BMW X1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

How does the BMW X1 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 X1BMW X1
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Mercedes-Benz GLAMercedes-Benz GLA
SpecBMW X1Mercedes-Benz GLA
Horsepower (max)312 hp354 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)5.4 s5.1 s
Top speed250 km/h250 km/h
Variants26
Body styleCompact SUVCompact SUV, electric + ICE
GenerationU11MMA Electric / H247 ICE
Production2022 – present2020 – present
Length4,500 mm4,410 mm
Width1,845 mm1,834 mm
Height1,642 mm1,611 mm
Wheelbase2,692 mm2,729 mm

BMW X1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA: common questions

Is the BMW X1 or Mercedes-Benz GLA faster?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 4.9s versus the BMW X1's 5.1s (0-100 km/h in 5.1s vs 5.4s).
Which has more horsepower, the BMW X1 or the Mercedes-Benz GLA?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA makes more power: 354 hp (264 kW) versus 312 hp (233 kW) for the BMW X1.
Is the BMW X1 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 X1 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA?
The BMW X1 is a compact 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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