BMW X1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

A side-by-side comparison of BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA covering price, engine, mileage, safety and features.

Comparison Table (2 cars)

Feature
BMW X1
Mercedes-Benz GLA
Engine
2.0L Turbocharged
1.3L Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol / Diesel
Transmission
7-speed Automatic
7-speed DCT / 8-speed Automatic
Power
228bhp
163bhp
Torque
350Nm
270Nm
Mileage (City)
13km/l
17.4km/l
Mileage (Highway)
17km/l
18.9km/l
Length
4500mm
4410mm
Width
1845mm
2020mm
Height
1612mm
1611mm
Wheelbase
2692mm
2729mm
Ground Clearance
180mm
183mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
51litres
50litres
Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut & Multi-Link
MacPherson Strut & Multi-Link
ABS
Yes
Yes
EBD
Yes
Yes
Airbags
6
6
Driver Seat Adjustment
Power-adjustable
Electric with Memory
Driver Armrest
Yes
Yes
Headrest
Adjustable
Adjustable
Warranty
3 Years/Unlimited km
3 Years/Unlimited km
Base Variant Price
4200000₹
4800000₹
Top Variant Price
5200000₹
5800000₹
Rating
4.5/5
4.3/5

Verdict: BMW X1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

  • Mercedes-Benz GLA is more fuel-efficient (17.4 vs 13 km/l city).
  • BMW X1 is more powerful (228 vs 163 bhp).
  • BMW X1 is more affordable, starting ₹6.00 Lakh lower.
  • BMW X1 has a higher overall rating (4.5 vs 4.3/5).

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