BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA
When comparing the BMW X3's and the Mercedes-Benz GLA's specifications and ratings, the BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz GLA has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and resale value. Based on this comparison of the BMW X3's and the Mercedes-Benz GLA's specifications and ratings, the BMW X3 is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz GLA.
BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA Pricing
For a new model, the BMW X3's price is between $51,024 and $68,943, with the Mercedes-Benz GLA priced between $43,500 and $60,460.
BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW X3 loses 50.5 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz GLA loses 38.8 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz GLA retains 11.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X3.
BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X3 is 8.6 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLA's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the BMW X3 being ranked 4 out of 60 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLA being ranked 21 out of 60. Out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the BMW X3 is ranked 5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA is ranked 26.
BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X3 is 8.3 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLA the reliability rating is 6.3 out of 10. This gives the BMW X3 an advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X3’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLA base engine makes 221 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The BMW X3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$51,024 - $68,943
Used Asking Price:
$49,997 - $67,481
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$43,500 - $60,460
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
38.8%
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW X3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 27Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
4 out of / 60Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 60Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 67Ranking
13 out of / 27Ranking
14 out of / 60Ranking
16 out of / 60Ranking
17 out of / 60Ranking
19 out of / 67Ranking
20 out of / 67Ranking
21 out of / 67Ranking
21 out of / 60Ranking
22 out of / 67Ranking
22 out of / 67Ranking
22 out of / 55Ranking
23 out of / 60Ranking
23 out of / 60Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
42 out of / 67Ranking
44 out of / 60Mercedes-Benz GLA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 60Ranking
7 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 60Ranking
9 out of / 60Ranking
9 out of / 10Ranking
11 out of / 27Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 67Ranking
13 out of / 60Ranking
13 out of / 55Ranking
21 out of / 60Ranking
26 out of / 67Ranking
27 out of / 67Ranking
33 out of / 60Ranking
34 out of / 60Ranking
36 out of / 67Ranking
40 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW X3 Trim Levels
M40i, sDrive30i, xDrive30i
Mercedes-Benz GLA Trim Levels
AMG GLA 35, 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
221 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 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:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 499 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
28.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
62.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4079 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3605 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
63.5 inches
Length:
173.6 inches
Wheelbase:
107.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R18
