Mercedes-Benz GLA vs Audi Q3

Should you buy Mercedes-Benz GLA or Audi Q3? 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. Mercedes-Benz GLA price starts at Rs 51.80 Lakh ex-showroom for 200 (Petrol) and Audi Q3 price starts Rs 51.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Nova (Petrol). GLA has 1950 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Q3 has 1984 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the GLA has a mileage of 18.9 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Q3 has a mileage of - (Petrol top model).

GLA Vs Q3

Key Highlights	Mercedes-Benz GLA	Audi Q3
On Road Price	Rs.59,57,991^*	Rs.64,64,824^*
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1332	1984
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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200
51.80 Lakh^*
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Variant	200	Zenith
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.59,57,991^*	Rs.64,64,824^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.1,13,400/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.1,23,061/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.2,03,391	Rs.2,45,134
User Rating	4.4 Based on 32 Reviews	4.5 Based on 1 Review
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Basic Information

Variant

200

Zenith

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.59,57,991^*

Rs.64,64,824^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.1,13,400/month

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Rs.1,23,061/month

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Insurance

Rs.2,03,391

Rs.2,45,134

User Rating

4.4

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	-	2.0L TFSI
Displacement (cc)	1332	1984
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	160.92bhp	201.15bhp@4500-6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	270Nm	320Nm@1500-4400rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	Yes	Yes
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	7-Speed DCT	7-Speed DCT
Drive Type	FWD	AWD

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

2.0L TFSI

Displacement (cc)

1332

1984

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

160.92bhp

201.15bhp@4500-6000rpm

Max Torque (nm@rpm)

270Nm

320Nm@1500-4400rpm

Valves Per Cylinder

Turbo Charger

Transmission Type

Automatic

Gearbox

7-Speed DCT

Drive Type

FWD

AWD

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	17.4	-
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0

Fuel & Performance

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Air suspension	-
Rear Suspension	Air suspension	-
Steering Type	Electric	Electronic
Steering Column	-	Tilt & Telescopic
Front Brake Type	-	Disc
Rear Brake Type	-	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	210	229
0-100kmph (Seconds)	8.9 s	7.1 s
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	-
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	18
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding (Litres)	1420	-

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4412	4531
Width (mm)	2020	1859
Height (mm)	1616	1601
Wheel Base (mm)	2651	2681
Front Tread (mm)	1511	-
Rear Tread (mm)	1606	-
Kerb Weight (kg)	1570	-
Grossweight (kg)	2070	-
Reported Ground Clearance (Unladen) (mm)	183	-
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	425	-

Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	-	3 Zone
Air Quality Control	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Adjustable
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	-	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Front & Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	-	Yes
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Voice Commands	-	Yes
Paddle Shifters	Yes	Yes
USB Charger	Front	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	-	Yes
Additional Features	Digital Key Handover more	- more
Memory Function Seats	-	Driver's Seat Only
Power Windows	-	Front & Rear
Heated Seats	-	Front Only
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	-
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	-	Front Only
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Interior
	Photo Comparison
Front Air Vents
Steering Wheel
Instrument Cluster
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	-	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	-	11.9
Upholstery	Leatherette	Leatherette

Interior

Exterior
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Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Mountain GreyIridium SilverPolar WhiteCosmos BlackGLA Colours	Navarra BlueGlacier WhiteMythos BlackSage GreenTambora GreyQ3 Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Headlamp Washers	-	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	-	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	-
Rear Spoiler	Yes	-
Sun Roof	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
Antenna	-	Shark Fin
Sunroof	Panoramic	Panoramic
Boot Opening	Automatic	Powered
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered & Folding
Wheels Type	-	Alloy
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	-
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	18

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	7	9
Driver Airbag	Yes	-
Passenger Airbag	Yes	-
Side Airbag	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
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	-	Yes
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	Yes
Blind Spot Monitor	Yes	-
Hill Descent Control	-	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	Yes	-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Safety Airbags	-	Driver & Passenger, Front Side, Rear Side, Curtain

Safety

ADAS
Driver Attention Warning	-	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	Yes

ADAS

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	-	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	-	12.8
Android Auto	Yes	Wireless
Apple Car Play	Yes	Wireless
No. of Speakers	-	12
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

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
- Fun 204PS 2.0-litre turbo engine + quattro all-wheel drive delivers driving pleasure.
- Value: panoramic sunroof, 3-zone climate control, leatherette upholstery available as standard.
- Comfortable ride quality, great highway stability. Built for roadtrips.

Mercedes-Benz GLA
- Road presence is not dominating
- Bigger bumps are felt in the cabin with 19-inch wheels
Audi Q3
- No hybrid, diesel or electric powertrain options available.
- Fuel efficiency will be poor in heavy city traffic.
- Strange feature omissions: front seat ventilation, 360° camera are not available.

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