Audi Q3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA (2026)
Audi Q3 (₹43.67 Lakh – ₹53.00 Lakh) and Mercedes-Benz GLA (₹51.80 Lakh – ₹55.00 Lakh) go head-to-head in the luxury suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Audi Q3 is more affordable — it starts ₹8.13 Lakh lower than the Mercedes-Benz GLA.
- The Audi Q3 has the bigger boot: 530 litres vs 425 litres.
Specification Comparison
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Audi Q3 in short
The Q3 is Audi's entry SUV in India and currently the cheapest German luxury SUV on sale, spanning ₹43.67–53.00 lakh across three variants — all with a 190 PS 2.0L TFSI petrol and quattro all-wheel drive standard, a combination no rival matches at this price. This is the 2022 second-generation car in its runout phase: the all-new third-generation Q3 launches in India on October 16, 2026. Rivals are the BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Full Q3 prices & variants →Mercedes-Benz GLA in short
The GLA is the entry point to Mercedes-Benz SUV ownership in India, priced ₹51.80–55.00 lakh across three variants. The 2024 facelift carries a 163 PS 1.3L turbo-petrol (GLA 200) or a 190 PS 2.0L diesel with 4MATIC all-wheel drive (GLA 220d), both with dual-clutch automatics. It is the only car in its class to pair a diesel with AWD, and its 425-litre boot is usable for the footprint. Rivals are the BMW X1, Audi Q3 and Volvo XC40.
Full GLA prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Q3 or GLA?
The Audi Q3 is more affordable — it starts ₹8.13 Lakh lower than the Mercedes-Benz GLA. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
Q3 vs GLA — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Audi Q3 — not yet tested; Mercedes-Benz GLA — not yet tested.
Should I buy the Q3 or the GLA?
The Audi Q3 is more affordable — it starts ₹8.13 Lakh lower than the Mercedes-Benz GLA. The Audi Q3 has the bigger boot: 530 litres vs 425 litres. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.