BMW X1 2015 vs Mercedes GLA 2017
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 1.5 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 231 HP | 109 HP | |
| Torque: | 450 NM | 260 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds | |
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BMW X1 is more dynamic to drive. BMW X1 engine produces 122 HP more power than Mercedes GLA, whereas torque is 190 NM more than Mercedes GLA. Thanks to more power BMW X1 reaches 100 km/h speed 5.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.0 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 litres | 50 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
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BMW X1 has 4x4: This generation BMW has Haldex Generation V proactive automatic four-wheel drive system which sends 100% of the torque to the front wheels by default. The system analyzes input from the ABS and engine control units and can increase pressure on the multi-disc clutch for faster engagement when needed. When wheel spin is detected, torque can be split evenly between the axles (50%/50%). | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 14 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on BMW X2 | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Dacia Duster | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes GLA might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The BMW X1 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| BMW X1 2015 2.0 engine: A fairly reliable engine with a long service life. On the whole, the chains are more reliable than in the BMW N-series engines, but they also have a tendency to stretch under heavy use. The engine needs to be ... More about BMW X1 2015 2.0 engine Mercedes GLA 2017 1.5 engine: The engine has undergone numerous modifications and is relatively commonplace, with a plentiful supply of spare parts. It exhibits an optimal fuel consumption/power ratio. However, the fuel injection system ... More about Mercedes GLA 2017 1.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.44 m | 4.42 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.60 m | 1.49 m | |
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BMW X1 is larger. BMW X1 is 2 cm longer than the Mercedes GLA, 2 cm wider, while the height of BMW X1 is 10 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 505 litres | 421 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1550 litres | 1235 litres | |
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BMW X1 has more luggage capacity. BMW X1 has 84 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes GLA. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW X1 (by 315 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 11.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW X1 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Mercedes GLA, which means BMW X1 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`170 | 1`970 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 14 800 | 17 600 | |
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