Mercedes-Benz GLA vs BMW 6 Series [2008-2011]

CarWale brings you comparison of Mercedes-Benz GLA and BMW 6 Series [2008-2011]. The Mercedes-Benz GLA price is Rs. 50.80 Lakh and BMW 6 Series [2008-2011] price is Rs. 1.06 Crore. The Mercedes-Benz GLA is available in 1332 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and BMW 6 Series [2008-2011] is available in 4395 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. 6 Series [2008-2011] provides the mileage of 11.23 kmpl.

GLA vs 6 Series [2008-2011] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	GLA	6 Series [2008-2011]
Price	Rs. 50.80 Lakh	Rs. 1.06 Crore
Engine Capacity	1332 cc	4395 cc
Power	161 bhp	407 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (DCT)	Automatic
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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Mercedes-Benz GLA

200

Rs. 50.80 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

BMW 6 Series [2008-2011]

650i Coupe

Rs. 1.06 Crore

Last Recorded Price

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Mercedes-Benz GLA

200

BMW 6 Series [2008-2011]

650i Coupe

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Brochure
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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)	210
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	8.9
Engine	1332 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	4395 cc, 8 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder
Engine Type		V8 engine with 4 valve technology
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	161 bhp @ 5500 rpm	407 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	270 Nm @ 2000-4000 rpm	600 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		11.23View Mileage Details
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Transmission	Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic - 8 Gears, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut with Transverse Control Arm, Coil Springs, Twin-tube Gas-filled Shock Absorbers, Stabiliser Bar	aluminium double-joint spring strut front axle
Rear Suspension	Multilink, Coil Springs, Gas-filled Shock Absorbers, Stabiliser Bar	aluminium integral rear axle
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.7
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Alloy
Front Tyres	235 / 50 R18	245 / 45 R18
Rear Tyres	235 / 50 R18	245 / 45 R18

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Puncture Repair Kit
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
High-beam Assist
Blind Spot Detection
Airbags	7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Electronic Parking Brake	Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)	Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - Internal & Driver Door
Parking Assist	Automatic Parking
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets	2	1

Lighting

Ambient Interior Count	64
Headlights	LED	Projector with Xenon
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Taillights	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED
Fog Lights	LED	Halogen on rear
Ambient Interior Lighting	Multi-colour
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Co-Driver Only	Co-Driver Only
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Metallic
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front Only
One Touch Down	All
One Touch Up	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Silver
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Electric Opening and Closing	Internal with Remote

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	10.25
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	6+	6+
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
Head Unit Size	Not Applicable	2 Din
iPod Compatibility
DVD Playback

Mobile App Features

Storage
Airbags

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	10 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down, extended thigh support forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	10 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Artificial Leather	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Black, Macchiato Beige / Black with optional Walnut Brown Wood Trim
Rear Armrest
Folding Rear Seat	Full
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front

Instrumentation

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Cosmos Black	Deep Sea Blue
	Spectral Blue	Havana
	Mountain Grey	Vermilion Red
	Iridium Silver	Black Sapphire
	Polar White	Orion Silver
		Space Grey
		Titanium Silver
		Mineral White
		Alpine White

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GLA vs 6 Series [2008-2011] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Mercedes-Benz GLA and BMW 6 Series [2008-2011]?

Mercedes-Benz GLA price is Rs. 50.80 Lakh and BMW 6 Series [2008-2011] price is Rs. 1.06 Crore. Hence Mercedes-Benz GLA is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of GLA compared to 6 Series [2008-2011]?

For the 200 variant, 1332 cc Petrol engine of GLA produces 161 bhp @ 5500 rpm of power and 270 Nm @ 2000-4000 rpm of torque. For the 650i Coupe variant, 4395 cc Petrol engine of 6 Series [2008-2011] produces 407 bhp @ 5500 rpm of power and 600 Nm @ 1750 rpm of torque.

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Mercedes-Benz GLA vs BMW 6 Series [2008-2011]

Length (mm)	4412	4894
Width (mm)	1834	1894
Height (mm)	1616	1369
Wheelbase (mm)	2729	2855
Kerb Weight (kg)	1570	1845

Doors (Doors)	5	2
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	4
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	425
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	43	70

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Rub-strips	Silver

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Emergency Call
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
Alexa Compatibility

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Shift Indicator	Dynamic
Tachometer	Digital

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	8	2
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited	Unlimited