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BMW 3 Series Touring vs Mercedes GLA – Which model is better for everyday use?
Two cars, one duel: BMW 3 Series Touring meets Mercedes GLA.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
3 Series Touring
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Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mercedes GLA has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38800 £, while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41100 £. That’s a price difference of around 2221 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 3 Series Touring manages with 2.50 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Mercedes GLA with 2.90 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.
As for range, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs distinct better – achieving up to 97 km, about 23 km more than the Mercedes GLA.
GLA
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Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Touring has a distinct edge – offering 550 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Mercedes GLA takes 4.30 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs barely noticeable better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Mercedes GLA tops out at 270 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 3 Series Touring pulls noticeable stronger with 700 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.
3 Series Touring
@ BMW Group Press
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes GLA is hardly perceptible lighter – 1570 kg compared to 1650 kg. The difference is around 80 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers a bit more room – 500 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1510 L, which is about 80 L more than the Mercedes GLA.
When it comes to payload, BMW 3 Series Touring minimal takes the win – 520 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
Who wins the race?
The BMW 3 Series Touring proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 3 Series Touring is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £41,100
@ BMW Group Press
BMW 3 Series Touring
BMW 3 Series Touring
The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.
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Mercedes GLA
The Mercedes GLA blends Mercedes style with compact crossover practicality, looking sharper than its size suggests while still feeling purposeful around town. Inside it serves up premium materials and tech-forward ergonomics, and the composed ride makes it an appealing pick for buyers who want luxury wrapped in a city-friendly package with a wink of adventurous spirit.
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BMW 3 Series Touring
Mercedes GLA
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41100 - 131100 £
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Price
38800 - 75300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
91 - 97 km
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Electric Range
74 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
57 - 238 g/km
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co2
66 - 216 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1650 - 2025 kg
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Curb weight
1570 - 1810 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
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Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
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Length
4713 - 4801 mm
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Length
4412 - 4443 mm
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Width
1827 - 1918 mm
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Width
1834 - 1849 mm
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Height
1440 - 1448 mm
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Height
1590 - 1616 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
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Payload
405 - 520 kg
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Payload
480 - 500 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 550 HP
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
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Max Speed
213 - 300 km/h
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Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
230 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 405 kW
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Is the BMW 3 Series Touring offered with different drivetrains?
The BMW 3 Series Touring is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.