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Mercedes-Benz GLA vs Volkswagen Golf GTI

200 vs 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic: side-by-side India matchup with full specs and features.

Same powertrain (ICE) Very close price band (1.7% gap) Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic is priced lower
Mercedes-Benz GLA

Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz GLA

200

₹51,79,865

SUV ICE
View 200 →
Volkswagen Golf GTI

Volkswagen

Volkswagen Golf GTI

2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic

₹50,90,900

Hatchback ICE
View 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic →
1.7% trim-price gap Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic is priced lower

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Price and classification for the selected trims

Spec
Mercedes-Benz GLA
Mercedes-Benz GLA 200
Volkswagen Golf GTI
Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic
Ex-showroom price ₹51,79,865 ₹50,90,900
Variant 200 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic
Brand Mercedes-Benz Volkswagen
Model GLA Golf GTI
Body type SUV Hatchback
Powertrain ICE ICE
Engine / battery 1332 cc 1984 cc
Transmission Automatic (DCT) Automatic (DCT)
Fuel type Petrol Petrol
Primary specs 1332 cc · Automatic (DCT) · Petrol 1984 cc · Automatic (DCT) · Petrol
Price difference Gap ₹88,965 · 1.7% Higher Lower

Full specifications

All published specs for these variants · differences highlighted

Specification Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic
Engine Performance
Mileage 15 Km / L Not specified
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Engine 1332 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC 1984 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Liquid Cooled
Max Power (bhp@rpm) 161 bhp @ 5500 rpm 261 bhp @ 5250-6500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm) 270 Nm @ 2000-4000 rpm 370 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm
Turbocharger/ Supercharger Turbocharged (Variable Geometry) Turbocharged
Emission Standard BS6 Phase 2 BS6 Phase 2
Top Speed 210 kmph Not specified
Acceleration 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds (claimed) 0-100 km/h in 5.9 seconds (claimed)
Engine Type Not specified 2.0L TSI (Turbocharged Stratified Injection)
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Drivetrain FWD FWD
Four-Wheel-Drive No Not specified
Suspension
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut with Transverse Control Arm, Coil Springs, Twin-tube Gas-filled Shock Absorbers, Stabiliser Bar Independent suspension with McPherson Struct
Rear Suspension Multilink, Coil Springs, Gas-filled Shock Absorbers, Stabiliser Bar Independent suspension by four-link axle
Capacity & Dimensions
Length *Width *Height 4412 mm * 1834 mm * 1616 mm 4289 mm * 1789 mm * 1471 mm
Wheelbase 2729 mm 2627 mm
Kerb Weight 1570 kg 1454 kg
Seating Capacity 5 Seats and 2 Rows 5 Seats and 2 Rows
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 litres 45 litres
Doors 5 Doors 5 Doors
Minimum Turning Radius 5.7 metres 5.45 metres
Ground Clearance 183 mm 136 mm (unladen)
Tyre & Wheels
Wheels Alloy Wheels Diamond-Cut Alloy Wheels
Front Tyres 235 / 50 R18 225 / 40 R18
Rear Tyres 235 / 50 R18 225 / 40 R18
Spare Wheel & Tyre Space Saver Not specified
Tyres Radial - Tubeless Tyres Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres
Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.)
Second Row Middle Seat Safety Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Brakes
Brakes Ventilated Disc (Front), Disc (Rear) Disc (Front & Rear)
Doors, Mirrors & Wipers
Interior Door Handles Finish Silver Chrome
Exterior Door Body Coloured Door Handles, Pull Handles Type Body Coloured Door Handles, Pull Handles Type
Inside Rear View Mirror (iRVM) Auto-Dimming Not specified
Storage
Bootspace 425 L 380 L
Seating & Ergonomics
Rear Passenger Seat Type Bench Bench
Infotainment & Entertainment
Voice Assistant Alexa Not specified
Input Methods Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), DVD Playback
Antenna Roof-Mounted Antenna Shark Fin Antenna
Instrument Cluster
Fuel Consumption Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty & Low Fuel Level Warning
Design & Styling
Wrappings Wrapped Steering Wheel Wrapped Steering Wheel
Scuff Plates Metallic Not specified
Exhaust Chrome Finish Chrome Finish
Overview
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Transmission Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Seating Capacity 5 Seats and 2 Rows 5 Seats and 2 Rows
Engine
Horsepower 161 bhp 261 bhp
Torque 270 Nm 370 Nm
Displacement 1332 cc 1984 cc
Dimensions
Boot Space 425 L 380 L
Dimensions (L x W x H) 4412 x 1834 x 1616 mm 4289 x 1789 x 1471 mm
Height 1616 mm 1471 mm
Length 4412 mm 4289 mm
Wheelbase 2729 mm 2627 mm
Width 1834 mm 1789 mm
Ground Clearance 183 mm 136 mm (unladen)
Wheels and Tyres
Recommended Tyre Pressure Not specified Front 33 psi · Rear 33 psi (cold)

Features & equipment

Present / absent across these trims · never invented

Feature Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic
Safety
Airbags Yes Yes
ABS Yes Yes
EBD Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Not available
Traction Control Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control Yes Yes
Hill Start Assist Yes Yes
Downhill Assist Control Not available Not available
Autonomous Emergency Braking Yes Not available
Blind Spot Monitor Yes Not available
ISOFIX Yes Yes
Immobilizer Yes Yes
Child Lock Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
NCAP Safety Rating Yes Yes
TPMS Yes Yes
Emergency Call Yes Not available
Tire Repair Kit Yes Not available
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Emergency Brake Light Flashing Yes Yes
Driver Attention Warning Not available Yes
Exterior
LED Headlights Not available Yes
Auto High Beam Yes Yes
Automatic Headlights Yes Yes
Headlight Height Adjuster Yes Yes
Roof Rails Yes Not available
Rain Sensing Wipers Yes Yes
Rear Wiper Yes Yes
Rear Spoiler Yes Yes
Rear Defogger Yes Not available
Follow Me Home Headlights Yes Yes
Body-Colored Bumpers Yes Yes
Body Kit Not available Not available
Infotainment
Touchscreen Display Yes Yes
Digital Instrument Cluster Yes Yes
Speakers 6+ Speakers 7 Speakers
Navigation Yes Yes
Voice Control Yes Yes
Wireless Charger Yes Yes
AM/FM Radio Yes Yes
Heads-Up Display Not available Not available
Amazon Alexa Yes Not available
Connected Services Yes Not available
OTA Updates Yes Not available
Gesture Control Not available Not available
Trip Meter Yes Yes
Gear Indicator Not available Yes
Comfort
Heater Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Not available
Push Button Start Yes Yes
Seat Material Yes Yes
Armrest Yes Yes
Steering Wheel Controls Yes Yes
Remote Engine Start Yes Not available
Cabin Boot Access Yes Yes
Cabin Air Purifier Not available Yes
Front Seatback Pockets Yes Not available
Headlight Ignition Reminder Yes Yes
Massage Seats Not available Not available

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