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BMW 1 Series vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

1 Series Vs GLA

Key HighlightsBMW 1 SeriesMercedes-Benz GLA
On Road PriceRs.36,67,266*Rs.67,06,793*
Mileage (city)19.23 kmpl-
Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
Engine(cc)19951950
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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BMW 1 Series vs Mercedes-Benz GLA Comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.36,67,266*
Rs.67,06,793*
Finance Available (EMI)NoRs.1,27,650/month
InsuranceRs.1,48,766
1 Series Insurance

Rs.2,48,643
GLA Insurance

User Rating
4.2
Based on 1 Review
4
Based on 49 Reviews

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
Diesel Engine
OM 651 DE 22 LA
Displacement (cc)
1995
1950
No. of Cylinders
4
4 Cylinder Cars
4
4 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
148bhp@4000rpm
187.74bhp@3800rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
320Nm@1500-3000rpm
400Nm@1600-2600rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
-
Fuel Supply System
CRDi
-
Bore X Stroke (mm)
84 x 90
-
Compression Ratio
16.5:1
-
Turbo Charger
YesYes
Super Charger
No-
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Automatic
Gear Box
8 Speed
8-Speed DCT
Drive Type
RWD
AWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypeDiesel
Diesel
Mileage City (kmpl)19.23
-
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)23.26
18.9
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)52
-
Emission Norm Compliance
Euro V
BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)212
219

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
Sport
air suspension
Rear Suspension
Sport
air suspension
Steering Type
Power
Electric
Steering Column
Adjustable
-
Steering Gear Type
Rack & Pinion
-
Turning Radius (Metres)
5.45 meters
-
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)
212
219
0-100kmph (Seconds)
8.1
7.5
Tyre Size
225/45 R17
-
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)
-
No
Alloy Wheel Size
17
-
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)-
18 inch
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)-
18 inch
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding-
1422 Litres

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
4329
4412
Width (mm)
1984
2020
Height (mm)
1440
1616
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
157
-
Wheel Base (mm)
2690
-
Front Tread (mm)
1535
-
Rear Tread (mm)
1569
1606
Kerb Weight (kg)
1425
1570
Grossweight (kg)
-
2225
Rear Headroom (mm)
972

-
Front Headroom (mm)
1018

-
Seating Capacity
5
5
Boot Space (Litres)
-
427
No. of Doors
5
5

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
YesYes
Automatic Climate Control
Yes-
Air Quality Control
Yes-
Remote Trunk Opener
Yes-
Remote Fuel Lid Opener
Yes-
Low Fuel Warning Light
Yes-
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
No-
Vanity Mirror
Yes-
Rear Reading Lamp
NoYes
Rear Seat Headrest
YesYes
Adjustable Headrest
-
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
NoYes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
NoYes
Cup Holders Front
YesYes
Cup Holders Rear
NoYes
Rear AC Vents
Yes-
Heated Seats Front
No-
Heated Seats Rear
No-
Seat Lumbar Support
Yes-
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
YesYes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Navigation System
No-
Foldable Rear Seat
60:40 Split
-
Smart Access Card Entry
No-
Engine Start Stop Button
YesYes
Glove Box Cooling
No-
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Voice Command
No-
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
NoYes
USB Charger
-
Front
Hands-Free Tailgate
-
No
Additional Features-
Digital Key Handover
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
Front
-
Automatic Headlamps
YesYes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
NoYes

Interior

Tachometer
YesYes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
Yes-
Leather SeatsYes-
Fabric Upholstery
No-
Leather Steering WheelYesYes
Glove Compartment
YesYes
Digital Clock
Yes-
Outside Temperature DisplayYes-
Cigarette LighterYes-
Digital Odometer
YesYes
Driving Experience Control EcoYes-
Folding Table In The Rear
No-
Digital Cluster-
Yes
Upholstery-
Leatherette

Exterior

Available Colors-
White
GLA Colors
Body TypeHatchback
All Hatchback Cars
SUV
All SUV Cars
Adjustable HeadlightsYes-
Fog Lights Front
Yes-
Fog Lights Rear
No-
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror
NoNo
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes-
Rear Window Wiper
Yes-
Rear Window Washer
No-
Rear Window Defogger
Yes-
Wheel CoversNo-
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Power AntennaYes-
Tinted Glass
Yes-
Rear Spoiler
NoYes
Roof CarrierNo-
Sun Roof
NoYes
Side Stepper
No-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
Yes-
Integrated AntennaNoYes
Chrome Grille
No-
Chrome Garnish
Yes-
Smoke HeadlampsYes-
Projector Headlamps
-
Yes
Roof Rail
No-
LED DRLs
-
Yes
LED Headlights
-
Yes
LED Taillights
-
Yes
Sunroof-
Panoramic
Boot Opening-
Automatic
Tyre Size
225/45 R17
-
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)
-
No
Alloy Wheel Size (Inch)
17
-

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake AssistYesYes
Central Locking
YesYes
Power Door Locks
Yes-
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
No-
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag FrontYesYes
Side Airbag RearNoNo
Day Night Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror
Yes-
Xenon HeadlampsYes-
Halogen HeadlampsNo-
Rear Seat Belts
Yes-
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Side Impact Beams
Yes-
Front Impact Beams
Yes-
Traction ControlYes-
Adjustable Seats
Yes-
Tyre Pressure Monitor
YesYes
Vehicle Stability Control System
Yes-
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Crash Sensor
Yes-
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank
Yes-
Engine Check Warning
No-
Clutch LockNo-
EBD
Yes-
Electronic Stability Control
-
Yes
Advance Safety Features-
Off-Road Package
Rear Camera
NoWith Guidedlines
Anti Theft DeviceYes-
Speed Alert
-
Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
-
Yes
Knee Airbags
-
Driver
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts
-
Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance
-
Yes
Blind Spot Monitor
-
Yes
Hill Assist
-
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock-
Yes
360 View Camera
-
Yes
Curtain Airbag-
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution-
Yes

Entertainment & Communication

Cd Player
Yes-
Cd Changer
No-
Dvd Player
No-
Radio
YesYes
Audio System Remote Control
No-
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN AudioYesYes
USB And Auxiliary Input
Yes-
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Touch Screen
NoYes
Connectivity
-
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
-
Yes
Apple Car Play
-
Yes
Usb Ports-
Yes
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