BMW iX1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

Mercedes-Benz GLA Price starts at Rs. 50.80 Lakh which is Rs. 1.80 Lakh costlier than base model of BMW iX1 priced at Rs. 49.00 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 iX1 LWB vs Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

iX1 vs GLA

Key Highlights iX1 LWBGLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line
Engine Type ... OM 651 DE 22 LA
Motor Power 150 kW ...
Max Power 201bhp 187.74bhp@3800rpm
Range 531 km/charge ...
Charging Time 32Min-130kW-(10-80%) ...
Top Speed 175 Km/h 219 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI) ... 18.9 Kmpl
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Basic Info BMW iX1 LWBMercedes Benz GLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line
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Brand Name BMW Mercedes Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 49.00 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 55.80 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement ... 1950 cc
Body Type SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars
Max Power 201bhp 187.74bhp@3800rpm
No Of Cylinders ... 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox Single Speed 8-Speed DCT
Drive Type FWD AWD
Colors
BMW iX1 Colors
Mercedes Benz GLA Colors
Fuel Type Electric(Battery) Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) ... 18.9 Kmpl
Tyre Size 225/55 R18 ...
Boot Space ... 427 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. 94,788 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,07,942 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 1.86 Lakh iX1 Insurance Rs. 2.44 Lakh GLA Insurance
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Engine Type
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OM 651 DE 22 LA
Motor Power
150 kW
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Engine Displacement
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1950 cc
Battery Capacity
64.8 kWh
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Motor Type
2 Permanent magnet synchronous Placed At One motor each on front and rear axle
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Max Power
201bhp
187.74bhp@3800rpm
Range
531 km/charge
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Max Torque
250Nm
400Nm@1600-2600rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
ZEV
BS VI 2.0
Battery Warranty
8 Years or 160000 km
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No Of Cylinders
...
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
Single Speed
8-Speed DCT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
Paddle Shift
...
Kerb Weight
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1570 Kg
Turbo Charger
...
Regenerative Braking
...
Regenerative Braking Levels
4
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Charging Time
32Min-130kW-(10-80%)
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Fast Charging
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Charging Port
CCS-II
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Charging Time (A.C)
6:45Hrs-11kW-(0-100%)
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Charging Time (D.C)
32Min-130kW-(10-80%)
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Fuel Type
Electric(Battery)
Diesel
0-100 kmph
8.6 Sec
7.5 Sec
Top Speed
175 Km/h
219 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
...
18.9 Kmpl

Suspension Front
2
3
Suspension Rear
4
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
225/55 R18
...
Wheel Size
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Radial Tubeless

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Additional Interior Features
Widescreen Curved Display | Chrome Inner Door Handles | Door Pockets Front & Rear | M Sport Interior
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Rear Seat Headrest
4
Digital Cluster
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
...
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
...
427 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
Body Coloured ORVMs Door Handles And Bumpers | Large Panoramic Glass Roof
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Rain Sensing Wiper
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4616*1845*1612 mm3
4412*2020*1616 mm3
Wheelbase
2800 mm
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Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
10 way electrically adjustable Driver Seat | 6 way electrically adjustable Front Passenger Seat
Digital Key Handover
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
...
Tailgate Ajar Warning
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Gear Shift Indicator
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Luggage Hook and Net
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Battery Saver
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Additional Entertainment Features
Wireless Apple CarPlay Android Auto | Harmon Kardon Sound System
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Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
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No of Speakers
12
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AC
Rear AC Ducts
...
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
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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
...
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
...
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
...
Rear ACVents
...
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
...
Tachometer
...
Hands Free Tailgate
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Adjustable Headrest
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
...
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
...
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
...
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
...
Panoramic

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
4
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
2
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
...
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
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)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Electronic Parking Brake
Off-Road Package
Child Safety Lock
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
...
Rear Camera
3
3

Forward Collision Warning
...
Lane Departure Warning
...
Driver Attention Warning
...
Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
Speed Assist System
...
Lane Departure Prevention Assist
...

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
...
SOS Button
...
RSA
...
Smartwatch App
...
Live Location
...
Engine Start Alarm
...
Remote Vehicle Status Check
...
Digital Car Key
...
Inbuilt Assistant
...
Hinglish Voice Commands
...
Navigation With Live Traffic
...
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
...
Live Weather
...
ECall And ICall
...
Save Route Place
...
Over Speeding Alert
...
Crash Notification
...
Tow Away Alert
...
Valet Mode
...
In Car Remote Control App
...
Remote Ac On Off
...
Remote Boot Open
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
...
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
BMW iX1
  • Affordable Luxury: At Rs 49 lakh (ex-showroom); the iX1 LWB is the most affordable luxury EV in India; undercutting its competitors by a significant margin
  • Spacious Cabin: The longer wheelbase translates to better rear-seat comfort and more legroom; making it a great choice for chauffeur-driven passengers
  • Decent Range & Efficiency: 531 km range on a single charge (MIDC-rated) which translates to roughly 450 km real world range make it a practical choice for long-distance travel. BMW’s Signature Handling: Despite the front-wheel-drive setup; the iX1 LWB still maintains BMW’s nimble and precise steering
  • offering enjoyable driving dynamics.
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
BMW iX1
  • Missing Features: No heads-up display; ventilated seats; or advanced ADAS features like adaptive cruise control and autonomous emergency braking
  • Complicated Infotainment System: The iDrive OS9 interface is cumbersome
  • with tasks like adjusting regen modes buried deep in menus; and physical buttons sorely missed
  • A bit of thud: At slower speeds
  • some road imperfections might creep into the cabin.
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 iX1 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
As per the users experiences BMW iX1 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort and maintenance in your car. On the basis of performance, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper BMW iX1 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
The BMW iX1 is cheaper than Mercedes-Benz GLA by Rs. 6.80 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance BMW iX1 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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