Mercedes-Benz GLA vs Audi Q3 Sportback

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Mercedes-Benz GLA or Audi Q3 Sportback? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between GLA and Q3 Sportback. Mercedes-Benz GLA Price starts at Rs.47.60 Lakh (ex-showroom) for 220d Diesel and Audi Q3 Sportback Price starts at Rs.54.22 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Quatttro AWD. Mercedes-Benz GLA is 4 cylinder, 1950 cc Engine can generate 170 bhp @ 3400-4000 rpm power whereas Audi Q3 Sportback is a 4 cylinder, 1984 cc Engine can generate 190bhp@4200-6000rpm power. In terms of mileage, GLA provides a mileage of 17.9 kmpl (base model), and Q3 Sportback has a mileage of 15 kmpl (base model).

GLA vs Q3 Sportback

Key Highlights	Mercedes-Benz GLA	Audi Q3 Sportback
Price	Rs.47.60 Lakh	Rs.54.22 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1950 cc	1984 cc
Power	170 bhp @ 3400-4000 rpm	190bhp@4200-6000rpm
Mileage/Range	17.9 kmpl	15 kmpl

Mercedes-Benz GLA

220d Diesel

Rs. 47.60 Lakh

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Audi Q3 Sportback

Quatttro AWD

Rs. 54.22 Lakh

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Specifications Overview

GLA specifications	Q3 Sportback specifications
Variant Name	220d Diesel	Quatttro AWD
On Road Price	56.22 Lakh Price Breakup	62.68 Lakh Price Breakup
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
User Rating	4.2 5 Reviews	4.7 2 Reviews
Boot Space (Litres)	481 Litres	530 Litres
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Engine Displacement	1950 cc	1984 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)	170 bhp @ 3400-4000 rpm	190bhp@4200-6000rpm
Colors	GLA Colours	Q3 Sportback Colours
Images	GLA Images	Q3 Sportback Images

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

GLA Brakes, Suspension & Tyres	Q3 Sportback Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	sport suspension with a taut spring/damper
Rear Suspension	Four Link	sport suspension with a taut spring/damper
Front Brakes	Disc	Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc	Disc
Front Tyre Size	235/50 R18	235/55 R18
Rear Tyre Size	235/50 R18	235/55 R18
Turning Radius	5.92 meters	5.5 meters
Tyre Size Spare	235/50 R18 / 235/50 R18	235/55 R18
Wheels Size	R18	R18

Exterior

GLA Exterior	Q3 Sportback Exterior
Sunroof	No	Yes
Power Windows	Yes	No
Rain Sensing Wipers	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Not Found

Instrumentation

GLA Instrumentation	Q3 Sportback Instrumentation
Fuel level guage	Analogue	Analog
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital

Infotainment & Communication

GLA Infotainment & Communication	Q3 Sportback Infotainment & Communication
Apple CarPlay	Yes	Yes
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Voice Command	Yes	Yes
Infotainment Screen	Yes	Yes
Multifunction Display	Yes	Yes
Basic Warranty	3 Years or 10000000 KMS	5 Years or Unlimited KMS
Extended Warranty	8 years or unlimited kilometers	-

Engine & Transmission

GLA Engine & Transmission	Q3 Sportback Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity	1950 cc	1984 cc
Engine Type	2.2-litre Diesel Engine	Audi Q3 NF 40 TFSI quattro
No. of Cylinders	4	4
No. of valves per cylinder	4	4
Cylinder Configuration	No	No
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gears	7 Speed	7 Speed
Power	170 bhp @ 3400-4000 rpm	190bhp@4200-6000rpm
Torque	350 Nm @ 1400-3400 rpm	320Nm@1500-4100rpm
Battery Capacity	0.96 kwh	-
Fast Charging	No	No
Drivetrain	Front Wheel Drive(FWD)	All Wheel Drive (AWD)
ARAI Certified Economy	18 kmpl	15 kmpl
Top Speed	205 kmph	220 kmph

Comfort & Convenience

GLA Comfort & Convenience	Q3 Sportback Comfort & Convenience
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Start / Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Adjustable steering	Yes	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Drive Modes	4	6
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Electronically Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	Yes	Yes
12v Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrests	Yes	Yes
Distance to Empty display	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	Yes
Instrument Console	Yes	Yes

Safety

GLA Safety	Q3 Sportback Safety
Airbags	6	6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)	Yes	Yes
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)	Yes	Yes
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)	Yes	Yes
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)	Information not available	No
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)	Yes	Yes
ASR / Traction Control	yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System	Yes	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Reverse Camera	Yes	No
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror	yes	Yes
Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera	Yes	Yes

Dimensions & Capacity

GLA Dimensions & Capacity	Q3 Sportback Dimensions & Capacity
Length	4424 mm	4518 mm
Width	1804 mm	1579 mm
Height	1494 mm	1558 mm
Wheelbase	2699 mm	2680 mm
Ground Clearance	183 mm	170 mm
No. of Seats	5	5
No. of Doors	5	5
Fuel Tank Capacity	50 Litres	62.4 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity	8 Litres	5.7 Litres
Boot Space	481 Litres	530 Litres
Kerb Weight	1605 kg	1595 kg
Body Type	SUV	SUV

Pros & Cons

GLA Pros & Cons	Q3 Sportback Pros & Cons
Pros	Good Ride Quality Looks Better Than Before Well Priced	Coupe like roof design looks sporty Drives easy, comfortable seats Low NVH levels, cabin is super silent Offers neutral handling. Ride is comfortable too Punchy performance from the 2.0 turbo petrol
Cons	Not too capable off the road Regular variants not very powerful	No diesel option Bigger Q5 is just 20% more expensive No wireless connectivity for Android Auto / Carplay No seat ventilation, no panoramic sunroof

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Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d Diesel

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Detailed Comparison of Mercedes-Benz GLA and Audi Q3 Sportback

Safety

GLA comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Central Locking, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera. Q3 Sportback has 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, Hill Assist, Central Locking, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera.

Body

GLA has doors and seats. It is an with 481 Litres boot space, 50 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 183 mm. It is 1804 mm wide, 1494 mm high and 4424 mm long. It has 1605 kg kerb weight and 2699 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Q3 Sportback is an with doors and seats ,62.4 Litres fuel tank capacity, 530 Litres boot space, 170 mm ground clearance.It has 1558 mm height, 4518 mm length, 1579 mm width, and 1595 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Mercedes-Benz GLA comes with Front Wheel Drive(FWD) and 7 Speed Automatic transmission. And Q3 Sportback comes with All Wheel Drive (AWD) and 7 Speed Automatic transmission.

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Mercedes-Benz GLA and Audi Q3 Sportback Owner Reviews

GLA Review
Q3 Sportback Review

- KS
  Kasthuri Sindhu
  10 Month ago
  Review for Mercedes-Benz GLA
  5.0
  Mecedes-Benz GLA Car is good & good mileage, comfortable to ride and home test drive was available in silver star car showroom.
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  KUMARV
  10 Month ago
  Review for Mercedes-Benz GLA
  5.0
  The showroom visiting is very good experience and the sales executive is very knowledgeble to explain the car details and very good management with sales staff. Great test drive experience without any uncomfort. Total experience with the time we spent was very awesome. So I am suggesting that please visit and experience the luxury experience in silver star mercedes benz.
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- JJ
  Julian Jhamb
  1 Year ago
  Review for Mercedes-Benz GLA
  4.0
  Comfortable to ride and handling, high quality interiors
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- DB
  Dhananjay Basu
  2 Year ago
  Review for Mercedes-Benz GLA
  3.6
  This car has Exquisitely improved interiors and Powertrain choices available which is one of the best part.
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- SN
  Shaik Niyaz
  2 Year ago
  Review for Mercedes-Benz GLA
  4.4
  This car has fantastic performance good mileage, great design, great interior and good colour.
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Mercedes-Benz GLA and Audi Q3 Sportback FAQs

What is the on-road price of Mercedes-Benz GLA?

The on-road price of Mercedes-Benz GLA is Rs. 56.22 Lakh in New Delhi.

What is the on-road price of Audi Q3 Sportback?

The on-road price of Audi Q3 Sportback is Rs. 62.68 Lakh in New Delhi.

Mercedes-Benz GLA vs Audi Q3 Sportback

GLA vs Q3 Sportback

Specifications Overview

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Exterior

Instrumentation

Infotainment & Communication

Engine & Transmission

Comfort & Convenience

Safety

Dimensions & Capacity

Pros & Cons

Which Car Do You Like More ?

Detailed Comparison of Mercedes-Benz GLA and Audi Q3 Sportback

Safety

Body

Transmission

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Mercedes-Benz GLA and Audi Q3 Sportback FAQs