Mercedes-AMG GLA35 vs BMW X1 Comparison

    Mercedes-AMG GLA35

    BMW X1

    2024 Mercedes-AMG
    GLA35
    vs
    2024 BMW
    X1
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv small category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.5.
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    8.3
    0.0
    Based on the Mercedes-AMG GLA35
    Based on the BMW X1 M35i xDRIVE
    Best suitable for...
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    City drivingCity driving
    LuxuryLuxury
    Fuel Efficiency
    51L
    459 to 490 km
    54L
    351 to 421 km
    Warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $97,700 - $120,370
    $60,400 - $90,900
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    CarExpert's Take

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    Scott Collie
    Contributor
    Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Grown-up, spacious interior
    • Packs a punch in a straight line
    • Interior tech is mostly excellent
    Misses
    • Big price jump over xDrive20i
    • Gets a bit busy over rough roads
    • Interior technology can still be fiddly

    Standard Features

    Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    Wireless phone charger
    Powered tailgate
    Rear air vents
    Adaptive cruise control
    Climate control
    Reversing sensors
    Reversing camera
    Autonomous emergency braking

    Optional Features

    • AMG Performance Pack (+$4,985)
    • Metallic Paint (+$1,490)
    • Metallic Paint Premium (+$1,990)
    • (AW21) AMG Multi-Spoke Matt Black (+$1,990)
    • Wood Grain Trim (+$590)
    • Individual Metallic Paint (+$2,500)
    • Metallic Paint (+$1,800)

    Colours Available

    The 2023 BMW X1 comes standard in non-metallic Alpine White, with a range of metallic finishes costing an extra $1800 or coming free as part of the Enhancement pack:

    • Black Sapphire
    • Phytonic Blue
    • M Portimao Blue
    • Sanremo Green
    • Cape York Green
    • Utah Orange

    BMW Individual Storm Bay is a $2500 option, or $700 if you specify your X1 with the Enhancement pack.

    Specs

    Type
    TURBO DIRECT F/INJTURBO DIRECT F/INJ
    Size (cc)
    19911499 - 1998
    Size (L)
    2.0L2.0L, 1.5L
    Induction
    TURBO 4TURBO 4, TURBO 3
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAMVARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    1612 - 16
    Power
    225kW - 310kW115kW - 233kW
    Power RPM
    5800 - 67504400 - 5750
    Torque
    400Nm - 500Nm230Nm - 400Nm
    Torque RPM
    3000 - 50001500 - 2000
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    -9.5 - 11

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