BMW i4 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

BMW i4 Price starts at Rs. 72.50 Lakh which is Rs. 20.75 Lakh costlier than base model of Mercedes-Benz GLA priced at Rs. 51.75 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Mercedes-Benz GLA (Diesel Model) is 18.9 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Mercedes-Benz GLA (Top Model) is powered by 1950 cc engine. The Comparison BMW i4 eDrive40 M Sport vs Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

i4 vs GLA

Key Highlights i4 eDrive40 M SportGLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line
Engine Type ... OM 651 DE 22 LA
Motor Power 210 kW ...
Max Power 335.25bhp 187.74bhp@3800rpm
Range 590 km/charge ...
Charging Time 31 Min-DC-200kW (0-80%) ...
Top Speed 190 Km/h 219 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI) ... 18.9 Kmpl
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Basic Info BMW i4 eDrive40 M SportMercedes Benz GLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line
Rating
41 reviews
12 reviews
Brand Name BMW Mercedes Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 77.50 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 58.15 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement ... 1950 cc
Body Type Sedan,LuxuryAll Sedan Cars SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars
Max Power 335.25bhp 187.74bhp@3800rpm
No Of Cylinders ... 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 1-Speed 8-Speed DCT
Drive Type RWD AWD
Colors
BMW i4 Colors
Mercedes Benz GLA Colors
Fuel Type Electric(Battery) Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) ... 18.9 Kmpl
Tyre Size F:245/45 R18;R:255/45 R18 ...
Boot Space 470 Liters ...
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,49,920 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,12,488 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.15 Lakh i4 Insurance Rs. 2.53 Lakh GLA Insurance
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Engine Type
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OM 651 DE 22 LA
Motor Power
210 kW
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Engine Displacement
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1950 cc
Battery Capacity
83.9 kWh
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Motor Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
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Max Power
335.25bhp
187.74bhp@3800rpm
Range
590 km/charge
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Max Torque
430Nm
400Nm@1600-2600rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
ZEV
BS VI 2.0
Battery Warranty
8 Year and 160000 km
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No Of Cylinders
...
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
1-Speed
8-Speed DCT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Drive Type
RWD
AWD
Paddle Shift
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Kerb Weight
1920 Kg
1570 Kg
Turbo Charger
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Regenerative Braking
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Charging Time
31 Min-DC-200kW (0-80%)
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Fast Charging
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Charging Port
CCS-II
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Charging Time (A.C)
8H 20 Min -11 kW (0-100%)
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Charging Time (D.C)
31 Min-200 kW(0-80%)
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Fuel Type
Electric(Battery)
Diesel
0-100 kmph
5.7 Sec
7.5 Sec
Top Speed
190 Km/h
219 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
...
18.9 Kmpl

Suspension Front
3
3
Suspension Rear
4
4
Brakes Front
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Disc
Brakes Rear
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Disc
Steering Type
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Electric
Tyre Size
F:245/45 R18;R:255/45 R18
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Wheel Size
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Tyre Type
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Radial Tubeless

Dual Tone Dashboard
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Additional Interior Features
Galvanic embellisher for controls ( Switch cluster in doors on driver & front passenger side, Window lift switch, front/rear, Door lock switch), M Leather Steering Wheel, Glass roof with integrated wind deflector, Storage Compartment Package with: ( Storage pocket on the rear of the driver side's backrest, Net on left/right side trim panel in Luggage Compartment), Interior mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, Floor mats in velour, Centre armrest in rear foldable, with 2 s, Armrest front with storage compartmentInstrument panel in sensatec black with grey double seam, Ambient Interior Lighting with Dynamic Contour Lighting for Welcome, goodbye, Open door & phone call, Power socket (12 V) 1x in the centre console, front: illuminated, with bimetallic spring, 1x in the luggage compartment: with cover flap, M Sport Exterior Package ( M Aerodynamics package, Radiator grille frame and ta
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Leather Seats
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Rear Seat Headrest
Digital Cluster
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Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
5
Boot Space
470 Liters
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Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
Smart
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Additional Exterior Features
18" M aerodynamic wheels 858 M Bicolour with mixed tyres, Dynamic Braking lights, Along with sporty front & rear diffuser elements for enhanced aerodynamics, Blanked off kidney grill, Heat protection glazing, made with tempered safety glass, Door handles flush with the door surface, Rain sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirrors foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function and memory, function on driver side, mirror heating, automatic parking function,, Exterior mirrors foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function and memory, Welcome Light Carpet Follow-me-home function, Low beam & high beam (Bi-LED technology) LED rear lights, Daytime driving lights & Side Indicator (LED technology), BMW Iconic LED headlights, Automatic operation of tailgate,
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Rain Sensing Wiper
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Trunk Light
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Rear Spoiler
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Length*Width*Height
4783*2073*1448 mm3
4412*2020*1616 mm3
Wheelbase
2540 mm
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Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
BMW Rear Wheel Drive - With near actuator wheel slip limitation, Air Suspension on rear axle with Automatic Self-Levelling Function, Servotronic Steering Assist, Cruise Control with braking function, Automatic Self-Levelling Function, Automatic Start/Stop Function, Park Distance Control (PDC), front and rear, Rear backrest, foldable and dividable by 40:20:40 with through-loading, Driving Experience Switch with 3 driving modes Comfort/Eco Pro/Sport
Digital Key Handover
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Central Control Armrest
Available
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Tailgate Ajar Warning
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Gear Shift Indicator
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Luggage Hook and Net
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Additional Entertainment Features
17 speakers with 464 W Harman Kardon Surround Sound System, Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity, BMW Live Cockpit Plus:- (Fully Digital 12.3" Instrument Display, High-resolution 14.9" Curved Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation Function with map view in navigation widget, iDrive Controller, Touch functionality on the Curved Display, Voice control with personal assistance - "Hey BMW"), Smartphone Integration - Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with wireless functionality, 2x dual USB Type C 3A charging function in the rear centre console, High-resolution 14.9" Curved Display, Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation Function with map view in navigation widget, Voice control with personal assistance - "Hey BMW", Harman Kardon Surround Sound System (464 W, 17 speakers), Fine-wood Trim oak grain op
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Smart Entry
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Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
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One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
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Autonomous Parking
Semi
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Drive Modes
3
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No of Speakers
18
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AC
Rear AC Ducts
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Heater
Power Steering
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Lumbar Support
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Wireless Phone Charging
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Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
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Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
Dual Trip Meter
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Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
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Active Noise Cancellation
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Low Fuel Warning Lamp
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Adjustable Headrest
Clock
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Seat Belt Warning
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Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
...
USB Auxiliary Input
...
Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
...
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
...
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
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Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
...
Panoramic
Moon Roof
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Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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Knee Airbags
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2
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
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Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
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Hill Assist
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Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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360 View Camera
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Airbags
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
8
7
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
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Engine Immobilizer
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Central Locking
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Advance Safety Features
Three-point seat belts for all seats, including belt stopper, belt latch tensioner & belt force limiter, ISOFIX child seat mounting for outer rear seats, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with extended contents such as: (Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Automatic Stability Control (ASC), Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist, Airbags: (Airbags for driver and front passenger, Side airbags for driver and front passenger, Head airbags for 1st and 2nd seat row), Adaptive Recuperation System, Rear-view camera integrated into the BMW badge, Parking Assistant with lateral parking aid, Keyless Start/Stop button in blue, Reversing Assistant
Off-Road Package
Child Safety Lock
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Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
...
Rear Camera
...
3

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Mercedes-Benz GLA
  • Sporty looks in the AMG Line variant. Fun and efficient diesel engine. Premium quality of interiors. Gets premium features like panoramic sunroof
  • 360-degree camera and powered front seats with memory
Mercedes-Benz GLA
  • Lacks road presence for an SUV. Not as good at absorbing bumps on 19-inch wheels
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Which car is best between BMW i4 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
As per the users experiences BMW i4 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort in your car. But Mercedes-Benz GLA is better on the grounds of performance, safety and features. On the basis of mileage and maintenance user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper BMW i4 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA is cheaper than BMW i4 by Rs. 19.35 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance BMW i4 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
As per the users experiences the BMW i4 has better performance.

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