Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line vs Mercedes-Benz GLA Comparison

Carbike360 comprehensive Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line and Mercedes-Benz GLA comparison based on price, specifications, fuel efficiency, features, and more.
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line 2.0L TSI is priced at ₹47.11 Lakh, Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 is priced at ₹51.80 Lakh.
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line 2.0L TSI comes with 1984 cc, Inline engine, Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 comes with 1332 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC engine.

Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line vs Mercedes-Benz GLA Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line	Mercedes-Benz GLA
Engine Capacity	1984 cc, Inline	1332 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Power	201 bhp @ 4500-6000 rpm	161 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Transmission	Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift	Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line

₹ 47.11 Lakh

Ex-Showroom

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Mercedes-Benz GLA

₹ 51.80 Lakh

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Ex-Showroom Price

47.11 Lakh

51.80 Lakh

EMI

₹86,988

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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₹95,648

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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Brochure

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Download

User Rating

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4.4

NCAP Rating

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Colors

Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line Colours

Mercedes-Benz GLA Colours

Tank Capacity

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Doors

5 Doors

Seating Capacity

5 Person

Frunk Storage

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Fuel Tank Capacity

60 litres

43 litres

CNG Tank Capacity (L/Kg)

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No of Rows

2 Rows

Bootspace

652 litres

425 litres

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

201 Bhp @ 4500-6000 Rpm

161 Bhp @ 5500 Rpm

Highway Mileage

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Others

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Idle Start/Stop

Max Engine Torque (Nm@rpm)

320 Nm @ 1500 Rpm

270 Nm @ 2000-4000 Rpm

AC Regular Charging

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Range

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Max Motor Performance

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DC Fast Charging

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Alternate Fuel

Emission Standard

BS6 Phase 2

Battery Charging

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Driving Range

755 km

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Drivetrain

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FWD

Battery

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City Mileage

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Electric Motor Assist

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Regenerative Braking

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Engine Type

2 L TSI (Turbocharged Stratified Injection)

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Transmission

Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift

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

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) Claimed

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8.9 seconds

Idle Start/Stop

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Electric Motor

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Mileage (ARAI)

12.58 kmpl

17.4 kmpl

Turbocharger / Supercharger

Turbocharged

AC Fast Charging

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Pure Electric Driving Mode

—

Performance on Alternate Fuel

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Engine

1984 Cc, Inline

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

Top Speed

230 kmph

210 kmph

Acceleration

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Max Torque (Nm@rpm)

320 Nm @ 1500 Rpm

270 Nm @ 2000-4000 Rpm

Fuel Type

Petrol

Acceleration (0-100 kmph)

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8.9 seconds

Wheelbase

2680 mm

2729 mm

Ground Clearance

176 mm

183 mm

Length*Width*Height

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Height

1656 mm

1616 mm

Kerb Weight

1758 kg

1570 kg

Length

4539 mm

4412 mm

Width

1859 mm

1834 mm

Ground Clearance (unladen)

176 mm

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Minimum Turning Radius

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5.7 metres

Tyre Construction

Radial - Tubeless

Front Brake Type

Disc

Ventilated Disc

Rear Brake Type

Disc

Front Tyres

255 / 45 R19

235 / 50 R18

Spare Wheel & Tyre

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Tyres

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Front Suspension

Independent Wheel Suspension With Coil Spring & McPherson Strut

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

Rear Tyres

255 / 45 R19

235 / 50 R18

Steering Type

Power Assisted (Electric)

Steering

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Spare Wheel

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Space Saver

Wheels

Diamond-Cut Alloy Wheels

Alloy Wheels

Additional Steering Features

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Rear Suspension

Independent Wheel Suspension By Four-link Axle

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

Four Wheel Steering

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Rub-strips

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Silver

Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

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Roof Rails

Sunroof / Moonroof

Panoramic

Body Kit

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Antenna

Shark Fin Antenna

Yes (Roof-mounted)

Body-coloured Bumpers

Roof-mounted Antenna

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Child Safety Lock

Central Locking

Keyless

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Engine Immobiliser

Second Row Seat Adjustment

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2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

Front Seatback Pockets

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Rear Armrest

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Driver Armrest

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Folding Rear Seat

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Flat

Split Third Row Seat

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Third Row Seat Adjustment

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Front Passenger Seat Adjustment

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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)

Driver Seat Adjustment

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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)

Third Row Seat Type

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Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

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Ventilated Seat Type

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Interiors

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Dual Tone

Headrests

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Front & Rear

Split Rear Seat

40:20:40

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Massage Seats

Front

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Interior Colours

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

Rear Passenger Seat Type

Bench

Ventilated Seats

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Seat Upholstery

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Artificial Leather

Rear Row Seat Adjustment

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2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)

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Airbags

9 Airbags

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

Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

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Overspeed Warning

1 Beep Over 80kmph, Continuous Beeps Over 120kmph

Blind Spot Detection

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NCAP Rating

Not Tested

Rear Middle Head Rest

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Rear Cross-traffic Assist

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Child Seat Anchor Points

Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt

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Lane Departure Prevention

High-beam Assist

Lane Departure Warning

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Emergency Brake Light Flashing

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Seat Belt Warning

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Puncture Repair Kit

Scuff Plates

Aluminium

Metallic

Exterior Door Handles Finish

Body Coloured

Rain-sensing Wipers

ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)

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Both Sides

Interior Door Handles Finish

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Silver

Side Window Blinds

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Rear Defogger

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Turn Indicators on ORVMs

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Rear Wiper

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One Touch Down

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All

Power Windows Position

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Front & Rear

Soft-close Door

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Bootlid Opener

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Electric Opening And Closing

Exterior Door Handles Colour

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Door Pockets

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Front & Rear

Rear Windshield Blind

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One Touch Up

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All

Adjustable ORVMs

Electrically Adjustable & Retractable

Exterior Door Handles

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Body Coloured

Interior Door Handles

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Silver

ORVM Colour

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Body Coloured

Power Windows

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Front & Rear

DVD Playback

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Integrated (in-dash) Music System

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GPS Navigation System

AM/FM Radio

AUX Compatibility

Steering-mounted controls

Voice Command

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Android Auto

Display Screen for Rear Passengers

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Speakers

Apple CarPlay

USB Compatibility

Bluetooth Compatibility

Phone & Audio Streaming

WiFi Hotspot

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Head Unit Size

Internal Hard Drive

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Infotainment Screen Size

15 inch

10.25 inch

Gesture Control

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Display

Touch-screen Display

Wireless Charger

iPod Compatibility

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Touchscreen Size

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10.25 inch

Smart Connectivity

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

Heads Up Display (HUD)

Door Ajar Warning

Low Fuel Level Warning

Tachometer

Digital

Distance to Empty

Average Speed

Gear Indicator

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Trip Meter

2 Trips Electronic

Average Fuel Consumption

Clock

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Digital

Instantaneous Fuel Consumption

Instrument Cluster Screen Type

Digital

Shift Indicator

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Dynamic

Adjustable Cluster Brightness

Instantaneous Consumption

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Instrument Cluster

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Digital

Warranty (In Kilometres)

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Unlimited

Warranty (In Years)

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Battery Warranty (In Years)

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Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)

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Cooled Glovebox

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Third Row Cup Holders

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Cup Holders Position

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Front & Second Row

Sunglass Holder

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Driver Armrest Storage

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Cup Holders

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Front & Rear

Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones

Automatic Climate Control: Three Zone

Automatic Climate Control: Dual Zone

Cabin Boot Access

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Keyless Start/ Button Start

Front AC

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Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

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Heater

Parking Assist

360 Degree Camera

Automatic Parking

Electronic Parking Brake

Auto Hold

Air Purifier

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Anti-glare Mirrors

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Electronic - Internal & Driver Door

Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors

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Driver & Co-Driver

Rear AC

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Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear

Steering Adjustment

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Tilt & Telescopic

12V Power Outlets

Heated/Cooled Cup Holders

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Third Row AC Zone

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Cruise Control

Adaptive

Air Conditioner

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Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)

Fog Lights

Halogen

LED

Ambient Interior Lighting

Multi-colour

Cornering Headlights

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Cabin Lamps Position

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Front And Rear

Glovebox Lamp

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Light on Vanity Mirrors

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Co-Driver Only

Taillights

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LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED

Automatic Headlamps

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Headlights

LED

Headlight Height Adjuster

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Reading Lamp

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Puddle Lamps

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Follow Me Home Headlamps

Rear Reading Lamp

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Ambient Interior Count

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Cabin Lamps

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Front And Rear

Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)

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Limited Slip Differential (LSD)

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Brake Assist (BA)

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Hill Hold Control

Four-Wheel-Drive

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Ride Height Adjustment

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Differential Lock

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Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

Hill Descent Control

Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

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GLA Comparison with similar cars

Mercedes-Benz GLA

51.80 Lakh

V/S

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA35

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.