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Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d
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Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d
Car A
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
BMW X3 xDrive20d
Car B
BMW X3 xDrive20d
A well-rounded diesel AWD SUV for growing families and road trips, pairing efficient consumption with usable space. Performance is adequate rather than sporty, and cargo capacity is good but not class-leading.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safetyAWD
Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 72 / 75
City 49 / 49
Budget / value 63 / 60
Road trip 51 / 61
Performance 29 / 33
Cargo 32 / 38
Practical 55 / 57
Premium 47 / 48
Winter 36 / 76

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d · Orange = BMW X3 xDrive20d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d BMW X3 xDrive20d
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Pros & cons

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

BMW X3 xDrive20d

  • Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km
  • AWD traction suits winter and mixed conditions
  • Seats 5 with a 550 L boot for family use and trips
  • Good value in its segment around the 45,000 price point

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d uses 5.4 L/100km vs 5.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick BMW X3 xDrive20d if…
All-wheel drive
BMW X3 xDrive20d's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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