BMW iX vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

How does the BMW iX stack up against the Mercedes-Benz GLA? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

BMW iXBMW iX
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Mercedes-Benz GLAMercedes-Benz GLA
SpecBMW iXMercedes-Benz GLA
Horsepower (max)650 hp354 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.8 s5.1 s
Top speed250 km/h250 km/h
Variants36
Body styleLarge SUVCompact SUV, electric + ICE
GenerationI20MMA Electric / H247 ICE
Production2021 – present2020 – present
Length4,965 mm4,410 mm
Width1,970 mm1,834 mm
Height1,695 mm1,611 mm
Wheelbase3,000 mm2,729 mm

BMW iX vs Mercedes-Benz GLA: common questions

Is the BMW iX or Mercedes-Benz GLA faster?
The BMW iX is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.6s versus the Mercedes-Benz GLA's 4.9s (0-100 km/h in 3.8s vs 5.1s).
Which has more horsepower, the BMW iX or the Mercedes-Benz GLA?
The BMW iX makes more power: 650 hp (485 kW) versus 354 hp (264 kW) for the Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Is the BMW iX or Mercedes-Benz GLA faster on top speed?
Both cars top out at 155 mph (250 km/h).
What is the main difference between the BMW iX and the Mercedes-Benz GLA?
The BMW iX is a large suv, while the Mercedes-Benz GLA is a compact suv, electric + ice. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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