BMW X1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA
X1 vs GLA
Key Highlights | BMW X1 | Mercedes-Benz GLA |
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Price | Rs.49.90 Lakh | Rs.51.50 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1499 cc | 1332 cc |
Power | 134 bhp @ 4400-6500 rpm | 163 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 16.35 kmpl | - kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
X1 specifications | GLA specifications | |
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On Road Price | 57.69 Lakh Price Breakup | 59.54 Lakh Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
User Rating | 4.2 | 4.7 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 476 Litres | 425 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Engine Displacement | 1499 cc | 1332 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 134 bhp @ 4400-6500 rpm | 163 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
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Exterior
X1 Exterior | GLA Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | Panoramic | Panoramic |
Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Electrically Adjustable |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Rear Wiper | Yes | Yes |
Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Bootlid Opener | Yes | Electric opening and closing |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | No | Yes |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
X1 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | GLA Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Single-joint Spring-strut Axle | MacPherson Strut with Transverse Control Arm& Coil Springs& Twin-tube Gas-filled Shock Absorbers& Stabiliser Bar |
Rear Suspension | Multi-arm Axle with Separate Spring and Damper | Multilink& Coil Springs& Gas-filled Shock Absorbers& Stabiliser Bar |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Wheels | Alloy | Alloy Wheels |
Spare Wheel | Alloy | Space Saver |
Front Tyre Size | 225/55 R18 | 235/50 R18 |
Rear Tyre Size | 225/55 R18 | 235/50 R18 |
Turning Radius | 5.8 meters | 6 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | 135/80 R18 | - |
Wheels Size | R18 | R18 |
Instrumentation
X1 Instrumentation | GLA Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Shift Indicator | Yes | Dynamic |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | - |
Avg fuel economy display | Yes | Yes |
Infotainment & Communication
X1 Infotainment & Communication | GLA Infotainment & Communication | |
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Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Display | Yes | - |
Touchscreen Size | 10.7 inches | 10.25 inch |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Gesture Control | - | No |
Integrated Music System | Yes | Yes |
Speakers | 12 | 6 + |
AM/FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
X1 Warranty | GLA Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years/unlimited kms | 3 Years/Unlimited Kms |
Extended Warranty | Upto 4/years50000 kms | Upto 6 Year |
Engine & Transmission
X1 Engine & Transmission | GLA Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 1499 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Type | TwinPower Turbo 3-Cylinder engine | 1332 cc& 4 Cylinders Inline& 4 Valves/Cylinder& DOHC |
No. of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 3 | 4 |
Cylinder Configuration | DOHC | DOHC |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Gears | 7 | 7 Speed |
Power | 134 bhp @ 4400-6500 rpm | 163 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
Torque | 230 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm | 270 Nm @ 2000-3500 rpm |
Fast Charging | No | No |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 16.35 kmpl | 17.43 kmpl |
Top Speed | 219 kmph | 210 kmph |
Emission Norm | BS6 | BS VI |
Comfort & Convenience
X1 Comfort & Convenience | GLA Comfort & Convenience | |
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AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
Automatic climate control | Yes | Yes |
Heater | Yes | Yes |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | Yes | Driver and Co-Driver |
Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable steering | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
Leather streering wheels | Yes | Yes |
Drive Modes | 3 | - |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
Electronic Parking Brake | Yes | Yes |
Parking Assist | Yes | Reverse Camera with Guidance |
Safety
X1 Safety | GLA Safety | |
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NCAP Rating | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) | - |
Airbags | 6 | 7 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes |
Overspeed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph | Yes |
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | Yes |
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) | Yes | Yes |
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist) | No | - |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | Yes |
ASR / Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | Yes |
Lane Departure Warning | Yes | No |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Head Rest | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
X1 Dimensions & Capacity | GLA Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 4500 mm | 4412 mm |
Width | 1845 mm | 2020 mm |
Height | 1630 mm | 1616 mm |
Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2729 mm |
Ground Clearance | 183 mm | - |
No. of Seats | 5 | 5 |
No. of Doors | 5 | 5 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 Litres | - |
Engine Oil Capacity | 5 Litres | 5.8 Litres |
Boot Space | 476 Litres | 425 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 1560 kg | - |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Pros & Cons
X1 Pros & Cons | GLA Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA
Safety
X1 comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Lane Departure Warning, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror. GLA has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), Overspeed Warning, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, ADAS.
Body
X1 has doors and seats. It is an with 476 Litres boot space, 51 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 183 mm. It is 1845 mm wide, 1630 mm high and 4500 mm long. It has 1560 kg kerb weight and 2692 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, GLA is an with doors and seats 425 Litres boot space, It has 1616 mm height, 4412 mm length, 2020 mm width, .
Transmission
BMW X1 comes with FWD and 7 Automatic transmission. And GLA comes with FWD and 7 Speed Automatic transmission.