Mercedes-Benz GLA vs BMW X3 [2014-2018]

CarWale brings you comparison of Mercedes-Benz GLA and BMW X3 [2014-2018]. The Mercedes-Benz GLA price is Rs. 59.70 Lakh and BMW X3 [2014-2018] price is Rs. 49.10 Lakh. The Mercedes-Benz GLA is available in 1332 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and BMW X3 [2014-2018] is available in 1995 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel. X3 [2014-2018] provides the mileage of 18.56 kmpl.

GLA vs X3 [2014-2018] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	GLA	X3 [2014-2018]
Price	Rs. 59.70 Lakh	Rs. 49.10 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1332 cc	1995 cc
Power	161 bhp	190 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (DCT)	Automatic
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel

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Mercedes-Benz GLA

200

Rs. 59.70 Lakh

On-Road Price, Jalpaiguri

BMW X3 [2014-2018]

xDrive 20d Expedition

Rs. 49.10 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

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Mercedes-Benz GLA

200

BMW X3 [2014-2018]

xDrive 20d Expedition

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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

Specifications and Finance

Finance

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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 Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type		Inline turbocharged Diesel
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	161 bhp @ 5500 rpm	190 bhp @ 4000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	270 Nm @ 2000-4000 rpm	400 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		18.56View Mileage Details
Drivetrain	FWD	4WD / AWD
Transmission	Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic - 8 Gears, Manual Override, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop	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
Rear Suspension	Multilink, Coil Springs, Gas-filled Shock Absorbers, Stabiliser Bar
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.7
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Alloy
Front Tyres	235 / 50 R18	225 / 60 R17
Rear Tyres	235 / 50 R18	225 / 60 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 (Automatic Dual Zone)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones
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	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	Automatic Parking
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Rear
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets	2	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	Bench
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Black, Macchiato Beige / Black with optional Walnut Brown Wood Trim
Rear Armrest
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

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

Exterior

Lighting

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

Instrumentation

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

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display	Touch-screen Display	LCD 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 & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
Head Unit Size	Not Applicable	2 Din
iPod Compatibility
DVD Playback

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Cosmos Black	Deep Sea Blue
	Spectral Blue	Alpine White
	Mountain Grey
	Iridium Silver
	Polar White

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GLA vs X3 [2014-2018] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Mercedes-Benz GLA and BMW X3 [2014-2018]?

Mercedes-Benz GLA price is Rs. 59.70 Lakh and BMW X3 [2014-2018] price is Rs. 49.10 Lakh. Hence BMW X3 [2014-2018] is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of GLA compared to X3 [2014-2018]?

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 xDrive 20d Expedition variant, 1995 cc Diesel engine of X3 [2014-2018] produces 190 bhp @ 4000 rpm of power and 400 Nm @ 1750 rpm of torque.

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Mercedes-Benz GLA vs BMW X3 [2014-2018]

Length (mm)	4412	4657
Width (mm)	1834	1881
Height (mm)	1616	1678
Wheelbase (mm)	2729	2810
Kerb Weight (kg)	1570

Doors (Doors)	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	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)
Four-Wheel-Drive		Torque-On-Demand
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Descent Control

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

Cup Holders	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Sunglass Holder

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

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