Mercedes-Benz GLA vs MINI Cooper Comparison

Carbike360 comprehensive Mercedes-Benz GLA and MINI Cooper comparison based on price, specifications, fuel efficiency, features, and more.
Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 is priced at ₹51.80 Lakh, MINI Cooper S is priced at ₹44.45 Lakh.
Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 comes with 1332 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC engine, MINI Cooper S comes with 1998 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC engine.

Mercedes-Benz GLA vs MINI Cooper Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Mercedes-Benz GLA	MINI Cooper
Engine Capacity	1332 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1998 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Power	161 bhp @ 5500 rpm	201 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm
Transmission	Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

Mercedes-Benz GLA

₹ 51.80 Lakh

Ex-Showroom

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MINI Cooper

₹ 44.45 Lakh

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Ex-Showroom Price

51.80 Lakh

44.45 Lakh

EMI

₹95,648

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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₹82,076

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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User Rating

4.4

4.3

NCAP Rating

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Colors

Mercedes-Benz GLA Colours

MINI Cooper Colours

Frunk Storage

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Seating Capacity

5 Person

4 Person

Doors

5 Doors

3 Doors

Fuel Tank Capacity

43 litres

44 litres

Bootspace

425 litres

210 litres

No of Rows

2 Rows

Turbocharger / Supercharger

Turbocharged

DC Fast Charging

—

Performance on Alternate Fuel

—

Top Speed

210 kmph

235 kmph

Max Engine Torque (Nm@rpm)

270 Nm @ 2000-4000 Rpm

300 Nm @ 1450-4500 Rpm

Driving Range

—

730 km

Max Torque (Nm@rpm)

270 Nm @ 2000-4000 Rpm

300 Nm @ 1450-4500 Rpm

Engine

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

1998 Cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

Alternate Fuel

Others

Idle Start/Stop

Pure Electric Driving Mode

—

Fuel Type

Petrol

Battery

—

Battery Charging

—

Acceleration (0-100 kmph)

8.9 seconds

6.6 seconds

Electric Motor

—

Drivetrain

FWD

AC Regular Charging

—

Transmission

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

Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears

Emission Standard

BS6 Phase 2

Engine Type

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2.0 Turbocharged

AC Fast Charging

—

City Mileage

—

Range

—

Highway Mileage

—

Max Motor Performance

—

Mileage (ARAI)

17.4 kmpl

16.58 kmpl

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

161 Bhp @ 5500 Rpm

201 Bhp @ 5000-6500 Rpm

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) Claimed

8.9 seconds

6.6 seconds

Electric Motor Assist

—

Ground Clearance

183 mm

146 mm

Kerb Weight

1570 kg

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Length

4412 mm

3876 mm

Wheelbase

2729 mm

2495 mm

Width

1834 mm

1744 mm

Ground Clearance (unladen)

—

Height

1616 mm

1452 mm

Minimum Turning Radius

5.7 metres

5.4 metres

Front Suspension

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

Single Joint Spring-strut Front Axle

Front Tyres

235 / 50 R18

R17

Wheels

Alloy Wheels

Rear Tyres

235 / 50 R18

R17

Four Wheel Steering

—

Steering Type

Power Assisted (Electric)

Rear Brake Type

Disc

Spare Wheel

Space Saver

—

Front Brake Type

Ventilated Disc

Disc

Rear Suspension

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

Multiple Control-arm Rear Axle

Tyre Construction

Radial - Tubeless

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Rub-strips

Silver

—

Roof Rails

—

Roof-mounted Antenna

Body Kit

Sunroof / Moonroof

Panoramic

Electro-Transparent Panoramic

Antenna

Yes (Roof-mounted)

Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Body-coloured Bumpers

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Engine Immobiliser

Child Safety Lock

Central Locking

Keyless

Remote

Driver Armrest

Headrests

Front & Rear

Interior Colours

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

Customisable

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Split Rear Seat

40:20:40

60:40

Second Row Seat Adjustment

2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest: Up / Down)

Front Seatback Pockets

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Rear Passenger Seat Type

Bench

Rear Armrest

—

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)

6 Way Manually Adjustable (seat: Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back, 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 Manually Adjustable (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down)

Rear Row Seat Adjustment

2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest: Up / Down)

Seat Upholstery

Artificial Leather

Leather

Interiors

Dual Tone

Folding Rear Seat

Flat

Ventilated Seats

—

Ventilated Seat Type

—

Lane Departure Prevention

—

Seat Belt Warning

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)

Optional

High-beam Assist

Optional

Rear Middle Head Rest

—

Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt

NCAP Rating

Not Tested

4 Star (Euro NCAP)

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Optional

Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

Optional

Airbags

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

2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)

Puncture Repair Kit

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

Overspeed Warning

1 Beep Over 80kmph, Continuous Beeps Over 120kmph

Blind Spot Detection

Optional

Lane Departure Warning

—

Child Seat Anchor Points

Exterior Door Handles

Body Coloured

Black

Bootlid Opener

Electric Opening And Closing

Internal With Remote

One Touch Down

All

One Touch Up

All

Rear Defogger

Exterior Door Handles Finish

Body Coloured

Black

Door Pockets

Front & Rear

Front

Rain-sensing Wipers

Interior Door Handles

Silver

Chrome

ORVM Colour

Body Coloured

Power Windows Position

Front & Rear

Front Only

ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)

Both Sides

Scuff Plates

Metallic

Turn Indicators on ORVMs

Rear Wiper

Interior Door Handles Finish

Silver

Chrome

Power Windows

Front & Rear

Front Only

Adjustable ORVMs

Electrically Adjustable & Retractable

Display

Touch-screen Display

Head Unit Size

iPod Compatibility

Wireless Charger

Apple CarPlay

Android Auto

Infotainment Screen Size

10.25 inch

9.4 inch

USB Compatibility

Gesture Control

—

Touchscreen Size

10.25 inch

9.4 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

Optional

Smart Connectivity

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

Android Auto (Yes), Apple CarPlay (Yes)

AM/FM Radio

Clock

Digital

Trip Meter

2 Trips Electronic

Average Speed

Shift Indicator

Dynamic

Heads Up Display (HUD)

Optional

Instantaneous Consumption

Instrument Cluster

Digital

Distance to Empty

Instrument Cluster Screen Type

Digital

Tachometer

Digital

Gear Indicator

Adjustable Cluster Brightness

Door Ajar Warning

Average Fuel Consumption

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Fuel Consumption

—

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)

Warranty (In Kilometres)

Unlimited

Warranty (In Years)

Battery Warranty (In Years)

Driver Armrest Storage

Cup Holders Position

Front & Second Row

—

Cup Holders

Front & Rear

Front Only

Sunglass Holder

—

Cooled Glovebox

—

Rear AC

Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest

—

Heater

Cabin Boot Access

Cruise Control

Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones

Automatic Climate Control: Dual Zone

Automatic Climate Control

Electronic Parking Brake

Auto Hold

—

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear

Steering Adjustment

Tilt & Telescopic

Air Conditioner

Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)

Yes (Automatic Climate Control)

Air Purifier

—

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

Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control

12V Power Outlets

Anti-glare Mirrors

Electronic - Internal & Driver Door

Electronic - Internal Only

Third Row AC Zone

—

Cornering Headlights

—

Ambient Interior Lighting

Multi-colour

Headlight Height Adjuster

Automatic Headlamps

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Puddle Lamps

Optional

Reading Lamp

—

Cabin Lamps Position

Front And Rear

Centre

Light on Vanity Mirrors

Co-Driver Only

—

Glovebox Lamp

Rear Reading Lamp

—

Fog Lights

LED

Ambient Interior Count

—

Daytime Running Lights

LED

Cabin Lamps

Front And Rear

Centre

Headlights

LED

Taillights

LED

Hill Hold Control

Hill Descent Control

—

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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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.