Mercedes GLA 2020 vs BMW X3 2021
| Comparing electrical vehicle (EV) with combustion engine (ICE) one is a complex task, but we are doing our best. | |||
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 1.3 Hybrid | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Hybrid engines (Mercedes GLA) offer better fuel economy and lower emissions than petrol engines, especially in city driving with frequent stops. Petrol (BMW X3) engines, however, are typically less expensive to buy and maintain, and offer more consistent performance on highways. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 218 HP | 170 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds | |
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Mercedes GLA is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes GLA engine produces 48 HP more power than BMW X3, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power Mercedes GLA reaches 100 km/h speed 2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Consumption: | 1.6 l/100km + 16.1 kWh/100km | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 litres | 65 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Mercedes GLA) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW X3) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 143 mm (5.6 inches) | 204 mm (8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW X3 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this BMW X3 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from seven 4x4 versions of BMW X3 2021 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.41 m | 4.71 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.90 m | |
| Height: | 1.61 m | 1.68 m | |
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Mercedes GLA is smaller. Mercedes GLA is 30 cm shorter than the BMW X3, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes GLA is 7 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 385 litres | 550 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1385 litres | 1600 litres | |
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BMW X3 has more luggage space. Mercedes GLA has 165 litres less trunk space than the BMW X3. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW X3 (by 215 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes GLA is 0.6 metres less than that of the BMW X3, which means Mercedes GLA can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`295 kg | 2`330 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`700 kg | 1`710 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 595 kg | 620 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 34 400 | 41 600 | |
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