The Mercedes-Benz GLA for 2021 offers upgrades that include a completely redesigned interior as well as several features for a smooth delivery of infotainment while on the go. The car’s base engine also holds bigger punch for a more enjoyable driving experience. For the BMW X1 2021, buyers can expect athletic handling that gets through corners and turns swiftly whereas internally, a range of intuitive features can be enjoyed. Learn more about what these two class rivals have to offer through our write-up below.
Design & Style
The Mercedes-Benz GLA has a cabin that offers plenty of room to spare for everyone onboard. It can seat up to five people with ample leg- and headroom to go around. Its seats are cushy enough to support farther distances which will leave travelers feeling relaxed upon reaching their destination. The car’s cabin evokes a sense of modernism with the aid of several premium materials that are high in quality.
The BMW X1 does not come with any space constraints whereas its seats are supple and can support up to five people. Its cabin is handsome and is covered in high-end materials that are soft to the touch. However, travelers are not to expect so much of a posh setting as there are still several hard plastics seen around its surfaces.
Technology & Safety
The Mercedes-Benz GLA comes loaded with technological advances that include Android and Apple platform sync, *Bluetooth®, 2 pairs of USB ports, an HD radio, 6 speakers, a touchpad control, and a 7-inch touchscreen. Safety aspect of the car is covered by tools like crosswind assist, vehicle exit warning, blind spot monitor, attentiveness monitor, auto emergency brakes, collision warning, and a rearview camera.
The BMW X1 is packed with a number of tech devices that range from Bluetooth®, 1 USB port, to 7 speakers, satellite radio, Apple CarPlay, and an 8.8-inch touchscreen. The safety component of the car is managed by features like a rearview camera, auto high beams, lane departure warning, parking sensors, auto emergency brakes, and collision warning.
Performance
The Mercedes-Benz GLA can easily generate 221 horsepower through a turbo four that returns a gas mileage of 25/34 mpg for city/highway.
The BMW X1 is a sporty vehicle that comes equipped with a 2L engine that makes 228 horsepower. Its fuel economy is rated at 24/33 mpg in city/highway.
The Bottom Line
The Mercedes-Benz GLA offers solid choices of powertrains for you to select from while its base engine is already muscular whereas its handling is adept and swift to keep everyone onboard safe and comfy. Its interior is just as spectacular with a great sense of luxury that creates a tranquil and supportive atmosphere regardless of distance. The BMW X1 is a close match that handles bends and turns smoothly but rides inside this car is not as firm as one would experience in the GLA.
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At Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown, we offer a wide variety of Mercedes-Benz models for you to choose from, including the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA Coupe and we are more than happy to arrange for a test drive so that you can experience the stellar features of this vehicle. Call us today to make an appointment or simply pay us a visit at our showroom today!
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