BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA Class Comparison
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BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA Class
Should you buy BMW X3 or Mercedes-Benz GLA Class? 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 X3 price starts at Rs 60.5 Lakh ex-showroom for xDrive 30i Luxury Line (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz GLA Class price starts Rs 32.33 Lakh ex-showroom for 200 d Style (Diesel). X3 has 1998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while GLA Class has 2143 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the X3 has a mileage of 18.56 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the GLA Class has a mileage of 17.9 kmpl (Diesel top model).
| Overview | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.71,90,350* | Rs.49,09,965* | Rs.70,72,744* |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine Displacement (cc) | 1995 | 2143 | 1969 |
| Available Colors | Mineral WhitePhytonic BlueSophisto Grey Brilliant EffectBlack Sapphire | Jupiter Redcanyon beige metallicCirrus WhiteMountain greyPolar Silver | Bright SilverLuminous Sand MetallicOnyx BlackCrystal WhiteOsmium Grey Metallic+2 More |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 187.7bhp@4000rpm | 170bhp@3400-4000rpm | 235bhp |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 18.56 kmpl | 17.9 kmpl | 11.2 kmpl |
| User Rating | |||
| Boot Space (Litres) | 485 | 481 | No |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60Litres | 50Litres | 71Litres |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Offers & Discount | 2 Offers View now | No | No |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,36,861 | Rs.93,455 | Rs.1,34,627 |
| Insurance | Rs.2,62,975 X3 Insurance | Rs.1,88,203 GLA Class Insurance | Rs.2,59,119 XC60 Insurance |
| Comfort & Convenience | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Steering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Front | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Rear | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control | 3 Zone | Yes | Yes |
| Air Quality Control | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Trunk Opener | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Fuel Lid Opener | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Low Fuel Warning Light | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Trunk Light | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamp | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Headrest | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cup Holders Front | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cup Holders Rear | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Heated Seats Front | No | No | Yes |
| Heated Seats Rear | No | No | Yes |
| Seat Lumbar Support | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Front & Rear | Rear | Front & Rear |
| Navigation System | Yes | No | Yes |
| Foldable Rear Seat | 60:40 Split | 60:40 Split | 60:40 Split |
| Smart Access Card Entry | No | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Glove Box Cooling | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bottle Holder | Front & Rear Door | Front & Rear Door | Front & Rear Door |
| Voice Control | Yes | Yes | No |
| Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USB Charger | Front | Front | No |
| Steering Mounted Tripmeter | No | No | No |
| Central Console Armrest | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Tailgate Ajar | Yes | Yes | No |
| Gear Shift Indicator | No | Yes | No |
| Rear Curtain | Yes | No | No |
| Luggage Hook And Net | Yes | No | No |
| Battery Saver | No | No | No |
| Lane Change Indicator | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Additional Features | Multifunction 31.2 cm Instrument Display With Individual Character Design For Drive Modes: Ecopro, Comfort and Sport
Infinite And Independent Damping, As Suspensions Automatically Adapt To All Kind Of Road Conditions BMW Display Key Acoustic Comfort Glazing Seat Backrest Adjustment By 90 Degrees, Rear Seats Rear Backrest Unlocking With Electric Release Button Dynamic Dumper Control Performance Control Galvanic Embellish In Chrome For Controls Intelligent Light Weight Construction with 50:50 Load Distribution | Automatic Transmission with Manual Mode
Seat comfort Package Off Road Engineering Package | Piolt Assist
Heated Steering Wheel Aquablades Heated Power Cushion Extension Driver and Passenger side Power Folding Rear Seat Backrest and Headrest Illuminated vanity mirrors in sunvisor LH / RH side Parking Ticket Holder Jack Cargo Opening Scuff Plate Metal Drive Mode Setting Humidity Sensors Panoramic sun roof with power operation Netpocket on tunnel |
| Massage Seats | No | - | Front |
| Memory Function Seats | Driver's Seat Only | Front | Front & Rear |
| One Touch Operating Power Window | Driver's Window | Driver's Window | Driver's Window |
| Autonomous Parking | Semi | - | No |
| Drive Modes | 3 | 0 | - |
| Air Conditioner | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Heater | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Adjustable Steering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| KeyLess Entry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Safety | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Anti Lock Braking System | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Power Door Locks | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Yes | No | Yes |
| No Of Airbags | - | 6 | 6 |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Side Airbag Front | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Side Airbag Rear | No | No | Yes |
| Day Night Rear View Mirror | Yes | No | No |
| Passenger Side Rear View Mirror | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Xenon Headlamps | No | Yes | No |
| Halogen Headlamps | No | No | No |
| Rear Seat Belts | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Front Impact Beams | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Adjustable Seats | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Vehicle Stability Control System | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobilizer | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Crash Sensor | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes | No |
| Clutch Lock | No | No | No |
| EBD | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Advance Safety Features | BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent Maintenance System) , Parking Assistant, Camera And Ultrasound Based Parking Assistance System ,Park Distance Control , Front And Rear , xDrive Intelligent 4WD With Variable Torque Distribution , Servotronic Assistance At All Speed Ranges , Variable Torque Split At The Rear Wheels With Automatic Differential Locks (ADB-X) , High-beam assist , Automatic Parking Function For Passenger Side Exterior Mirror , Brake Energy Regeneration , Head Airbags Front and Rear , Cornering Brake Control , Warning Triangle With First Aid Kit , BMW ure Advance Includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine ure, Key Lost Assistance And Golf Hole In One With Roadside Assistance 24x7 ,Automatic Hold Function,Emergency Spare Wheel, Run-Flat Tyres With Reinforced Side Walls, Dynamic Braking Lights | Attention Assist, Blue Efficiency, Adaptive Brake System, Acceleration Skid Control, Lamp Failure Indicator, Adaptive Brake Lights Flashing, Lamp Failure Indicator ,Electronic Stability Program,QR code stickers for post-accident rescue | Whiplash Protection Front seat ,Cut-Off Switch Passenger Airbag ,EBL,Flashing Brake Light and Hazard Warning ,High Positioned Rear Brake Light ,Intelligent Driver Information System ,Private Locking ,Inclination Sensor For Alarm , Interior Motion Sensor For Alarm ,Key Remote Control Inscription Leather Clad ,Collision Mitigation Support,Front and Rear, Park Assist Pilot ,Park Assist Pilot ,Parkassist Front and Rear ,Inflatable Curtains ,Central lock switch with diode in front and rear doors ,First aid kit and Warning triangle ,Pilot Assist |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | No | No | No |
| Rear Camera | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Anti Theft Device | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock | Yes | No | Yes |
| Knee Airbags | No | No | No |
| Isofix Child Seat Mounts | Yes | No | Yes |
| Heads Up Display | No | No | Yes |
| Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitor | Yes | No | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Assist | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock | Yes | No | No |
| 360 View Camera | No | No | Yes |
| Entertainment & Communication | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Cd Player | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cd Changer | No | No | No |
| Dvd Player | Yes | No | No |
| Radio | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Audio System Remote Control | No | No | Yes |
| Speakers Front | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers Rear | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated2DINAudio | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USB And Auxiliary Input | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Touch Screen | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | Apple CarPlay | Android Auto,Apple CarPlay | Android Auto,Apple CarPlay |
| Internal Storage | Yes | No | No |
| Number Of Speaker | 16 | 6 | 15 |
| Rear Entertainment System | No | No | No |
| Additional Features | BMW Apps
Harman Kardon Surround Sound System (600 W) iDrive Touch With Handwriting Recognition With Direct Access Buttons And Integrated 20GB Hard Drive For Maps And Audio Files LCD Colour Display And Touch Control Panel Wireless Charging Navigation System Professional With 3D Maps 12.3 Instrument Display | Audio 20 CD
High Resolution Media Display With 8 Inch Screen Smartphone Integration Package | Subwoofer
Road Sign Information Smart Phone Integration With USB HUB Premium Sound Audio By Bowers and Wilkins |
| Interior | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Tachometer | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Multi Tripmeter | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Seats | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Fabric Upholstery | No | No | No |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Glove Compartment | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Clock | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Outside Temperature Display | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cigarette Lighter | Yes | No | Yes |
| Digital Odometer | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Adjustable Seats | Front | Front | Front |
| Driving Experience Control Eco | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Table In The Rear | No | No | No |
| Height Adjustable Driver Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | No | No | Yes |
| Dual Tone Dashboard | No | No | No |
| Additional Features | Fine Wood Trim Poplar Grain Grey With Highlight Trim Finisher Pearl Chrome
Roller Sunblind For Rear Side Windows, Mechanical Interior Rear View Mirror With Automatic Anti Dazzle Function Welcome Light Carpet Instrument Panel In Sensatec Storage Compartment Package, Folding Compartment Below The Driver's Side, Power Socket In The Rear Centre Console (12V) Including USB Adapter And Storage Nets Behind The Front Seat Backrests Floor mats in velour Loading Sill Of Luggage Compartment In Stainsless Steel | Instrument Cluster with 11.6 cm Colour Multi function Display, Pointers in Metallic Silver, Red Needle, Light and Sight Package
Ambience Lighting With 12 Colours Light and Sight Package Roof Rack In Chrome Appearance Sail Pattern Trim Step Board Embellisher Illuminated The Door Sill Panels In Brushed Stainless Steel Add Exclusive Sporty Highlights With Their Illuminated Mercedes-Benz Lettering | 12.3 inch Driver Display
Drift Wood Decor Inlays Leather Upgrade On Dashboard Front/Rear Door Leather gear lever knob with uni deco Standard Pedals Deco Panel in Dash,Doors,Tunnel Console Carpet Kit,Textile Sillmoulding Volvo Metal Interior Illumination High Level Leather Steering wheel, 3 spoke, charcoal Ashtray in Front and Rear Doors Nappa leather upholstery Standard material in headlining |
| Exterior | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Adjustable Headlights | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Fog Lights Front | Yes | No | Yes |
| Fog Lights Rear | No | No | No |
| Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror | No | No | No |
| Electric Folding Rear View Mirror | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wiper | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Window Wiper | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Window Washer | Yes | No | Yes |
| Rear Window Defogger | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wheel Covers | No | No | No |
| Alloy Wheels | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Power Antenna | No | No | No |
| Tinted Glass | No | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Removable Or Convertible Top | No | No | No |
| Roof Carrier | No | No | No |
| Sun Roof | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Moon Roof | No | Yes | Yes |
| Side Stepper | No | No | No |
| Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated Antenna | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chrome Grille | Yes | Yes | No |
| Chrome Garnish | No | Yes | No |
| Smoke Headlamps | No | No | No |
| Halogen Headlamps | - | No | No |
| Roof Rail | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Lighting | LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights,Cornering Headlights,LED Tail lamps,LED Fog Lights | LED Headlights,LED Tail lamps | LED Headlights |
| Trunk Opener | Remote | Smart | Remote |
| Heated Wing Mirror | No | - | - |
| Additional Features | Character Package High Gloss Black Kidney Struts With Chrome plated Front, Front Sides Of The Kidney Struts On The Air Flap Control With Thin Chrome Trims, Horizontal Decorative Elements In The Outer Air Inlets In Frozen Grey Matt With Highlights In Chrome High Gloss, Decorative Moulding In The Sill Cladding In Frozen Grey Matt And Chrome High Gloss, Door Sill Finishers With BMW Luxury Line Designation
Exterior Lines Aluminium Satinated Active Air Stream Kidney Grille BMW Display Key, With LCD Colour Display and Touch Control Panel | 5 Spoke Light Alloy Wheel
A Simulated Under guard In Bucket Tooth Design With Silver Chrome In The Front Bumper Power domes On The Bonnet LED tail lights with crystal look Urban Package | Inscription Grill
Standard Mesh Front Bright Decor Side Windows Fully Colour Adapted Sills and Bumpers With Branded Inscription Colour Coordinated Door Handles With Illumination and Puddle Lights Dual Integrated Tail Pipes Colour Coordinated Rear View Mirror Covers Headlight HighPressure Cleaning Panoramic Sunroof With Power Operation 10 Spoke Black Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels LED With Active Bending Light 5 Double Spoke Silver Top-cut Alloy wheel |
| Tyre Size | 245/50 R19 | 235/50 R18 | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless,Radial | Tubeless,Radial | Tubeless,Radial |
| Wheel Size | - | - | - |
| Alloy Wheel Size | 19 | 18 | 19 |
| Fuel & Performance | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Mileage (City) | 11.56 kmpl  | No | 11.43 kmpl |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 18.56 kmpl | 17.9 kmpl | 11.2 kmpl |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 60 | 50 | 71 |
| Emission Norm Compliance | BS IV | No | BS VI |
| Top Speed (Kmph) | 213 | 218 | 220 |
| Drag Coefficient | No | No | No |
| Engine and Transmission | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Type | xDrive20d Inline Diesel E | 2.2-litre Diesel Engine | Turbo Diesel Engine |
| Displacement (cc) | 1995 | 2143 | 1969 |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 187.7bhp@4000rpm | 170bhp@3400-4000rpm | 235bhp |
| Max Torque (nm@rpm) | 400Nm@1750-2500rpm | 350Nm@1400-3400rpm | 480Nm |
| No Of Cylinder | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Valve Configuration | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Fuel Supply System | CRDi | CRDi | CRDi |
| Turbo Charger | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Super Charger | No | No | No |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Gear Box | 8 Speed | 7 Speed | 8 Speed |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD | AWD |
| Clutch Type | No | No | No |
| Warranty | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction Date | No | No | No |
| Warranty Time | No | No | No |
| Warranty Distance | No | No | No |
| Dimensions & Capacity | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Length (mm) | 4708 | 4424 | 4688 |
| Width (mm) | 1891 | 1804 | 1902 |
| Height (mm) | 1676 | 1494 | 1658 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) | 211 | 183 | 223 |
| Wheel Base (mm) | 2864 | 2699 | 2865 |
| Front Tread (mm) | 1620 | 1569 | 1655 |
| Rear Tread (mm) | 1636 | 1560 | 1659 |
| Kerb Weight (kg) | - | 1585 | - |
| Grossweight (kg) | - | 2075 | - |
| Rear Headroom (mm) | 994 | 971 | 988 |
| Rear Legroom (mm) | - | 316 | 965 |
| Front Headroom (mm) | 1045 | 1015 | 1037 |
| Front Legroom (mm) | - | 276 | 1055 |
| Rear Shoulder Room (mm) | - | - | 1430 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space (Litres) | 485 | 481 | - |
| No. of Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Suspension, Steering & Brakes | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Dynamic Damper Control | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Dynamic Damper Control | Four Link | Multi Link |
| Steering Type | Power | Power | Power |
| Steering Column | Electrically Adjustable | Height & Reach | Tilt & Adjustable |
| Steering Gear Type | Rack & Pinion | Rack & Pinion | Rack & Pinion |
| Turning Radius (Metres) | 5.95 | 5.92 | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | Disc |
| Top Speed (Kmph) | 213 | 218 | 220 |
| 0-100kmph (Seconds) | 8 | 7.7 | 8.54 s |
| Braking (100-0kmph) | 36.28 m | - | 38.02 m |
| Emission Norm Compliance | BS IV | - | BS VI |
| Tyre Size | 245/50 R19 | 235/50 R18 | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless,Radial | Tubeless,Radial | Tubeless,Radial |
| Alloy Wheel Size | 19 | 18 | 19 |
| 3rd Gear (30-70kmph) | 5.46 s | - | 5.50 s |
| 4th Gear (40-80kmph) | 16.06s@134.83kmph | - | 16.05s@143.30kmph |
| Braking (60-0 kmph) | 23.10 m | - | 23.54 m |
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