Audi Q3 VS Mercedes GLA comparison review //Which SUV for you?
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This is a Motormouth couple car comparison of the Audi Q3 and Mercedes'Benz GLA. Both of these new SUVs are the latest entries in the small luxury utility space. Both the Audi Q3 small crossover and Mercedes GLA SUV have 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine. They both produce 258lb.-ft. of torque but the Q3 has 228hp and the GLA 221hp. A big difference between these two small luxury SUVs is the Mercedes-Benz requires premium gasoline and the Q3 runs on regular. Both the Audi Q3 and Mercedes GLA come with an 8-speed automatic and standard AWD. The Q3 comes standard with an 8.8” touchscreen and a 10.25-inch driver display, the GLA has a 7-inch touchscreen and driver display. A 10.1-inch touchscreen along with a 12.3-inch driver display is available on the Q3 Technik trim and a 10.25-inch touchscreen and driver display on the GLA with the premium package for $3,600. Both have user-friendly infotainment tech and have a good balance of comfort and agility, as well as, an excellent turning radius. The interior on the GLA is stylish and sophisticated, the Audi, clean, simple and modern, they are both very different, but well done. The GLA wins on fuel economy getting 9.8L/100km in the city & 7.1L on the highway. The Q3 gets 12.3L/100km in the city, 8.6L on the highway. Keep in mind, the Q3 runs on cheaper regular fuel. Both of these new small luxury utilities are fantastic and deliver a great ride, fun handling and upscale interior.
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Test drove both, ended up with the Audi, much more value for the money, the price on the Mercedes shoots up really fast once you start adding options that you would want in that type of car, and in my opinion the Audi looks better on the outside, handles great in dynamic mode, but I have to say that the GLA’s interior is second to none.
I agree with all of your points. Enjoy your Q3!
@@andreaspencer9813 thanks, and keep up the good work!
It's the GLA for me; better looking inside and out and the premium gas requirement is largely offset by the markedly better fuel economy compared to the Q3, so it's not a big issue for me. Great review as always guys, keep it up!
Thank you so much, glad you enjoyed it.
Both these cars are so well packed with tech. GLA for me.
Man.... You two are killing it. Fantastic reviews and Andrea has really blossomed into a connoisseur. Great job guys!
Thank you so much, really glad to hear you are enjoying the reviews. Thanks for the positive feedback, much appreciated.
I brought the 2021 GLA AMG line and it is amazing. I had a 2016 GLA and the new one is amazing. Love it.
The GLA runs on premium gas but gets better mileage. AAA says premium gas costs about $3.10 while regular costs about $2.50 in the US right now. Based on the city mileage you indicated, it would cost about $39.27 to drive the Audi Q3 300 miles while the Mercedes GLA would cost about $38.75. Based on the highway mileage, the Audi Q3 would cost about $27.37 to drive 300 miles while the Mercedes GLA would cost about $28.18. I don't think you should be emphasizing how much you like buying regular gas when the actual fuel costs are very similar. I think anyone that buys these vehicles will be very happy with their purchases!
Lets talk about those gas prices now. Also it's close to a dollar more a gallon in Canada and even more in Europe
@@ericwalkr910 The difference in price is the same here in the US as it was 8 months ago when I made this comment. It still isn't enough to pick one over the other. If it is, go with the Prius instead.
I like the Q3 exterior but the GLA interior. I have an 17-SQ5 and love the performance of the supercharged V6. Wish they had an SQ3.
Yes, no SQ3 here. I agree, too bad.
Was comparing between the two and had the se feeling. Q3 just gives you a cheap plastic feeling even if you got all the options checked.
@@davidl0820 Benz gives you the look of more premium but a lot of it is still plastic like the Lexus UX. Look closely in the video lol. A lot of the trims on the door lower console is all plastic they just tried to hide it by having fake carbon fibre pieces and darker plastic. While Audi doesn't try to hide it that obviously with a lighter plastic color lol. But then again GLA is more expensive than the Audi even on a top trim comparison. The highest value trim on the Benz is 56K without taxes. Audi you can be had at 48K now as the prices all gone up. So take your pick, more or less expensive.
I am on my 3rd GLA and they have all been great cars
Just about to part exchange for the EQA all electric new model
The test drive was very convincing and retains the same feel as the GLA with great updates on the features
Looking at the Q3 today. Thanks for your review!
Great comparison, I really enjoyed it. Keep up the great work, you guys are putting out some excellent content. Looking beautiful Drea as always 👌
Thank you very much! So glad you enjoyed it. :)
Thanks for nicely put together video, the best I have come across online... Appreciate it is not to list down every difference, but a key features in the Q3 is that the Driver assistance (parking, lane assist, blindspot) package in the basic model are much better compared to its Mercedes GLA. That is a huge factor especially when you are doing long drives.
Glad it was helpful! - Andrea
Great review as always guys, keep it up!
Great video guys. I'm in the UK and currently have a GLA 2019 model. Which I must admit I love. But I will be changing my car later this year. I have been agonising between these two and was delighted to see your comparison. However I am still on the fence. Two great cars. I might just have to toss a coin 😂
This is fantastic, I’ve been looking at these two and as much as I’m loving the look and interior of the gla, I’m with you, I need the console shift. I don’t know, I feel I’m more in control, I’ve driven stick almost all my life and I would feel so strange without the shift on the console to hold on to
Both cars are simply spectacular! Choosing one over the other comes down to personal preferences. Great review!
I couldn't agree more! Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much for this comparison review. It really helped me a lot!!
Wonderful, thank you!
Trying to decide on new suv
Thank you 😊
Oh tough choice!! I would pick q3 because of its classic looking car and it’s use regular gas. I love GLA’s touchscreen is awesome!
I agree the touchscreen is beautiful, but regular gas makes a difference when it comes to the wallet.
Calgary - huge spread between regular and premium gas and getting worse.
The Q3 gets its ability to explore from an advanced TFSI engine. With direct injection, the turbocharged 2.0L comes in two variants for 2021. A 184 HP or a more potent 228 HP version, giving the Q3 the efficiency and power to take you anywhere.
The guy in the benz showroom told me the gla could take regular gas and “once a month do premium gas,” but my friend’s dad is a mechanic at Mercedes and told her premium
Believe it or not, I have been stuck between the 2 for some time now and there aren’t thorough comparison on YT just yet. Well done and much appreciated for this video 👌🏽
Which one are you leaning toward?
I got q3
Wish you guys would have the cars side by side the entire time, instead of different clips, and titles flashing on screen.
Helped me buy my car when the dealership pulled up the other car I was considering, unlucky for them I chose the competition 🤣
Never thought of the Q3, just purchased the 2022 GLA 250 4Matic with all of the packages. Expensive, yes but I think still a better vehicle. You didn't mention the different drives in the GLA, sport, ECO etc. This feature really changes the way the vehicle handles. Nice comparison video.
I had a Q3 Progressiv for a week while my car was in for some paint correction. I far prefer my A3 Technik (500 lbs lighter, lower, same engine, better transmission) for handling and acceleration, but otherwise the Q3 is awesome. Audi ❤️ Great review guys! 👍
Thank you, glad you liked the comparison video. Enjoy your Q3, wonderful vehicle.
We drove both and it was a tough choice. Regular gas appealed but with our two-driver family, absence of (and no option at any price) memory seats & mirrors was a big negative. Our second drive was the GLA and the difference was immediately obvious. The Audi felt like an upgraded VW. The MB was a true luxury vehicle experience - ride, handling, interior comfort and finish, MBUx - and worth the extra cost. Our GLA is on order for delivery next month so it won’t be long before I know if there are any disappointments or if I miss the console shifter beyond the first couple of days.
Well done, you are going to love it
I agree. I was upgrading from a 2015 Jetta and test drove the Q3 first. I was sad driving home from the test drive as I was bummed by how underwhelming it was. My Jetta engine had so much more power than the Q3. Also the interior of the Q3 felt all like cheap plastic (even the Audi emblem was plastic...).
I ended up with a GLA 250. The difference in the engine is striking. You are absolutely right, the MB is a true luxury vehicle. I wish the Audi Q3 as I really wanted that one....
Overall I would say the GLA is more elegant and refined but just my two cents.
Super helpful- thank you
Yay another Motormouth comparison!
Can’t really go wrong with these two, but they’re pricey.
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!
Happy to be featured at 8:20
Thanks Andrea and Zack.
Our pleasure, thanks for participating and leaving such a great comment.
Great comparison video
Thank you, glad you liked it!
I'm one of those people who was super accustomed to the console shifter--of course, I learned how to drive with one! Naturally, it was a tough adjustment getting my head around the shifter (driving when you wanna reverse, reversing when you wanna drive). Fortunately, it was a fairly quick adjustment. Now I love all the space in the GLA to lean or relax or place items on the center console, haha.
Oh that's great, thanks for your feedback!
Actually what’s a console shifter? And how to use it?
Great video guys as usual, I hope you get to review the new Armada from Nissan any time soon.
We will!
This is a tough one. We currently own a Audi S3, which I love, but the GLA interior and exterior styling is speaking to me more here. I like the fact that the Q3 only needs regular grade fuel, but that’s not a deal breaker as we don’t drive much (retired). Hmmm...Tough to choose between these two, and we also have the 2021 Jaguar E-Pace and the Volvo XC40 on our shopping list.
Yes, the XC40 is another great vehicle. We are filming the Volvo XC40 Recharge this week. Review will be out next Saturday.
This Vs reviews are so helpful. And I think I'm narrowing down to exactly these 2 to decide. My only cons with Q3 are the remote start (heard Audi doesn't have it and I need aftermarket mod) and the control panel (volume button is so randomly placed).
But the GLA 250 can become expensive with the standard features that Q3 have already.
Audi Q3 does have remote start, just not sure which packages include it. Went to the dealership today and a 2021 Q3 Technik fully loaded, advanced driver assistance, black optics package, and I believe premium plus.
Just tap the lock button on the key 3 times and it starts.
Yes Q3 doesn’t have a remote start.
It would be great to see a refreshed 2021 Q5 vs 2021 X3
Yes, we are getting a Q5 soon and working on getting an X3. We'll do a separate review of both and a comparison.
Excellent review. I prefer the MB, but the vehicles are very close. Mileage is the same if Audi used premium. MB looks better and has a softer ride. Audi drives much better and with more features likely safer.
I booked the Q3 2021in my home country based in your review we have to option only the advanced and the s line
You two work well together like the video slightly different in the UK specs etc
Feel like we get less in the UK for higher costs.
Great idea to do a comparison as buyers will likely cross-shop these two vehicles.
Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed it!
What you are testing out is Q3 SUV and not the Sportsback version right? I am keen on how much difference do both Q3 SUV & Q3 Sportsback have?
Definitely the Q3
I’ve been seeing a bunch in Toronto. Pretty popular now.
Yes, I see a lot on the road as well in Vancouver.
Great video. Is audi long term quality on par with the Benz or BMW?
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. Yes, I think so, we owned an A7 and it was fabulous.
They are both different cars with their different pros and cons. Overall, they are both great cars that are worth the money.
First time watching you guys. Great videos. Really enjoyed it.
Thanks for watching!
I love my Q3
I would pick the Q3, but I would jazz it up to a higher trim, with the black optics package. I do like the MBUX display screen In the Mercedes better. I would have to drive them both to make a final decision.
Yes, absolutely, drive is so important. I am with you, jazz up the Q3, it looks great!
Great review, these are exactly what we are deciding between! I think the Q3 has the edge though : )
Excellent, glad you enjoyed it. Good luck with your purchase!
Both are great so don't worry what car to get in terms of specs or numbers, it's more about the style at that point
Q3 gets my vote! Awesome video both of you
Thank you so much, really glad you enjoyed it.
If premium fuel is 20% more expensive but the Q3 gets 29% worse fuel economy don’t they cancel out. You mention the advantage of regular fuel several times.
I agree, not a lot of people consider this, and some times just flat out ignore it when I bring it up. Lexus fans are really bad for this, nothing is better than a new lexus with a 20 year old v6 that drinks 14 L of premium fuel that is slower than a German 4 cylinder that uses 9L….
Geeze, and here I am stuck deciding between a 1975 Datsun B210 or 1981 Toyota Corolla (missing a tire) both for around $500.
Drove them both this weekend and liked them both. Comes down to the GLA is just more refined than the Q3. If Audi can make the dash a little less VW it would sell a ton of the Q3. We're buying the GLA.
This is my thought exactly !
Actually the dash is very similar to the Q7. I would expect the next Q5 to also lose the tablet sitting on top of the dash look as well. Most reviewers note this is a much nicer looking interior. But of course, aesthetic's are always a personal choice. By the way, I think Audi is selling a ton onf the Q3's.
The thing is Audi is selling a ton of Q3 lol. Its their 2nd best seller after the larger brother Q5. Q3 is modelled after the the redesigned Q8, which is why every reviewer really liked the looks of it cause its a baby Q8.
Love Audi Q3
This was a great idea for a ‘regular’ segment. It works. As for these compact sort roaders ...Both appear to be impressive in their category. Which one do I prefer? It would absolutely, exclusively come down to the Test-Drive (size, ride, drive, visibility, ergonomic and touch). Either would be a blessing. Thanks for the video.
Compact SOFT roader. (Autocorrect).
Thank you, really glad you like our regular comparison segment. Certainly helps consumers who are trying to decide between two vehicles. Thanks for watching!
Zac...It doesn't take years to save money with the regular gas. You save from the first time you fill up. I think there should be "real" mpg figures based on whether a car requires premium or regular gas. After all, premium is 20-30 percent more expensive and therefore you can drive further per dollar with a car that doesn't require premium.
Daily Motors did a test with the 2022 Q3 real world MPG on highway at least is 34 MPG, which is efficient. Besides EPA and L/KM don't mean jack on in a lot of the govt test. Real world often different depending on how you drive.
It was a tough choice and I was really close to buy Q3 due to its nicer style until I found a big difference in engine. They both use 2.0 turbocharged, and Q3 has a significant boosting delay which is really annoying when you want to accelerate. On the other hands, GLA has almost no delay and ride quality is much better. I've tested with 'sports mode' and 'normal mode' for both car but results were the same. If you are considering one of these two, please have a test drive for each and feel the difference when you press the pedal.
I’m considering both, and that’s what I plan to do, a test drive to in order to make my decision
@HB I ended buying a 2022 MDX! After testing driving it, I was sold! It’s more value for money with the same features but just cheaper and I love ❤️ it!
@HB yes the interior is phenomenal! Everywhere I go people compliments the red and black interior
I always use premium gas and engine still has its youthful pep after 250,000km.
Not a big fan of crossovers but I'd prefer the GLA if I were to choose between the two Nice informative comparison
Thank you very much!
I have a question. I’m looking at both of these vehicles to buy this spring and the regular gas use is the q3 seemed important. I did the math for gas prices in Ontario and with the extra fuel efficiency of the Mercedes both cost exactly $10.70 to run 100 km. Am I correct that the extra fuel efficiency negate the extra cost of premium?
So I went to look at the gla and the guy at the benz dealer told me regular gas was fine and to maybe do premium once a month. But my friend’s dad has been a mechanic at Mercedes for over twenty years and he told her premium
I’ll definitely take the Q3, I like simple but Elegance.
The pricing on these cars is rediculous. By the time you add some required options. With $6000. down my monthly lease quote was $484./month. I got a Lexus NX300 with more features and a lager car for more than $100./month less.
Wow, good value there with the Lexus. Enjoy your purchase.
Lexus will hurt your back... I had two Lexus, I have to change to German car to save my neck and back 🥺😂
Put than you are driving a Toyota vs actual luxury cars.
Totally agree with you Andrea, why should you have get use to something after spending your hard earned money on it.
Thank you!
How do the trunk sizes/capacity compare? That’s the only point not covered in this video :-(
I trust view of all should be audi but interior gla is a great design for women as me.
I would take a tape measure to both for inside size. GLA looks tiny.
The Q3 is bigger, but not by a lot.
Full Spare tire in the Q3.
the lady is absolutely an AUDI fan from the beginning and bias
Zac is best in explaining
Normally your advice on regular fuel is correct but given how more efficient the mb is this is not correct. On 20k average yearly the mb would be about equal on the highway but save almost $200 on in the city (where most of us drive)
Q3 all the time.
GLA too much bling.
Q3 is functional.
Fair enough, thanks for watching!
i like these comparison videos 👍🏾
Thanks, we will do one a week.
Awesome, thank you!
Stay with the 18” wheels on the Q3. The ride is so so much better
GLA AMG😘
Hello Zack this is a great video. My question is Does the Mazda CX-5 Signature compite with this based cars vehicles ? I wish this brands sells raised station wagon like the SUBARU OUTBACK. I always agree any SUV should be bought in diesel. If the customer is looking for space nothing is better than station wagon plus since it rides closed to the road is more efficient and less polluted than a raised vehicle . Thanks Dear Zack greetings from Lima - Perú. If i have to choose between both niether of these, because I'd rather buy a VW PASSAT STATION WAGON fully loaded for this price unfortunately for north americans people is not sold
The Mazda CX-5 is a bit bigger than these
GLA for me just because the inside is soooo nice.
How about a comparison of the XC40?
Yes, we will do that for sure. What would you like to see XC40 vs. Q3 or XC40 vs. GLA or both?
@@andreaspencer9813 Everything you can think of would be great. I like the classy look of the exterior and real leather interior of the XC40 and many standard safety features. It just missing the 3-star badge.
@@jtcber Then we will just have to do them all! :) I am driving the XC40 Recharge right now and the drive is just amazing. Can't believe how much I like it. We will try and drop the Recharge video on Saturday if we get it all shot out.
@@andreaspencer9813 Thanks Andrea. Looking forward to it.
Isn't regular gas "dirtier" than premium? How would the Q3 perform on 91 octane? Would it get better gas mileage?
“Regular” gasoline is not dirtier (different grades of gasoline are 87, 89, 91 and 93 octane. It has nothing to do with it being “regular, medium and premium”)... it just has less octane and cleaning agents. All gasoline sold in Canada and the US has to have certain amount of cleaning agents, but Top Tier brands have more of these cleaning agents in their gasoline. Big brands also add more cleaning agents to their 91 octane, compared to 87 and 89 octane.
Surprised the gear selector stalk seems such a compromise for Andrea...I've really grown to like mine and appreciate the bit of extra room and less clutter in the center console...ah well, some like it...some don't :)
Yes, people who own a Mercedes are just fine with it and like the fact that there is less clutter in the centre console. Makes sense really. But, I just prefer a console shifter.
The Q3 may run on regular gas but it is 20% less efficient than the GLA so it evens out at the end
Depends, but premium gas these days are expensive. I drive a WRX and i pay $2-$2.50 a litre on 91 on its worse day of gas prices vs $1.50 on regular to $2.04 when it was the most expensive.
Problem is the USA doesnt get the SQ3 trim...
Same with Canada
What is the car they are sitting in?
It's our Porsche Cayenne.
Console shifter also for me! The column shifter is not for me, and also add up the e-brake placement of Mercedes benz on their cars are annoying. Why would you place an e-brake at those area 🤦🏻♂️
But honestly the fact that audi and benz are producing good vehicles now makes me happy. Because tbh 2011-2019 was horrible imo
How about suspension? I went from golf to GLA 2016 and I cant believe the suspension could be that horrible
first comment 🤗🤗
Mercedes benz gla 220 d 4 matic is the best for me i love it 😀 😍 ❤️ ♥️ 💕 🙌
GLA250 interior worth almost 10k? no way... Its just utility SUV. I go cheap for sure.
Audi all the way! MB interiors are looking cheap to me these days.
GLA all the way‼️
Great review ...question do you guys ever make love in the car since flirting is always noticeable 😁
Those (ugly) air vents on the dash of the gla would irritate me no end. But that's coming from an Audi fan ;-)
What are talking about. i thought they look amazing and the Audi inside looks cheap.
I agree too. Those vents are annoying.
Coming from another Audi Fan
I mean ive test drove both. And now own a 2022 audi q3 premium plus. WAY better than benz. But with that said. The Mercedes feels so luxury. But the body kit is horrible. And it will look bad in 2 years. Audi is literally perfect in my eyes. I just need a super charger
Q3 but I like the GLA's dash better.
Yes, I agree, beautiful dash.
GLA looks like you won a steering wheel for buying two iPads.
Actually 3 and half iPads 😂
Volvo XC40
We are filming the XC40 Recharge this week.
Mercedes gla is king👑👑👑
Come on the Merc is miles ahead, in looks the GLA is stunning and the dash is state of the art, The Audi is ugly really.
Get a used Q3 and a used Civic.
Can’t touch the class of an Audi interior
Spot on
This review is so typical of the car review sector. PARK THE CARS NEXT TO EACH OTHER SO WE CAN SEE TGE COMPARISON.
GLA way better
So, Q3 can run on a regular gas, which is around 20% cheaper, but the consumption is around 20% higher. Where is the benefit ? Plus, if you want to be credible, please, compare apples to apples. Simply saying that this or that trim starts from $39K doesn't realy tell much. If you professionally review/compare cars, you have to do your home work, at least on paper. Compare the same specs and let us know. Finally, nobody really buys premium brands with base trims. I don't think Andrea would fancy that... P.S. entry level Q3 costs nearly as much as fully loaded RAV 4 hybrid, with AWD and 6L/100km.Not mentioning reliability...
Q3 is ugly interior ,ugly exterior
Between the two of you, you've got it covered and offer a very thorough review. I just have trust issues with German cars and always end up choosing Japanese for their reliability.
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it.
German here. I don't understand your trust issue. I've mangled German cars in our Autobahn and never had any issues. Mercedes engine, for instance, are known to last (when taken care of well) up to 500k kilometers and more. I've never heard of a Japanese car that lasted that long. The engines are reliable for sure (especially Honda) but the rest isn't as reliable. My wife's Mazda just broke down (seized engine). That never happens to any of the German cars my dad and I owned. It all depends on what you want. If you have a lead foot and travel a lot and want high mileage I'd refrain from buying a Japanese car unless it's something like a supra or anything other sporty. If it's just city driving get a Prius haha.