Audi Q3 50 TDI vs Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

Audi Q3 50 TDI

Suv · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

Suv · Diesel

Car A

Audi Q3 50 TDI

The Audi Q3 50 TDI pairs efficient diesel economy with AWD traction, making it well-suited to growing families and longer trips. It’s quick enough for everyday confidence and practical, but not built for performance driving or heavy cargo.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safetyAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

The Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d is a compact family car that leans on diesel efficiency and everyday usability, with enough power for confident commuting. It offers good value in its segment if you need seating for five and a usable 435-liter boot.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety5.4 L/100km

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 65 / 72

City 49 / 49

Budget / value 46 / 63

Road trip 60 / 51

Performance 32 / 29

Cargo 37 / 32

Practical 44 / 55

Premium 48 / 47

Winter 76 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi Q3 50 TDI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi Q3 50 TDI Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

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Pros & cons

Audi Q3 50 TDI

Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km combined, ideal for commuting and road trips
AWD traction adds confidence in winter and variable conditions
Practical five-seat layout with a 530 L trunk for family gear
Brisk 0–100 km/h in 6.3 s aids merging and overtakes
Not aimed at performance driving despite decent acceleration
530 L cargo area may be limiting for cargo-heavy use
Seats only five; no third-row option for larger families
Price of 44,400 may exceed tighter budgets

Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

Efficient for its class at 5.4 L/100 km, helping keep running costs down
190 hp and 400 Nm provide flexible performance for daily and highway use
Five seats and a 435 L trunk support family duties without fuss
At a price of 41,750, it represents good value in the compact segment
0–100 km/h in 8.2 s won’t satisfy performance-focused drivers
435 L cargo capacity may be tight for frequent cargo-heavy trips
Diesel powertrain may not align with buyers avoiding diesel engines
The 41,750 price may be high if you’re on a strict budget

Verdict

Pick Audi Q3 50 TDI if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Audi Q3 50 TDI is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi Q3 50 TDI

Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d

Verdict

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