Audi Q3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

Should you buy Audi Q3 or Mercedes-Benz GLA? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Audi Q3 price starts at Rs 43.67 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz GLA price starts Rs 51.80 Lakh ex-showroom for 200 (Petrol). Q3 has 1984 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while GLA has 1950 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Q3 has a mileage of 10.14 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the GLA has a mileage of 18.9 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Q3 Vs GLA

Key Highlights	Audi Q3	Mercedes-Benz GLA
On Road Price	Rs.60,37,354^*	Rs.59,53,191^*
Mileage (city)	10 kmpl	-
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1984	1332
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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52.31 Lakh^*
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Basic Information
Variant	Technology	200
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.60,37,354^*	Rs.59,53,191^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.1,15,598/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.1,13,319/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.2,30,943	Rs.2,03,391
User Rating	4.3 Based on 85 Reviews	4.4 Based on 32 Reviews
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Basic Information

Variant

Technology

200

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.60,37,354^*

Rs.59,53,191^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.1,15,598/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.1,13,319/month

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Insurance

Rs.2,30,943

Rs.2,03,391

User Rating

4.3

Based on 85 Reviews

4.4

Based on 32 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	40 TFSI quattro S tronic	-
Displacement (cc)	1984	1332
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm	160.92bhp
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	320Nm@1500-4100rpm	270Nm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	-	Yes
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	7-Speed DCT	7-Speed DCT
Drive Type	AWD	FWD

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

40 TFSI quattro S tronic

Displacement (cc)

1984

1332

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm

160.92bhp

Max Torque (nm@rpm)

320Nm@1500-4100rpm

270Nm

Valves Per Cylinder

Turbo Charger

Transmission Type

Automatic

Gearbox

7-Speed DCT

Drive Type

AWD

FWD

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage City (kmpl)	10	-
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	15.17	-
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	-	17.4
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	62	-
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	222	210

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	-	Air suspension
Rear Suspension	-	Air suspension
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt & telescopic	-
Front Brake Type	Disc	-
Rear Brake Type	Disc	-
Top Speed (Kmph)	222	210
0-100kmph (Seconds)	7.3 s	8.9 s
Tyre Size	235/55 R18	-
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding (Litres)	-	1420

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4482	4412
Width (mm)	1849	2020
Height (mm)	1607	1616
Wheel Base (mm)	2500	2651
Front Tread (mm)	-	1511
Rear Tread (mm)	-	1606
Kerb Weight (kg)	1700	1570
Grossweight (kg)	2200	2070
Reported Ground Clearance (Unladen) (mm)	-	183
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	460	425

Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	-
Air Quality Control	Yes	-
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Adjustable	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	-
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	Yes	-
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	-	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	-
Additional Features	- more	Digital Key Handover more
Memory Function Seats	Front	-
One Touch Operating Power Window	All	-
Glove Box Light	Yes	-
Power Windows	Front & Rear	-
Cup Holders	Front & Rear	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Height & Reach	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	-
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Interior
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	Yes	-
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Upholstery	Leather	Leatherette

Interior

Exterior
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Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Nano Grey MetallicMythos Black MetallicGlacier White MetallicNavarra Blue MetallicProgressive Red MetallicQ3 Colours	Mountain GreyIridium SilverPolar WhiteCosmos BlackGLA Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	-
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Washer	Yes	-
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	-
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes
Sun Roof	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	-
Projector Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	-
Sunroof	-	Panoramic
Boot Opening	Electronic	Automatic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	-
Tyre Size	235/55 R18	-
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No

Exterior

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	-
No. of Airbags	6	7
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	-
Anti Pinch Power Windows	All Windows	-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	-
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	Yes
Blind Spot Monitor	-	Yes
Blind Spot Camera	Yes	-
Geo Fence Alert	Yes	-
Hill Descent Control	Yes	-
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	Yes	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	5	-

Safety

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	-
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10.1	-
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Audi Q3
- Comfortable ride quality. Deals with broken roads confidently.
- Potent 2.0-litre TSI + 7-speed DSG combo: pocket rocket if you want it to be!
- Practical and spacious cabin for a family of four.
Mercedes-Benz GLA
- Sporty looking SUV with AMG-Line accents
- Premium interior quality and layout
- Frugal and fun to drive diesel engine
- Come with premium features like panoramic sunroof, 360 degree camera, dual zone
- Climate control and front powered seats with memory

Audi Q3
- No diesel engine on offer.
- 360° camera, ventilated front seats, ADAS should’ve been included at the price.
Mercedes-Benz GLA
- Road presence is not dominating
- Bigger bumps are felt in the cabin with 19-inch wheels

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