Mercedes-Benz GLA vs BMW iX1 LWB Comparison

Compare the Mercedes-Benz GLA and BMW iX1 LWB on Carbike360 - price, specs, driving range, performance, features, charging time, and more.

Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 costs ₹51.80 Lakh, while the BMW iX1 LWB eDrive20L M Sport} is priced at ₹51.40 Lakh.

Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 is powered by a 1332 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC engine and delivers 161 bhp @ 5500 rpm with a mileage of 17.4., Whereas BMW iX1 LWB eDrive20L M Sport is an Electric car, it delivers 531 driving range with a 66.4 kWh, Lithium Ion,Battery Placed Under Floor Pan battery capacity.

Mercedes-Benz GLA vs BMW iX1 LWB Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Mercedes-Benz GLA	BMW iX1 LWB
Engine Capacity	1332 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	-
Power	161 bhp @ 5500 rpm	-
Transmission	Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic - 1 Gears, Sport Mode
Fuel Type	Petrol	Electric

Mercedes-Benz GLA

₹ 51.80 Lakh

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BMW iX1 LWB

₹ 51.40 Lakh

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Ex-Showroom Price

51.80 Lakh

51.40 Lakh

EMI

₹95,648

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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₹94,909

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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User Rating

4.4

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NCAP Rating

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Colors

Mercedes-Benz GLA Colours

BMW iX1 LWB Colours

Frunk Storage

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Seating Capacity

5 Person

Doors

5 Doors

Fuel Tank Capacity

43 litres

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Bootspace

425 litres

490 litres

No of Rows

2 Rows

Turbocharger / Supercharger

Turbocharged

DC Fast Charging

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10-80 % : 30 Mins, 130 KW Charger

Performance on Alternate Fuel

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Top Speed

210 kmph

175 kmph

Max Engine Torque (Nm@rpm)

270 Nm @ 2000-4000 Rpm

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Driving Range

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531 km

Max Torque (Nm@rpm)

270 Nm @ 2000-4000 Rpm

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Engine

1332 Cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

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Alternate Fuel

Others

Idle Start/Stop

Regenerative Braking

Pure Electric Driving Mode

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Fuel Type

Petrol

Electric

Battery

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66.4 KWh, Lithium Ion,Battery Placed Under Floor Pan

Battery Charging

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Acceleration (0-100 kmph)

8.9 seconds

8.6 seconds

Electric Motor

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1 Permanent Magnet Synchronous Placed At Front Axle

Drivetrain

FWD

AC Regular Charging

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0-100 % : 6 Hrs 30 Mins, 11 KW Charger

Transmission

Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode

Automatic - 1 Gears, Sport Mode

Emission Standard

BS6 Phase 2

Engine Type

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Electric

AC Fast Charging

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11 KW Charger

City Mileage

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Range

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Highway Mileage

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Max Motor Performance

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204 Bhp, 250 Nm

Mileage (ARAI)

17.4 kmpl

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Max Power (bhp@rpm)

161 Bhp @ 5500 Rpm

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Acceleration (0-100 kmph) Claimed

8.9 seconds

8.6 seconds

Electric Motor Assist

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Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)

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Ground Clearance

183 mm

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Kerb Weight

1570 kg

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Length

4412 mm

4616 mm

Wheelbase

2729 mm

2800 mm

Width

1834 mm

1845 mm

Ground Clearance (unladen)

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Height

1616 mm

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Minimum Turning Radius

5.7 metres

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Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut With Transverse Control Arm, Coil Springs, Twin-tube Gas-filled Shock Absorbers, Stabiliser Bar

Double Wishbone

Front Tyres

235 / 50 R18

225 / 55 R18

Wheels

Alloy Wheels

Rear Tyres

235 / 50 R18

225 / 55 R18

Four Wheel Steering

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Steering Type

Power Assisted (Electric)

Rear Brake Type

Disc

Ventilated Disc

Spare Wheel

Space Saver

Front Brake Type

Ventilated Disc

Rear Suspension

Multilink, Coil Springs, Gas-filled Shock Absorbers, Stabiliser Bar

Multi-link

Tyre Construction

Radial - Tubeless

Rub-strips

Silver

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Roof Rails

Roof-mounted Antenna

Body Kit

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Sunroof / Moonroof

Panoramic

Antenna

Yes (Roof-mounted)

Shark Fin Antenna

Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Body-coloured Bumpers

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Engine Immobiliser

Child Safety Lock

Central Locking

Keyless

Driver Armrest

Headrests

Front & Rear

Interior Colours

Black, Macchiato Beige / Black With Optional Walnut Brown Wood Trim

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Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Split Rear Seat

40:20:40

Second Row Seat Adjustment

2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

4 Way Manually Adjustable (backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down)

Front Seatback Pockets

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Rear Passenger Seat Type

Bench

Rear Armrest

Cup Holder

Driver Seat Adjustment

10 Way Electrically Adjustable With 3 Memory Presets (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Seat Height Up / Down, Lumbar Up / Down, Lumbar Forward / Back) + 4 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down, Extended Thigh Support Forward / Back)

10 Way Electrically Adjustable (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Seat Height Up / Down, Lumbar Up / Down, Lumbar Forward / Back) + 2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

Front Passenger Seat Adjustment

10 Way Electrically Adjustable With 3 Memory Presets (seat: Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back, Seat Height: Up / Down, Lumbar: Up / Down, Lumbar: Forward / Back) + 4 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest: Up / Down, Extended Thigh Support: Forward / Back)

6 Way Electrically Adjustable (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Seat Height Up / Down) + 2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

Rear Row Seat Adjustment

2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

4 Way Manually Adjustable (backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down)

Seat Upholstery

Artificial Leather

Leather

Interiors

Dual Tone

Folding Rear Seat

Flat

Inclined

Lane Departure Prevention

Seat Belt Warning

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)

High-beam Assist

Rear Middle Head Rest

Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt

NCAP Rating

Not Tested

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

Airbags

7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)

8 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)

Puncture Repair Kit

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

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Overspeed Warning

1 Beep Over 80kmph, Continuous Beeps Over 120kmph

Blind Spot Detection

Lane Departure Warning

Child Seat Anchor Points

Exterior Door Handles

Body Coloured

Bootlid Opener

Electric Opening And Closing

One Touch Down

All

One Touch Up

All

Rear Defogger

Exterior Door Handles Finish

Body Coloured

Door Pockets

Front & Rear

Rain-sensing Wipers

Interior Door Handles

Silver

Chrome

ORVM Colour

Body Coloured

Power Windows Position

Front & Rear

ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)

Both Sides

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Scuff Plates

Metallic

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Turn Indicators on ORVMs

Rear Wiper

Interior Door Handles Finish

Silver

Chrome

Power Windows

Front & Rear

Adjustable ORVMs

Electrically Adjustable & Retractable

Display

Touch-screen Display

Head Unit Size

iPod Compatibility

Wireless Charger

Apple CarPlay

Wireless

Android Auto

Wireless

Infotainment Screen Size

10.25 inch

10.7 inch

USB Compatibility

Gesture Control

Touchscreen Size

10.25 inch

10.7 inch

Voice Command

Speakers

Steering-mounted controls

Internal Hard Drive

Bluetooth Compatibility

Phone & Audio Streaming

Integrated (in-dash) Music System

AUX Compatibility

GPS Navigation System

Smart Connectivity

Android Auto (Yes), Apple Car Play (Yes)

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AM/FM Radio

Clock

Digital

Trip Meter

2 Trips Electronic

Average Speed

Shift Indicator

Dynamic

Heads Up Display (HUD)

Instantaneous Consumption

Instrument Cluster

Digital

Distance to Empty

Instrument Cluster Screen Type

Digital

Tachometer

Digital

Gear Indicator

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Adjustable Cluster Brightness

Door Ajar Warning

Average Fuel Consumption

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Fuel Consumption

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)

160000

Warranty (In Kilometres)

Unlimited

Warranty (In Years)

Battery Warranty (In Years)

Driver Armrest Storage

Cup Holders Position

Front & Second Row

Cup Holders

Front & Rear

Rear AC

Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest

Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest, Individual Fan Speed Controls

Heater

Cabin Boot Access

Cruise Control

Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones

Automatic Climate Control: Dual Zone

Electronic Parking Brake

Auto Hold

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear

Steering Adjustment

Tilt & Telescopic

Electric Tilt & Telescopic

Air Conditioner

Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)

Air Purifier

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Parking Assist

Automatic Parking

Reverse Camera

Keyless Start/ Button Start

Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors

Driver & Co-Driver

Front AC

Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls

12V Power Outlets

Anti-glare Mirrors

Electronic - Internal & Driver Door

Electronic - Internal Only

Third Row AC Zone

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Cornering Headlights

Ambient Interior Lighting

Multi-colour

Headlight Height Adjuster

Automatic Headlamps

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Puddle Lamps

Reading Lamp

Cabin Lamps Position

Front And Rear

Light on Vanity Mirrors

Co-Driver Only

Driver & Co-Driver

Glovebox Lamp

Rear Reading Lamp

Fog Lights

LED

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Ambient Interior Count

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Daytime Running Lights

LED

Cabin Lamps

Front And Rear

Headlights

LED

Taillights

LED

Hill Hold Control

Hill Descent Control

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Four-Wheel-Drive

Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

Brake Assist (BA)

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Mercedes-Benz GLA

51.80 Lakh

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Pros And Cons

Pros

Cons

Mercedes-Benz GLA

✓Refined petrol and powerful diesel engine options with advanced efficiency technology.
✓Premium cabin with MBUX, dual 10.25-inch screens, ambient lighting, and high-quality materials.
✓Strong safety package with Active Brake Assist, knee airbag, and Car-to-X Communication.
✓Practical features like panoramic sunroof, memory seats, wireless charging, and a powered tailgate.
✓AMG Line variant offers sporty exterior and interior enhancements.