Comparing the Mercedes-Benz GLA and the Hyundai IONIQ5 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mercedes-Benz GLA is available at ₹4,999,000, while the Hyundai IONIQ5 is priced at ₹5,569,998. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.64 kmpl - ARAI for the Mercedes-Benz GLA versus 690 km per full charge for the Hyundai IONIQ5 . 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 kWh Liquid-cooled Lithium-ion battery |
| Displacement | 1332 cc / 1950 cc | — |
| Drive Type | FWD / 4MATIC AWD (220d) | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 1.3L M282 Turbo Petrol / 2.0L Diesel | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Electric |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed DCT | 1-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 15.64 kmpl - ARAI | 690 km per full charge |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 163 bhp (GLA 200) / 190 bhp (GLA 220d) | 229 PS (169 kW) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 250 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 350 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (7G-DCT / 8G-DCT) | Single-Speed Reduction Gear |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 84 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | 10% to 80% in 18 minutes |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Standard 800V ultra-fast charging architecture |
| Range | — | 690 km per full charge |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Smart system with paddle shifters and i-Pedal mode |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 435 Litres | 537 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2,430 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 200 mm | 163 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1590 kg | 1,985 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4410 mm / 1834 mm / 1611 mm | 4655 mm / 1890 mm / 1625 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2729 mm | 3000 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Standard Inside Rear View Mirror |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Dual-zone Auto with Touch Panel |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Display Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Distance Assist | Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go functionality |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | 8-way power front seats with lumbar support and "Relaxation" zero-gravity mode |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Dual 12.3-inch screens (Cluster + Touchscreen) with curved glass. |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - KEYLESS-GO | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | All-door Auto Up/Down with Anti-pinch |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | B-pillar mounted vents |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Leather (AMG) | Eco-processed Leather |
| Sound System | Burmester 9-Speaker | Bose Premium 8-speaker system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | Fixed Vision Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Multiple Type-C ports in front and rear |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Integrated with Bluelink and smartphone connectivity |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lights integrated into the pixel-themed front |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED High Performance Headlamps | Parametric Pixel LED Headlamps with Automatic leveling |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically heated, adjustable, and retractable with integrated LED indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Parametric Pixel LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/50 R18 | 255/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch Parametric Pixel Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteMountain GreyCosmos BlackIridium Silver | Midnight Black Pearl | Gravity Gold Matte | Optic White | Titan Grey | |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.2 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
