BMW X1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

Mercedes-Benz GLA Price starts at Rs. 51.75 Lakh which is Rs. 2.25 Lakh costlier than base model of BMW X1 priced at Rs. 49.50 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW X1 (Diesel Model) is 20.37 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Mercedes-Benz GLA (Diesel Model) is 18.9 Kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW X1 (Top Model) is powered by 1995 cc engine , while Mercedes-Benz GLA (Top Model) is powered by 1950 cc engine. The Comparison BMW X1 sDrive18d M Sport vs Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

X1 vs GLA

Key Highlights X1 sDrive18d M SportGLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line
Engine Type B47 twin-turbo I4 OM 651 DE 22 LA
Max Power 147.51bhp@3750-4000rpm 187.74bhp@3800rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 20.37 Kmpl 18.9 Kmpl
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Basic Info BMW X1 sDrive18d M SportMercedes Benz GLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line
Rating
48 reviews
12 reviews
Brand Name BMW Mercedes Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 52.50 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 58.15 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1995 cc 1950 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars
Max Power 147.51bhp@3750-4000rpm 187.74bhp@3800rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 7-Speed Steptronic 8-Speed DCT
Drive Type FWD AWD
Colors
BMW X1 Colors
Mercedes Benz GLA Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 20.37 Kmpl 18.9 Kmpl
Boot Space 500 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. 1,01,559 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,12,488 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 2.31 Lakh X1 Insurance Rs. 2.53 Lakh GLA Insurance
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Engine Type
B47 twin-turbo I4
OM 651 DE 22 LA
Engine Displacement
1995 cc
1950 cc
Max Power
147.51bhp@3750-4000rpm
187.74bhp@3800rpm
Max Torque
360Nm@1500–2500rpm
400Nm@1600-2600rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
7-Speed Steptronic
8-Speed DCT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
Paddle Shift
Kerb Weight
1515 Kg
1570 Kg
Turbo Charger
Twin
Mild Hybrid
...
Fast Charging
...

Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
0-100 kmph
8.9 Sec
7.5 Sec
Fuel Capacity
51 Liters
...
Top Speed
219 Km/h
219 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
20.37 Kmpl
18.9 Kmpl

Suspension Front
...
3
Suspension Rear
...
4
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
...
Electric
Wheel Size
...
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Radial Tubeless

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Additional Interior Features
Sensatec Perforated Mocha(Optional),Sensatec Perforated Oyster (Optional), Interior trim finishers Aluminium ‘Mesheffect’ with highlight trim finisher in Pearl Chrome, Rear seat backrest with reclining and 40:20:40 folding, M Leather Steering Wheel with Multifunction Buttons, Interior mirror with Automatic Anti-dazzle Function, Floor Mats in velour, Sport seats, Armrest front, sliding with storage compartment, Ambient Lighting: Mood lighting in front and rear, Air-vents for rear seat occupants, Luxury instrument panel, Pearl Chrome touches on the door handles, Panorama Glass Roof with automatic sliding/tilting functio
...
Rear Seat Headrest
Digital Cluster
...
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
5
Boot Space
500 Liters
...

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
18" M light alloy wheels Double-spoke,Individual roof rails in High-Gloss shadow line, Rain Sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirror electric folding with automatic anti-dazzle, Adaptive LED Headlights(Daytime driving lights and position lights, Cornering light and turn indicators, Automatic headlight range control, High Beam Assistant, Light staging (welcome and goodbye)
...
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4429*1845*1598 mm3
4412*2020*1616 mm3
Wheelbase
2679 mm
...

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Park Distance Control, BMW Efficient Lightweight construction, Automatic Start/Stop Function, Digital Key Plus( Lock, unlock and starting the vehicle and compatible with smartphone with NFC enabled key card), Electrical Seat Adjustment for driver memory function for driver, Active seat for Driver and Front Passenger, Automatic operation of tailgate including contactless opening and closing via a kicking movement, Servotronic Steering Assist, 7-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission with shift paddles( Electronic selector-lever, Automatic gear selection, Currently engaged gear shown in the instrument cluster, Auto-P function, Shift paddles on steering wheel (with boost mode), Gear display with recommended gear in manual mode)
Digital Key Handover
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
...
Tailgate Ajar Warning
...
Gear Shift Indicator
...
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Additional Entertainment Features
BMW Live Cockpit Plus (Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 10.25” Instrument Display, High-resolution 10.7” Control Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation function with real-time traffic information, Touch Functionality), Wireless Smartphone Integration, Comfort Access System with HiFi loudspeaker system by Harman Kardon with:(12 speakers and digital amplifier with Tweeter bezels in stainless steel with illuminated ‘Harman Kardon’ inscription), Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity, BMW Connected Package Professional(Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote Software Upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant, MyModes)
...
Smart Entry
...
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
...
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
...
No of Speakers
12
...
AC
Rear AC Ducts
...
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
...
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
...
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
...
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
Dual Trip Meter
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
...
Active Noise Cancellation
...
Adjustable Headrest
Clock
...
Seat Belt Warning
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
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
...
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
...
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
...
Panoramic

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
...
2
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
...
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
10
7
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Electronic vehicle immobiliser and crash sensor, PC iBrake (PostCrash approach control warning with light braking function), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist, Attentiveness Assistant, Reversing Assist Camera, Lateral Parking Aid, Reversing Assistant, Active Park Distance Control, Park Assis, Evasion Assistant, Manual Speed Limit Assist, Front collison warning with break intervention including at turning and road junction, Lane Departure Warning and active feedback, Electric Parking Brake, Airbags:(Front airbags for driver and front passenger, Side airbags for driver and front passenger, integrated in the door-side seat backrest bolsters, Head airbags integrated into roof edge and A-pillar)
Off-Road Package
Child Safety Lock
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
...
Rear Camera
...
3

Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
Adaptive Cruise Control
...

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

Is BMW X1 Better Than Mercedes-Benz GLA?

50% users have chosen BMW X1 over Mercedes-Benz GLA in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 74 users have also rated BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences BMW X1 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort and maintenance in your car. But Mercedes-Benz GLA is better on the grounds of performance and features. On the basis of safety user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor GLA X1
Mileage 4.5 4.0
Performance 4.8 5.0
Comfort 4.8 4.0
Maintenance 4.2 4.0
Safety 5.0 5.0
Features 4.7 5.0
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BMW X1 Vs Mercedes Benz GLA FAQs

Which car is best between BMW X1 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
As per the users experiences BMW X1 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort and maintenance in your car. But Mercedes-Benz GLA is better on the grounds of performance and features. On the basis of safety user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper BMW X1 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
The BMW X1 is cheaper than Mercedes-Benz GLA by Rs. 5.65 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage BMW X1 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
The BMW X1 delivers better mileage 20.37 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance BMW X1 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
For the sDrive18d M Sport version, 1995 cc Diesel engine of X1 produces 147.51bhp@3750-4000rpm of power and 360Nm@1500–2500rpm of torque. Whereas for the 220d 4MATIC AMG Line version, 1950 cc Diesel engine of GLA produces 187.74bhp@3800rpm of power and 400Nm@1600-2600rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the BMW X1 has better performance.

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