BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine vs Mercedes-Benz GLB

Should you buy BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine or Mercedes-Benz GLB? 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 Gran Limousine price starts at Rs 57.90 Lakh ex-showroom for 330Li M Sport (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz GLB price starts Rs 63.80 Lakh ex-showroom for 200 (Petrol). 3 Series Gran Limousine has 1998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while GLB has 1998 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the 3 Series Gran Limousine has a mileage of 19.61 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the GLB has a mileage of - (Diesel top model).

3 Series Gran Limousine Vs GLB

Key HighlightsBMW 3 Series Gran LimousineMercedes-Benz GLB
PriceRs.70,41,669*Rs.82,55,588*
Mileage (city)--
Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
Engine(cc)19951998
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine vs Mercedes-Benz GLB Comparison

Basic Information
Brand Name
On Road Price
Rs.70,41,669*
Rs.82,55,588*
Offers & Discount
1 Offer
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User Rating
4.2
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4.4
Based on 11 Reviews
Finance Available (EMI)
Rs.1,34,033
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Rs.1,57,126
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Insurance
Rs.2,98,388
GLB Insurance
Engine and Transmission
Engine Type
TwinPower Turbo
OM654q
Displacement (cc)
1995
1998
No Of Cylinder
Fast ChargingNo
-
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
187.74bhp@4000rpm
187.74bhp@3800rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
400nm@1750-2500rpm
400Nm@1600-2600rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Supply System
-
Direct Injection
Turbo Charger
-
yes
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gear Box
8 Speed
8-Speed DCT
Mild HybridNo
-
Drive TypeNo
Clutch TypeNoNo
Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Mileage (City)NoNo
Mileage (ARAI)
19.61 kmpl
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available (Litres)
Not Available (Litres)
Emission Norm ComplianceNo
BS VI
Top Speed (Kmph)No
217 km/h
Drag CoefficientNoNo
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Top Speed (Kmph)
-
217 km/h
0-100kmph (Seconds)
7.6
7.6 s
Emission Norm Compliance
-
BS VI
Tyre Size
F:225/45 R18,R:255/40 R18
-
Tyre Type
-
Tubeless, Radial
Alloy Wheel Size
18
19
Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)
-
4646
Width (mm)
-
2020
Height (mm)
-
1706
Wheel Base (mm)
-
2829
Front Tread (mm)
-
1589
Rear Tread (mm)
-
1586
Rear Headroom (mm)
-
982
verified
Front Headroom (mm)
-
1069
verified
Seating Capacity
7
No. of Doors
-
5
Comfort & Convenience
Power SteeringYesYes
Power Windows FrontYesYes
Power Windows RearYesYes
Power BootYesYes
Power folding 3rd Row Seat
-
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
2 Zone
Air Quality Control
-
Yes
Remote Trunk Opener
-
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light
-
Yes
Accessory Power Outlet
-
Yes
Trunk Light
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror
-
Yes
Rear Reading Lamp
-
Yes
Rear Seat Headrest
-
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
-
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
-
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
-
Yes
Cup Holders FrontYesYes
Cup Holders RearYesYes
Rear AC VentsYesYes
Seat Lumbar Support
-
Yes
Multifunction Steering WheelYesYes
Cruise ControlYesYes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Navigation SystemYesYes
Foldable Rear Seat
-
40:20:40 Split
Smart Access Card EntryYesYes
Engine Start Stop ButtonYesYes
Glove Box CoolingYes
-
Bottle Holder
-
Front & Rear Door
Voice ControlYesYes
Steering Wheel Gearshift PaddlesYesYes
USB Charger
-
Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest
With Storage
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar
-
Yes
Hands-Free TailgateYes
-
Gear Shift IndicatorYes
-
Battery Saver
-
Yes
Additional Features
BMW Driving Experience Control (Modes: Comfort, ECOPRO, Sport), Cruise Control with Braking Function,Launch Control Function,utomatic 3-zone air conditioning with rear air vents and control,Comfort enhanced Seats in Front and Rear,Wireless Smartphone Integration
Electrically opening and closing tailgate, Switch in the driver’s door to open and close the tailgate electrically, Switch to close the tailgate electrically on the bottom edge of the tailgate, Manual retractable load compartment cover to cover the load, Sensors maintain the desired temperature, Constant monitoring of incoming air for harmful gases with automatic air recirculation setting, Vehicle Finder (enables horn and light flashing), Windows/sunroof open close from App, Hard-disc navigation, Live Traffic Information, Off-Road Engineering package, Tyre Fit Kit, All-digital instrument display 10.25 inch,ond Row seats with Fore-Aft Adjustment,Mercedes me Service app: Your digital assistant
Memory Function Seats
Front
Front
One Touch Operating Power Window
-
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
3
4
Air Conditioner
-
Yes
HeaterYesYes
Adjustable Steering
-
Yes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Interior
Tachometer
-
Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
-
Yes
Leather SeatsYesYes
Leather Steering WheelYesYes
Glove Compartment
-
Yes
Digital Clock
-
Yes
Digital Odometer
-
Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats
Front
Front
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Yes
Dual Tone Dashboard
-
Yes
Additional Features
Floor mats in Velour,Ambient lighting with Welcome Light Carpet,Galvanic embellisher for controls,Storage compartment package,Instrument panel in Sensatec,Widescreen Curved Display,Fully Digital 12.3” (31.2 cm) Instrument Display,Black High gloss and Aluminium combination
"Ambient Lighting in 64 colors, Touchpad, Third row seating, Overhead control panel, “4 light stones”, Interior lamp/ reading lamp in rear in support plate (rear/left/right), Touchpad illumination, Reading lamps (front/ left/ right), console downlighter, Vanity lights (front/ left/ right), Signal and ambient lamp, Footwell lighting (front/ left/ right), Oddments tray lighting, AMG Floor Mats, Sports Seats, DINAMICA Micro Fiber Black, Carbon-structure trim, steering wheel in nappa leather", All-digital instrument display 10.25 inch, Cup holder/ stowage compartment lighting, A fine-dust activated charcoal filter improves the air quality in the vehicle. It filters dust, soot and pollen from the air and also reduces pollutants and odours, Dew point sensor prevents windows from misting up and ensures energy-efficient climate control
Exterior
Available ColorsCarbon BlackMineral WhitePortimao BlueSkyscraper Metallic3 Series Gran Limousine ColorsPatagonia Red MetallicCosmic BlackPolar WhiteMountain greyDenim BlueGLB Colors
Body Type
Adjustable Headlights
-
Yes
Fog Lights FrontYes
-
Fog Lights RearYes
-
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View MirrorYesYes
Electric Folding Rear View MirrorYesYes
Rain Sensing WiperYesYes
Rear Window Wiper
-
Yes
Rear Window Washer
-
Yes
Rear Window DefoggerYesYes
Alloy WheelsYesYes
Tinted Glass
-
Yes
Rear Spoiler
-
Yes
Sun RoofYesYes
Moon RoofYesYes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn IndicatorsYesYes
Integrated AntennaYesYes
Chrome Grille
-
Yes
Chrome Garnish
-
Yes
Projector Headlamps
-
Yes
Roof Rail
-
Yes
Lighting
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
-
LED DRLsYesYes
LED HeadlightsYesYes
LED TaillightsYesYes
Additional Features
Exterior mirrors electrically adjustable and heated electrically foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function (driver's side) and parking function for passenger side exterior mirror, Heat Protection Glazing,Acoustic Glazing on front windscreen, LED headlights with extended contents, Rain sensor and automatic driving lights, Panorama glass roof
"AMG front apron with front splitter in chrome,AMG rear apron with diffuser look and trim element in chrome plus two visible tailpipe trim elements, Diamond radiator grille with pins in chrome, single louvre with chrome insert, Side trim (cladding) in grained black with chrome-plated inserts, Aluminium-look roof rails, Large glass module of tinted safety glass, Electric roller sunblind with one-touch control, Comprehensive safety concept(Obstruction sensor, Automatic rain closing function), Chrome-plated waistline and window line trim strips,Panoramic Sliding Sunroof, Net wind deflector in the front tion, AMG 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels
Tyre Size
F:225/45 R18,R:255/40 R18
-
Tyre Type
-
Tubeless, Radial
Wheel Size
-
-
Alloy Wheel Size
18
19
Safety
Anti Lock Braking SystemYesYes
Central LockingYesYes
Power Door Locks
-
Yes
Child Safety LocksYesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Yes
No Of Airbags
8
-
Driver AirbagYesYes
Passenger AirbagYesYes
Side Airbag Front
-
Yes
Day Night Rear View Mirror
Auto
Yes
Passenger Side Rear View MirrorYesYes
Rear Seat BeltsYesYes
Seat Belt WarningYesYes
Door Ajar WarningYesYes
Side Impact BeamsYesYes
Front Impact Beams
-
Yes
Adjustable SeatsYesYes
Tyre Pressure MonitorYesYes
Vehicle Stability Control SystemYes
-
Engine ImmobilizerYesYes
Crash SensorYesYes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank
-
Yes
Engine Check Warning
-
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
-
Yes
EBDYesYes
Electronic Stability ControlYes
-
Advance Safety Features
Rear View Camera with Park Distance Control (front & rear),Lateral Parking,Reversing Assistant,Brake Energy Regeneration,BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system) ,Cornering Brake Control,Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC),Emergency Spare Wheel,Runflat tyres with reinforced side walls,Three-point seat belts for all seats,Warning triangle with first-aid kit
Vehicle Monitoring, Vehicle Set-Up, Remote Retrieval of Vehicle Status, Send2Car function, Mercedes-Benz emergency call system, Active Brake Assist, Active Parking Assist with PARKTRONIC
Follow Me Home HeadlampsYesYes
Rear CameraYesYes
Anti Theft Device
-
Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Speed AlertYesYes
Speed Sensing Auto Door LockYesYes
Knee Airbags
-
Yes
Isofix Child Seat MountsYesYes
Pretensioners And Force Limiter SeatbeltsYesYes
Geo Fence Alert
-
Yes
Hill Descent ControlYes
-
Hill AssistYesYes
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYesYes
360 View CameraYes
-
Entertainment & Communication
RadioYes
-
Speakers FrontYesYes
Speakers RearYesYes
Integrated2DINAudio
-
Yes
Wireless Phone ChargingYesYes
USB And Auxiliary InputYesYes
Bluetooth ConnectivityYesYes
Compass
-
Yes
Touch ScreenYesYes
Touch Screen Size
14.9
10.25inch
Connectivity
Android Auto,Apple CarPlay
Android Auto,Apple CarPlay
Android AutoYesYes
Apple Car PlayYesYes
Number Of Speaker
16
-
Additional Features
High-resolution (1920x720 pixels) 14.9” (37.8 cm) Control 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
Touch inputs, Personalisation,Alexa Home Integration with Mercedes me
Warranty
Introduction DateNoNo
Warranty TimeNoNo
Warranty DistanceNoNo
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Pros and Cons

  • Pros
  • Cons

    BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine

    • Looks sporty for a long-wheelbase, comfort-oriented sedan.
    • New i-Drive 8 infotainment system is crisp and easy to use.
    • 2-litre diesel engine offers good poke for both sedate and spirited driving.
    • Has a good balance between ride and handling.

    Mercedes-Benz GLB

    • Looks butch and muscular
    • An allrounder in the truest sense
    • Available with petrol, diesel and an electric drivetrain
    • Feels luxurious

    BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine

    • Missing essentials such as ADAS, 360-degree camera, sun blinds and ventilated front seats.
    • The displays in the cabin get warm over prolonged usage.
    • Low stance results in difficult ingress and egress for elderly occupants.
    • Small boot due to the space-saver eating up space.

    Mercedes-Benz GLB

    • 3rd row space is not enough for adults.
    • Priced at a premium as it is a full import.

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Which car is cheaper between BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine and Mercedes-Benz GLB?

BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine price starts at Rs 57.90 Lakh & Mercedes-Benz GLB price starts at Rs 63.80 Lakh in New Delhi. BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine is cheaper between these two cars.
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