2020 BMW X1 vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 BMW X1 and 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 BMW X1 and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA.
In comparing the 2020 BMW X1's and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA's specifications and ratings, the 2020 BMW X1 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2020 BMW X1's and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA's specifications and ratings, the 2020 BMW X1 is a better car than the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Pricing: A used 2020 BMW X1 ranges from $21,208 to $29,999 while a used 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA is priced between $20,991 to $30,976.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 BMW X1 loses 44.6 percent of its value and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA loses 42.1 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA retains 2.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 BMW X1.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X1 is 7.9 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLA's quality rating is 7.1 out of 10. This results in the BMW X1 being ranked 3 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLA being ranked 5 out of 13. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the BMW X1 is ranked 16 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA is ranked 30.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X1 is 7.2 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLA the reliability rating is 6.3 out of 10. This gives the BMW X1 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 BMW X1’s base engine makes 228 horsepower, and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA base engine makes 208 horsepower. The X1 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 531 miles. The GLA is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 503 miles.This gives the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 BMW X1 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the 2020 BMW X1 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings: The 2020 BMW X1 has an average safety rating of 4.88 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$35,200
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$33,831
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$23,200 - $42,650
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$34,250
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$33,831
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$23,200 - $42,650
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$25,922
Price Range:
$21,208 - $29,999
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$26,100
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$18,480 - $31,559
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
108
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
53,498
# Good or Great Deals:
34
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$26,031
Price Range:
$20,991 - $30,976
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$26,100
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$18,480 - $31,559
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
BMW X1 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.9 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
6.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 BMW X1
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
8.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
7.1 - 8.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
4.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
8.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
7.1 - 8.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
5.2%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
0.6 - 7.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
0.6 - 7.4
BMW X1 Rankings
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7 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 59Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
14 out of / 68Ranking
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59 out of / 68Mercedes-Benz GLA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
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3 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
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9 out of / 68Ranking
12 out of / 59Ranking
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52 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 BMW X1 Trim Levels
sDrive28i, xDrive28i
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA Trim Levels
GLA 250, GLA 250 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.88 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
208 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
386 / 531 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
355 / 503 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
27.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
128.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Cargo Space:
15.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
43.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
114.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3554 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
62.9 inches
Length:
175.5 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3296 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
60 inches
Length:
173.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/40R18
Exterior Colors
Beige
Jucaro Beige Metallic
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Mediterranean Blue Metallic / Misano Blue Metallic
Brown
Sparkling Brown Metallic
Gray
Mineral Grey Metallic / Storm Bay Metallic
Green
Dark Olive Metallic
Orange
Sunset Orange Metallic
Silver
Glacier Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Cosmos Black Metallic / Night Black
Blue
Denim Blue Metallic
Brown
Not available
Gray
designo Mountain Grey Magno Matte / Mountain Grey Metallic
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Silver
Iridium Silver Metallic
White
Polar White
Red
Jupiter Red
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black w/ Blue Highlight
Brown
Mocha
Gray
Oyster / Oyster/Black
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Brown
Nut Brown
Gray
Crystal Grey
Beige
Sahara Beige / Sahara Beige/Black
