Mercedes GLA vs Audi Q3 (2021) Most amazing luxury subcompact SUVs. gla vs q3. (Review)

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Mercedes GLA vs Audi Q3 (2021) Most amazing luxury subcompact SUVs. gla vs q3. (Review)

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA.
MSRP: From $36,230.
2.0-liter turbo inline-4
221 Horsepower.
258 pound-feet of torque
0-60 in 6.7 Seconds

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class (Review)

After impressive updates to its small sedans and larger SUVs, Mercedes-Benz has finally gotten around to redesigning its extra-small SUV, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA. The new GLA's looks bring it in line with the newest generation of M-B products, but the new face covers big changes. For starters, the next-generation GLA is taller and more SUV-like than the crossover we're familiar with. That's very deliberate, and now that the GLA is no longer an off-road-stanced hatchback masquerading as a crossover, it's a more convincing SUV in both shape and market positioning.

This second-generation GLA shares its underpinnings with the current A-Class sedan, and just as the new A-Class puts the last generation to shame, the new GLA should make a similar leap in technology and quality. Beyond the added height, the 2021 GLA offers all of Mercedes' latest technology features. The MBUX infotainment system, with its two available 10.25-inch screens and "Hey, Mercedes" voice assistant, is available along with a full suite of advanced driver aids and active safety features.

With its current range of compact models, Mercedes-Benz has moved its interior game ahead remarkably. MBUX (more formally known as Mercedes-Benz User Experience) screens dominate the interior. They can be as small as two 7-inch displays, but few GLAs are likely to leave the factory without the optional 10.25-inch displays that span a sizable portion of the dashboard in front of the driver.

The 2021 GLA is notably more comfortable inside as a result of the dimensional revisions, but not all the numbers have trended upwards. In fact, while rear legroom has increased significantly thanks to the new, more upright seating, rear headroom shrunk, but only by about a quarter of an inch.

With the new GLB above it set to fight with the BMW X1 and the Audi Q3, the GLA can focus on the BMW X2, Cadillac XT4, Lexus UX and Volvo XC40 as well as innumerable SUV/compact crossover models without premium badges or the elevated pricing that comes with them. (Audi isn't offering its Q2 rival in the U.S.) The performance-minded AMG GLA 35 will duke it out with the X2 M35i, while the AMG GLA 45 stands alone as the super-sporty small SUV. All the MBUX functionality is controlled by small touch buttons on the steering wheel, a transmission tunnel-mounted touchpad via the central touchscreen itself, or by saying "Hey Mercedes" and speaking commands.

While Europe and elsewhere will have a choice of powerplants, the GLA will only be available in the U.S. with a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, albeit in three states of tune. The standard vehicle, the GLA 250, produces 221 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. This setup, Mercedes says, will enable a base front-wheel-drive GLA 250 to cover 0-60 mph in 8.6 seconds.

The new AMG GLA 35 ups the output to 302 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. Power is routed to all four wheels for an estimated 0-60 mph time of 5.0 seconds.

If you want your hot crossover even hotter, there's also the AMG GLA 45. The turbo-four now produces 382 hp and 354 lb-ft of torque, which Mercedes says is good for a 0-60 mph sprint of 4.3 seconds. For those keeping track at home, that's only half a second slower than the V8-powered AMG C 63 sedan.


2020 Audi Q3.
MSRP :From $34,700.
2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4.
228 Horsepower.
258 pound-feet of torque.
0-60 in 7.0 Seconds.


2020 Audi Q3 (Review)

Looking for an affordable way to get a new Audi? The 2020 Q3 is a good way to go. It's not a particularly powerful SUV, but it's feature-packed and gives off a luxurious enough vibe.

Those competitors include the BMW X1, the Mercedes-Benz GLB and the Volvo XC40. All are compelling rivals and offer certain advantages, such as sportier performance from the BMW or roomier seating from the GLB. Overall, though, the Q3 should easily satisfy.

The 2020 Q3 is offered in three trims: Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige. All Q3 models are powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (228 horsepower, 258 lb-ft of torque). It's paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is standard.

The Premium trim's feature highlights start with LED headlights, a power liftgate, three-zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery, heated front seats, an 8.8-inch touchscreen, and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smartphone integration. Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking is also included.


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