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Mercedes-Benz GLA vs BMW X1

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Mercedes-Benz GLA or BMW X1? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between GLA and X1. Mercedes-Benz GLA Price starts at Rs.47.60 Lakh (ex-showroom) for 220d Diesel and BMW X1 Price starts at Rs.49.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) for M Sport. Mercedes-Benz GLA is 4 cylinder, 1950 cc Engine can generate 170 bhp @ 3400-4000 rpm power whereas BMW X1 is a 3 cylinder, 1499 cc Engine can generate 134 bhp @ 4400-6500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, GLA provides a mileage of 17.9 kmpl (base model), and X1 has a mileage of 20 kmpl (base model).

GLA vs X1

Key HighlightsMercedes-Benz GLABMW X1
PriceRs.47.60 LakhRs.49.50 Lakh
Engine Capacity1950 cc1499 cc
Power170 bhp @ 3400-4000 rpm134 bhp @ 4400-6500 rpm
Mileage/Range17.9 kmpl20 kmpl
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Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d Diesel car
220d Diesel
Rs. 47.60 Lakh
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M Sport
Rs. 49.50 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

GLA specificationsX1 specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
56.22 Lakh
57.23 Lakh
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
User Rating
4.2
4.8
Boot Space (Litres)
481 Litres
540 Litres
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Engine Displacement
1950 cc
1499 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
170 bhp @ 3400-4000 rpm
134 bhp @ 4400-6500 rpm
Colors
Images
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

GLA Brakes, Suspension & TyresX1 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Single-joint Spring-strut Axle
Rear Suspension
Four Link
Multi-arm Axle with Separate Spring and Damper
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Disc
Front Tyre Size
235/50 R18
225 / 55 R18
Rear Tyre Size
235/50 R18
225 / 55 R18
Turning Radius
5.92 meters
5.8 meters
Tyre Size Spare
235/50 R18 / 235/50 R18
225/55 R18
Wheels Size
R18
R18

Exterior

GLA ExteriorX1 Exterior
Sunroof
No
checkYes
Power Windows
checkYes
checkYes
Rain Sensing Wipers
checkYes
checkYes
Automatic Headlamps
checkYes
checkYes

Instrumentation

GLA InstrumentationX1 Instrumentation
Fuel level guage
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Infotainment & Communication

GLA Infotainment & CommunicationX1 Infotainment & Communication
Apple CarPlay
checkYes
checkYes
Android Auto
checkYes
checkYes
Voice Command
checkYes
checkYes
Infotainment Screen
checkYes
checkYes
Multifunction Display
checkYes
Information not available
Basic Warranty
3 Years or 10000000 KMS
2 Years or 10000000 KMS
Extended Warranty
8 years or unlimited kilometers
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Engine & Transmission

GLA Engine & TransmissionX1 Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
1950 cc
1499 cc
Engine Type
2.2-litre Diesel Engine
TwinPower Turbo 3-Cylinder engine
No. of Cylinders
4
3
No. of valves per cylinder
4
3
Cylinder Configuration
No
DOHC
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gears
7 Speed
7 Speed
Power
170 bhp @ 3400-4000 rpm
134 bhp @ 4400-6500 rpm
Torque
350 Nm @ 1400-3400 rpm
230 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm
Battery Capacity
0.96 kwh
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Fast Charging
No
No
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive(FWD)
Front Wheel Drive(FWD)
ARAI Certified Economy
18 kmpl
20 kmpl
Top Speed
205 kmph
219 kmph

Comfort & Convenience

GLA Comfort & ConvenienceX1 Comfort & Convenience
Cruise Control
checkYes
checkYes
Start / Stop Button
checkYes
checkYes
Power Steering
checkYes
checkYes
Adjustable steering
checkYes
checkYes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
checkYes
checkYes
Drive Modes
4
3
Keyless Entry
checkYes
checkYes
Electronically Adjustable Seats
checkYes
checkYes
Glove Box Cooling
checkYes
checkYes
12v Power Outlet
checkYes
checkYes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
checkYes
checkYes
Adjustable Headrests
checkYes
checkYes
Distance to Empty display
checkYes
checkYes
Navigation System
checkYes
checkYes
Instrument Console
checkYes
checkYes

Safety

GLA SafetyX1 Safety
Airbags
6
10
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
checkYes
checkYes
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
checkYes
checkYes
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
checkYes
checkYes
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
Information not available
checkYes
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
checkYes
checkYes
ASR / Traction Control
yes
checkYes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
checkYes
checkYes
Hill Assist
checkYes
checkYes
Reverse Camera
checkYes
checkYes
Central Locking
checkYes
checkYes
Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror
yes
checkYes
Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera
checkYes
checkYes

Dimensions & Capacity

GLA Dimensions & CapacityX1 Dimensions & Capacity
Length
4424 mm
4500 mm
Width
1804 mm
1845 mm
Height
1494 mm
1630 mm
Wheelbase
2699 mm
2692 mm
Ground Clearance
183 mm
183 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
4
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 Litres
51 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
8 Litres
5.29 Litres
Boot Space
481 Litres
540 Litres
Kerb Weight
1605 kg
1598 kg
Body Type
SUV
SUV

Pros & Cons

GLA Pros & ConsX1 Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Good Ride Quality
  • Looks Better Than Before
  • Well Priced
Cons
  • Not too capable off the road
  • Regular variants not very powerful
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Detailed Comparison of Mercedes-Benz GLA and BMW X1

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. X1 has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Central Locking, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.

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, X1 is an with doors and seats ,51 Litres fuel tank capacity, 540 Litres boot space, 183 mm ground clearance.It has 1630 mm height, 4500 mm length, 1845 mm width, and 1598 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Mercedes-Benz GLA comes with Front Wheel Drive(FWD) and 7 Speed Automatic transmission. And X1 comes with Front Wheel Drive(FWD) and 7 Speed Automatic transmission.

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Mercedes-Benz GLA and BMW X1 Owner Reviews

  • GLA Review
  • X1 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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      Likes (1)
    • 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.
      Likes (1)
    • A
      Anonymous
      7 Month ago
      Review for BMW X1
      5.0
      My uncle own this car the experience was fabulous and amazing ??
      Likes (1)
    • I
      Ishnoor
      7 Month ago
      Review for BMW X1
      5.0
      My friends have this car and it’s super comfortable and I love all bmw cars
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    • ST
      Swadesh Tomar
      10 Month ago
      Review for BMW X1
      5.0
      Very good car in luxury segment. Comfortable and smooth, loaded with features.
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    • MT
      Mohit Tiwari
      1 Year ago
      Review for BMW X1
      3.7
      For a luxury car, this seems to be a very good one, considering the fact of its price.comfortable to drive
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    Mercedes-Benz GLA and BMW X1 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 BMW X1?
    The on-road price of BMW X1 is Rs. 57.23 Lakh in New Delhi.