Mercedes-Benz GLA vs BMW X3 [2008-2011]

CarWale brings you comparison of Mercedes-Benz GLA and BMW X3 [2008-2011]. The Mercedes-Benz GLA price is Rs. 51.75 Lakh and BMW X3 [2008-2011] price is Rs. 41.22 Lakh. The Mercedes-Benz GLA is available in 1332 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and BMW X3 [2008-2011] is available in 1995 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel. X3 [2008-2011] provides the mileage of 10 kmpl.

GLA vs X3 [2008-2011] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	GLA	X3 [2008-2011]
Price	Rs. 51.75 Lakh	Rs. 41.22 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1332 cc	1995 cc
Power	161 bhp	-
Transmission	Automatic (DCT)	Automatic
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel

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Mercedes-Benz GLA

200

Rs. 51.75 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

BMW X3 [2008-2011]

xDrive20d

Rs. 41.22 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

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Mercedes-Benz GLA

200

BMW X3 [2008-2011]

xDrive20d

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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

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	1995 cc, 4 Cylinders 4 Valves/Cylinder
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	161 bhp @ 5500 rpm	178@4000
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	270 Nm @ 2000-4000 rpm	350@1750
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		10View Mileage Details
Drivetrain	FWD	4WD / AWD
Transmission	Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop

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	Independent Strut with stabiliser bar and coil spring
Rear Suspension	Multilink, Coil Springs, Gas-filled Shock Absorbers, Stabiliser Bar	Independent multi-link Suspension with stabiliser bar and coil spring
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
Front Tyres	235 / 50 R18	235 / 55 R17
Rear Tyres	235 / 50 R18	235 / 55 R17

Features

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

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Comfort & Convenience

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

Mobile App Features

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

Storage

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
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Silver
Door Pockets	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Electric Opening and Closing

Exterior

Lighting

Instrumentation

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	10.25
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	6+
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
iPod Compatibility

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Cosmos Black	Monaco Blue
	Spectral Blue	Black Sapphire
	Mountain Grey	Sliver Grey
	Iridium Silver	Titanium Silver
	Polar White	Alpine White

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GLA vs X3 [2008-2011] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Mercedes-Benz GLA and BMW X3 [2008-2011]?

Mercedes-Benz GLA price is Rs. 51.75 Lakh and BMW X3 [2008-2011] price is Rs. 41.22 Lakh. Hence BMW X3 [2008-2011] is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of GLA compared to X3 [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 xDrive20d variant, 1995 cc Diesel engine of X3 [2008-2011] produces 178@4000 of power and 350@1750 of torque.

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Mercedes-Benz GLA vs BMW X3 [2008-2011]

Length (mm)	4412	4569
Width (mm)	1834	1987
Height (mm)	1616	1674
Wheelbase (mm)	2729	2795
Kerb Weight (kg)	1570

Doors (Doors)	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2
Bootspace (litres)	425
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	43	67

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
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

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

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

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	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
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited