BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BMW X3 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp. and IC Star Automotive, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: BMW AG (bmw.com.au), via bmw.com.au.
BMW X3
20 xDrive xLine variant
- SRP
- ₱3,998,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱69,573
Photo: Mercedes-Benz Philippines (IC Star Automotive, Inc.), via mercedes-benz.ph.
Mercedes-Benz GLA
GLA 200 AMG Line variant
- SRP
- ₱4,190,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱72,914
How they differ
- The BMW X3 is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱3,998,000, which is ₱192,000 (5%) below the Mercedes-Benz GLA at ₱4,190,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the X3 is estimated at ₱69,573 a month against ₱72,914 for the GLA, a difference of ₱3,341 a month.
- The X3 makes more power (208 PS against 163.2 PS for the GLA).
- The X3 has more torque (330 Nm against 270 Nm for the GLA).
- The X3 has the larger engine (1,998 cc against 1,332 cc for the GLA).
- The X3 is the longer vehicle (4,755 mm against 4,412 mm for the GLA).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BMW X320 xDrive xLine, ₱3,998,000 | Mercedes-Benz GLAGLA 200 AMG Line, ₱4,190,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 2.0L TwinPower Turbo inline-4 petrol, 48V mild hybrid | 1.33L turbocharged inline-4 petrol |
| Displacement (differs) | 1998 cc | 1332 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 208 PS | 163.2 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 5500 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 330 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | n/a | 2,000-3,500 |
| Fuel economy (differs) | n/a | 13.7 km/L |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 8-speed automatic | 7G-DCT 7-speed dual-clutch |
| Drivetrain (differs) | All-wheel drive (xDrive) | n/a |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4755 mm | 4412 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1920 mm | 1834 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1660 mm | 1616 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2865 mm | 2729 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | n/a | 1570 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 5 | n/a |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 65 L | n/a |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 570 L | n/a |
| Payload (differs) | n/a | 500 kg |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Wheels (differs) | n/a | 19-inch AMG 5-twin-spoke alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | n/a | ABS with Brake Assist (BAS) |
| Driver assistance (differs) | n/a | Active Brake Assist, Active Parking Assist with PARKTRONIC, reversing camera |
| Stability control (differs) | n/a | Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Acceleration Slip Regulation |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | n/a | MBUX with 10.25-inch touchscreen |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | n/a | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | n/a | Digital instrument display |
| Headlight (differs) | n/a | LED High Performance |
| Other features (differs) | n/a | Airbags: two-stage front, window (curtain) and driver knee listed; THERMOTRONIC 2-zone climate control; electric front seats with memory |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | n/a | 3 years |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.