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    BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

    Should you buy BMW 3 Series 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. BMW 3 Series price starts at Rs 74.90 Lakh ex-showroom for M340i xDrive (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz GLA price starts Rs 50.80 Lakh ex-showroom for 200 (Petrol). 3 Series has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while GLA has 1950 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the 3 Series has a mileage of 13.02 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the GLA has a mileage of 18.9 kmpl (Petrol top model).

    3 Series Vs GLA

    Key HighlightsBMW 3 SeriesMercedes-Benz GLA
    On Road PriceRs.86,31,955*Rs.58,38,511*
    Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
    Engine(cc)29981332
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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    BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes-Benz GLA comparison

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          BMW 3 Series
          BMW 3 Series
            Rs74.90 Lakh*
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                Mercedes-Benz GLA
                Mercedes-Benz GLA
                  Rs50.80 Lakh*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price in New Delhi
                Rs.86,31,955*
                Rs.58,38,511*
                Finance Available (EMI)
                Rs.1,64,304/month
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                Rs.1,11,126/month
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                Insurance
                Rs.3,18,055
                Rs.1,99,711
                User Rating
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                Engine & Transmission
                Engine Type
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                B58 Turbocharged I6
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                Displacement (cc)
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                2998
                1332
                No. of Cylinders
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                Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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                368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
                160.92bhp
                Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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                500Nm@1900-5000rpm
                270Nm
                Valves Per Cylinder
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                4
                4
                Turbo Charger
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                Twin
                Yes
                Transmission Type
                Automatic
                Automatic
                Gearbox
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                8-Speed Steptronic
                7-Speed DCT
                Drive Type
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                Fuel & Performance
                Fuel Type
                Petrol
                Petrol
                Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
                13.02
                17.4
                Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
                59
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                Emission Norm Compliance
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                BS VI 2.0
                BS VI 2.0
                Top Speed (kmph)
                253
                210
                Suspension, Steering & Brakes
                Front Suspension
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                Multi-link suspension
                Air suspension
                Rear Suspension
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                Multi-link suspension
                Air suspension
                Steering Type
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                Electric
                Front Brake Type
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                ventilated Disc
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                Rear Brake Type
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                Ventilated Disc
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                Top Speed (Kmph)
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                253
                210
                0-100kmph (Seconds)
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                4.4 s
                8.9 s
                Tyre Size
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                F225/40R19, R255/35R19
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                Tyre Type
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                Run flat Radial
                Radial Tubeless
                Wheel Size (Inch)
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                No
                Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
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                18 inch
                Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
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                18 inch
                Boot Space Rear Seat Folding (Litres)
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                1420
                Dimensions & Capacity
                Length (mm)
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                4709
                4412
                Width (mm)
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                1827
                2020
                Height (mm)
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                1442
                1616
                Wheel Base (mm)
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                2651
                2651
                Front Tread (mm)
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                1511
                Rear Tread (mm)
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                1606
                Kerb Weight (kg)
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                1745
                1570
                Grossweight (kg)
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                2070
                Seating Capacity
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                5
                5
                Boot Space (Litres)
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                480
                425
                No. of Doors
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                4
                5
                Comfort & Convenience
                Power Steering
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                YesYes
                Power Boot
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                Yes
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                Automatic Climate Control
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                3 Zone
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                Remote Trunk Opener
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                Yes
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                Low Fuel Warning Light
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                Yes
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                Accessory Power Outlet
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                YesYes
                Trunk Light
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                Yes
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                Vanity Mirror
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                Yes
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                Rear Reading Lamp
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                YesYes
                Rear Seat Headrest
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                YesYes
                Adjustable Headrest
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                YesYes
                Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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                YesYes
                Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
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                YesYes
                Rear AC Vents
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                Yes
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                Lumbar Support
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                Yes
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                Multifunction Steering Wheel
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                YesYes
                Cruise Control
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                YesYes
                Parking Sensors
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                Front & Rear
                Rear
                Navigation System
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                Yes
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                Foldable Rear Seat
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                40:20:40 Split
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                Engine Start Stop Button
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                YesYes
                Cooled Glovebox
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                Yes
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                Bottle Holder
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                Front Door
                Front & Rear Door
                Voice Commands
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                Yes
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                Paddle Shifters
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                YesYes
                USB Charger
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                Front & Rear
                Front
                Steering Mounted TripmeterYes
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                Central Console Armrest
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                Yes
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                Tailgate Ajar Warning
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                Yes
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                Hands-Free Tailgate
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                No
                Gear Shift Indicator
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                No
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                Rear Curtain
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                No
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                Luggage Hook And NetNo
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                Additional Features
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                Digital Key Handover
                Drive Modes
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                4
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                Air Conditioner
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                YesYes
                Heater
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                YesYes
                Adjustable Steering
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                YesYes
                KeyLess EntryYesYes
                Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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                YesYes
                Automatic Headlamps
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                YesYes
                Follow Me Home Headlamps
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                YesYes
                Interior
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                Front Air VentsBMW 3 Series Front Air VentsMercedes-Benz GLA Front Air Vents
                Steering WheelBMW 3 Series Steering WheelMercedes-Benz GLA Steering Wheel
                Instrument ClusterBMW 3 Series Instrument ClusterMercedes-Benz GLA Instrument Cluster
                Tachometer
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                YesYes
                Electronic Multi Tripmeter
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                Yes
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                Leather SeatsYes
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                Leather Wrapped Steering WheelYesYes
                Glove Box
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                YesYes
                Digital Clock
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                Yes
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                Outside Temperature DisplayYes
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                Digital Odometer
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                YesYes
                Driving Experience Control EcoYes
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                Additional Features
                BMW Individual Headliner Anthracite, Electrical seat adjustment for driver and passenger with memory function for drive, Floor mats in Velour, Front armrest with storage compartment, Interior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function, Ambient lighting with Welcome Light Carpet, Through loading system, Sport seats for driver and front passenger, Storage compartment package, Individual trim finisher in Carbon Fibre, Alcantara Sensatec combination Black, contrast stitching Blue
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                Digital Cluster
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                Yes
                Upholstery
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                Leatherette
                Exterior
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                HeadlightBMW 3 Series HeadlightMercedes-Benz GLA Headlight
                TaillightBMW 3 Series TaillightMercedes-Benz GLA Taillight
                Front Left SideBMW 3 Series Front Left SideMercedes-Benz GLA Front Left Side
                Available ColoursTanzanite Blue MetallicDravit Grey Metallic3 Series ColoursMountain GreyIridium SilverPolar WhiteCosmos BlackGLA Colours
                Body Type
                Adjustable HeadlampsYes
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                Fog Lights Front
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                Yes
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                Rain Sensing Wiper
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                Yes
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                Rear Window Defogger
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                Yes
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                Alloy Wheels
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                YesYes
                Rear Spoiler
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                YesYes
                Sun Roof
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                YesYes
                Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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                Yes
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                Integrated AntennaYesYes
                Chrome Grille
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                Yes
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                Chrome Garnish
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                Yes
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                Projector Headlamps
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                YesYes
                Roof Rails
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                Yes
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                Heated Wing Mirror
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                Yes
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                LED DRLs
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                YesYes
                LED Headlamps
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                YesYes
                LED Taillights
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                YesYes
                LED Fog Lamps
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                Yes
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                Additional Features
                Front ornamental grille frame and nuggets in High Gloss Black, Exterior air inlets in front bumper with embellishers in High Gloss Black, M Exterior mirror caps in High Gloss Black, Model designations and M badges, Tailpipe finishers in Black Chrome, M Aerodynamics Package, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended, Heat Protection Glazing contents, Acoustic Glazing on front windscreen, Adaptive LED Headlight ( Bi-level LED lights with low-beam and high-beam, ‘Inverted L'arranged daytime running lights and LED cornering lights, BMW Selective Beam, the dazzle-free high-beam assistant, Accent lighting with turn indicators, M Sport Exhaust, M Sport Brakes, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended contents, BMW ure Advance includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine ure, Key Lost Assistance and Golf Hole-in-On
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                Automatic Headlamps
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                Yes
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                Sunroof
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                Panoramic
                Boot Opening
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                Automatic
                Tyre Size
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                F225/40R19, R255/35R19
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                Tyre Type
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                Run flat Radial
                Radial Tubeless
                Wheel Size (Inch)
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                No
                Safety
                Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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                YesYes
                Brake AssistYesYes
                Central Locking
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                YesYes
                Child Safety Locks
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                YesYes
                Anti Theft Alarm
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                Yes
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                No. of Airbags
                6
                7
                Driver Airbag
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                YesYes
                Passenger Airbag
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                YesYes
                Side AirbagYesYes
                Side Airbag RearNo
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                Day Night Rear View Mirror
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                YesYes
                Seat Belt Warning
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                YesYes
                Door Ajar Warning
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                YesYes
                Traction ControlYes
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                Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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                YesYes
                Engine Immobilizer
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                YesYes
                Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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                YesYes
                Rear Camera
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                With Guidedlines
                Anti Theft DeviceYes
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                Speed Alert
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                YesYes
                Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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                YesYes
                Knee Airbags
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                Driver
                Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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                Yes
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                Heads-Up Display (HUD)
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                Yes
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                Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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                Driver and Passenger
                Sos Emergency Assistance
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                YesYes
                Blind Spot Monitor
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                Yes
                Hill Assist
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                Yes
                Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYesYes
                360 View Camera
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                Yes
                Curtain Airbag
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                Yes
                Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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                Yes
                Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)
                5
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                Entertainment & Communication
                Radio
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                YesYes
                Audio System Remote Control
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                Yes
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                Integrated 2DIN Audio
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                YesYes
                Wireless Phone Charging
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                Yes
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                USB And Auxiliary Input
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                Yes
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                Bluetooth Connectivity
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                YesYes
                Compass
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                Yes
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                Touchscreen
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                YesYes
                Touchscreen Size
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                14.9
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                Connectivity
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                Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
                Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
                Android Auto
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                YesYes
                Apple Car Play
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                YesYes
                No. of Speakers
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                16
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                Additional Features
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                Wireless Smartphone Integration, Harman Kardon Surround Sound, Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3” (31.2 cm) Instrument Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets,Navigation function with RTTI and 3D maps, Touch functionality, iDrive Touch with handwriting recognition and direct access buttons, Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant
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                Usb Ports
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                YesYes
                Speakers
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                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear

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                Questions & answers

                Q ) Which car is cheaper between BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz GLA?
                A ) BMW 3 Series price starts at ₹74.90 Lakh & Mercedes-Benz GLA price starts at ₹50.80 Lakh in New Delhi. Mercedes-Benz GLA is cheaper between these two cars.
                Q ) Which car has good mileage BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz GLA?
                A ) The mileage of 3 Series is 13.02 kmpl & the mileage of GLA is 17.4 kmpl. Mercedes-Benz GLA gives better mileage than BMW 3 Series.
                *Ex-showroom price in New Delhi
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