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BMW X1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA
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The BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA are the entry points into German premium SUV ownership in Malaysia, popular with buyers wanting a compact, prestigious crossover at the most accessible price in the range. Both pack a lot of badge into a small footprint.
The X1 offers a surprisingly spacious, practical cabin and BMW’s polished driving feel. The GLA leans more on coupe-SUV styling and Mercedes’ upscale interior ambience.
Bottom line: Pick the X1 for space and practicality; pick the GLA for style and cabin flair.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 250,800 | RM 258,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | 130 | 130 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,998 cc | 1,332 cc |
| Power | 201 hp | 161 hp |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Transmission | Steptronic Dual-clutch | 7G-DCT |
| Performance | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 s | 8.7 s |
| Top speed | 236 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Efficiency | ||
| Fuel economy | 7.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Electric range | — | — |
| CO2 | — | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,410 mm |
| Width | 1,845 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,642 mm | 1,611 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Boot | 476 L | 435 L |
| Fuel tank | 45 L | 43 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Front, front-side, rear | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | — |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 2 yrs | 4 yrs |
| Road tax / year | RM 439 | RM 100 |