Mercedes Benz GLA-Class vs Volkswagen Tiguan Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	Comfortable ride Peppy and responsive engine Spacious cabin Read More	Premium appeal in and out Good driving dynamics  Read More
Things we don't like	Interior lacks elegance More expensive than rivals Limited cargo space Read More	Not a hardcore SUV Slightly pricey Read More

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	435 L	615 L
Rear Tread	1606 mm	1571 mm
Length	4410 mm	4486 mm
Width	2020 mm	1839 mm
Height	1611 mm	1648 mm
No Of Doors	5	5
Seating Capacity	5 Seats	5 Seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	--	60 L
Front Tread	--	1569 mm
Kerb Weight	--	1450 kg
Wheel Base	--	2681 mm
Turning Radius	--	6.0 m

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Engine Details

Engine	1.3L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve	1.4 TSI Petrol 4-Cylinder Engine Turbocharged
No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	--	Direct Injection
Valve Configuration	--	DOHC
Compression Ratio	--	10.5:1
Emission Norm Compliance	--	Euro 4

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Performance

Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine Displacement	1332 cc	1395 cc
Power	163 hp	148 hp
Torque	250 Nm	250 Nm
Acceleration	8.7 s	--
Top Speed	210 kmph	--

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Steering

Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type	Electric Power	Electric Power
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Discs
Front Suspension	Comfort Suspension	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Comfort Suspension	Multi-Link

Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gear Box	7-Speed	6-Speed
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	No	Yes
Drive Type	--	AWD

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size	18 Inch	--
Tyre Size	235/50 R18	--
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R18	--
Spare Tyre Material	Alloy	--

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Safety

Advance Safety Feature	Lane Keep Assist Lane Keep Assist	Hill Hold Control, Automatic Post-Collision Braking System, Intelligent Crash Response System Hill Hold Control, Automatic Post-Collision Braking System, Intelligent Crash Response System
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Curtain Airbags	Yes	--
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Knee Airbags	Yes	--
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	--
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Rear Parking Sensors	Yes	--
Rear Camera	Yes	--
Park Assist	Yes	--
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Blind Spot monitor	Yes	--
Lane Departure Warning System	No	--
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	No	--
Speed Sensing Door Locks	Yes	--
Vehicle Stability Control System	--	Yes

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Security

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	No	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Rear Seats	No	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	--
Central Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	--
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	--
Follow Me Home Headlamps	No	Yes
Memory Seats	Yes	--
Head-Up Display	No	--
Wireless Charger	Yes	--
Cup Holders-Rear	--	Yes
Vanity Mirror	--	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size	10.25 Inch 10.25 Inch	--
Apple Carplay/Android Auto	Yes	--
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	No	Yes
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
CD Player	--	Yes
Voice Control	--	Yes
Additional Features	--	MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto Compatible MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto Compatible

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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes

Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	--
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	No	No
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	No	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	No
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Seat Upholstery	Leather Leather	--
Heated Seats - Front	--	No

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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	--
Daytime Running Lights	LED LED	--
Taillight Type	LED LED	--
Headlamps Washer	No	--
Fog Lights Front	Yes	Yes
Roof Carrier	No	No
Roof Rail	Yes	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	--	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	--	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	--	Yes
Fog Lights Rear	--	Yes
Rear Spoiler	--	Yes
Sun Roof	--	No
Tinted Glass	--	Yes
Chrome Grille	--	Yes
Additional Features	--	MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto Compatible MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto Compatible

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Miscellaneous

Driving Experience Control Eco	--	No
Chrome Garnish	--	Yes

Interior

Adjustable Headrest	Yes	--
Ambient Light	Yes	--
Sun Visors	Yes	--