Comparing the BMW i5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW i5 is available at ₹8,999,000, while the Mercedes-Benz GLA is priced at ₹4,999,000. On the engine front, the BMW i5 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLA's 1332 cc / 1950 cc, producing 340 bhp (i5 eDrive40) / 601 bhp (i5 M60 xDrive) and 163 bhp (GLA 200) / 190 bhp (GLA 220d) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 84.3 kWh NMC (6th gen) | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1332 cc / 1950 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD (eDrive40) / xDrive AWD (M60) | FWD / 4MATIC AWD (220d) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 1.3L M282 Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 51 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | — | 15.64 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 340 bhp (i5 eDrive40) / 601 bhp (i5 M60 xDrive) | 163 bhp (GLA 200) / 190 bhp (GLA 220d) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 430 Nm (eDrive40) / 820 Nm (M60) | 250 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (7G-DCT / 8G-DCT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 84.3 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~30 min (10-80%) / AC: ~8.5 hours | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC (205 kW) | — |
| Range | 582 km - WLTP (eDrive40) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - Adaptive Regen | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 435 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 2100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 200 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2265 kg | 1590 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1515 mm | 4410 mm / 1834 mm / 1611 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2729 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (Active Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Panoramic Curved Display | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Extended Traffic Jam Assist + Active Lane Change | Yes - Active Distance Assist |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory + Massage) | Yes - Driver |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus | Yes - KEYLESS-GO |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Merino Leather | MB-Tex / Leather (AMG) |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker / Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | Burmester 9-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - Hey Mercedes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Laserlight Headlamps | LED High Performance Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R19 (front) / 275/40 R19 (rear) | 235/50 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes - ESP |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireCarbon BlackPhytonic BlueSkyscraper GreyFire Red metallicCape York Green metallic | Polar WhiteMountain GreyCosmos BlackIridium Silver |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
