Comparing the BYD eMax 7 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 BYD eMax 7 is available at ₹2,699,000, while the Mercedes-Benz GLA is priced at ₹4,999,000. On the engine front, the BYD eMax 7 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLA's 1332 cc / 1950 cc, producing 201 bhp 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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| Battery | Blade LFP 71.8 kWh Battery | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1332 cc / 1950 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | 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 | 201 bhp | 163 bhp (GLA 200) / 190 bhp (GLA 220d) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 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 | 71.8 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~40 min (10-80%) | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC (100 kW) | — |
| Range | 420 km - ARAI (est.) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 180 Litres (all rows up) | 435 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 175 mm | 200 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2100 kg | 1590 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4890 mm / 1810 mm / 1715 mm | 4410 mm / 1834 mm / 1611 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 2729 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.8-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Active Distance Assist |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row | Yes - Driver |
| Infotainment System | 15.6-inch Rotating Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - KEYLESS-GO |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual 2nd & 3rd Row | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - Captain Seats (2nd row) | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette / Leather | MB-Tex / Leather (AMG) |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Burmester 9-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - V2L + USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | 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 | LED Headlamps | LED High Performance Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/55 R17 | 235/50 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | 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 |
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| Color Options | Crystal WhiteCosmos BlackHarbour GreyQuartz Blue | Polar WhiteMountain GreyCosmos BlackIridium Silver |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
