Mercedes-Benz GLA vs BMW X1
GLA vs X1
Key Highlights | Mercedes-Benz GLA | BMW X1 |
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Price | Rs.51.50 Lakh | Rs.49.90 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1332 cc | 1499 cc |
Power | 163 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 134 bhp @ 4400-6500 rpm |
Mileage/Range | - kmpl | 16.35 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
GLA specifications | X1 specifications | |
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On Road Price | 59.54 Lakh Price Breakup | 57.69 Lakh Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
User Rating | 4.7 | 4.2 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 425 Litres | 476 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Engine Displacement | 1332 cc | 1499 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 163 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 134 bhp @ 4400-6500 rpm |
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Exterior
GLA Exterior | X1 Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | Panoramic | Panoramic |
Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Electrically Adjustable | Yes |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Rear Wiper | Yes | Yes |
Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Bootlid Opener | Electric opening and closing | Yes |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | No |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
GLA Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | X1 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Transverse Control Arm& Coil Springs& Twin-tube Gas-filled Shock Absorbers& Stabiliser Bar | Single-joint Spring-strut Axle |
Rear Suspension | Multilink& Coil Springs& Gas-filled Shock Absorbers& Stabiliser Bar | Multi-arm Axle with Separate Spring and Damper |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Wheels | Alloy Wheels | Alloy |
Spare Wheel | Space Saver | Alloy |
Front Tyre Size | 235/50 R18 | 225/55 R18 |
Rear Tyre Size | 235/50 R18 | 225/55 R18 |
Turning Radius | 6 meters | 5.8 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | - | 135/80 R18 |
Wheels Size | R18 | R18 |
Instrumentation
GLA Instrumentation | X1 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 | Dynamic | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | - | Digital |
Avg fuel economy display | Yes | Yes |
Infotainment & Communication
GLA Infotainment & Communication | X1 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 | 10.25 inch | 10.7 inches |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Gesture Control | No | - |
Integrated Music System | Yes | Yes |
Speakers | 6 + | 12 |
AM/FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
GLA Warranty | X1 Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years/Unlimited Kms | 2 Years/unlimited kms |
Extended Warranty | Upto 6 Year | Upto 4/years50000 kms |
Engine & Transmission
GLA Engine & Transmission | X1 Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 1332 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Type | 1332 cc& 4 Cylinders Inline& 4 Valves/Cylinder& DOHC | TwinPower Turbo 3-Cylinder engine |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 3 |
Cylinder Configuration | DOHC | DOHC |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Gears | 7 Speed | 7 |
Power | 163 bhp @ 5500 rpm | 134 bhp @ 4400-6500 rpm |
Torque | 270 Nm @ 2000-3500 rpm | 230 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm |
Fast Charging | No | No |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 17.43 kmpl | 16.35 kmpl |
Top Speed | 210 kmph | 219 kmph |
Emission Norm | BS VI | BS6 |
Comfort & Convenience
GLA Comfort & Convenience | X1 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 | Driver and Co-Driver | Yes |
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 | Reverse Camera with Guidance | Yes |
Safety
GLA Safety | X1 Safety | |
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NCAP Rating | - | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) |
Airbags | 7 | 6 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes |
Overspeed Warning | Yes | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph |
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 | No | Yes |
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
GLA Dimensions & Capacity | X1 Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 4412 mm | 4500 mm |
Width | 2020 mm | 1845 mm |
Height | 1616 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase | 2729 mm | 2692 mm |
Ground Clearance | - | 183 mm |
No. of Seats | 5 | 5 |
No. of Doors | 5 | 5 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | - | 51 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 5.8 Litres | 5 Litres |
Boot Space | 425 Litres | 476 Litres |
Kerb Weight | - | 1560 kg |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Pros & Cons
GLA Pros & Cons | X1 Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Mercedes-Benz GLA and BMW X1
Safety
GLA comes loaded with 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. X1 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, 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.
Body
GLA has doors and seats. It is an with 425 Litres boot space, fuel tank capacity. It is 2020 mm wide, 1616 mm high and 4412 mm long. It has kerb weight and 2729 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, X1 is an with doors and seats ,51 Litres fuel tank capacity, 476 Litres boot space, 183 mm ground clearance.It has 1630 mm height, 4500 mm length, 1845 mm width, and 1560 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
Mercedes-Benz GLA comes with FWD and 7 Speed Automatic transmission. And X1 comes with FWD and 7 Automatic transmission.