Mercedes GLA vs Volvo XC40 Recharge – Compare Price, Specs & Mileage 2026
Confused between Mercedes GLA and Volvo XC40 Recharge? Find Out which car suits you the best by comparing the GLA and XC40 Recharge price, specifications, mileage, dimensions, features and safety. Mercedes GLA is available at a starting price of ₹49.72 Lakhs*, while the Volvo XC40 Recharge is priced at ₹54.95 Lakhs*.
The Mercedes GLA is powered by a 1.3 L petrol and Volvo XC40 Recharge is powered by a 69 KWh electric. The GLA is claimed to deliver a certified mileage of 17.4 kmpl, while the XC40 Recharge delivers 475 kms.
Engine
1.3 L
69 KWh
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Max Torque
270 Nm
420 nm
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Transmission Type Name
Automatic
Automatic
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Max Power
161 bhp
238 bhp
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Gears
7 Gears
1-speed, Gears
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Drive Type
FWD
RWD
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Max Tourque RPM
2000 RPM
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
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Mileage
17.4 kmpl
475 kms
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Fuel Tank Capacity
43 Litres
69 KWh
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Length
4412 mm
4440 mm
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Width
2020 mm
1873 mm
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Height
1616 mm
1647 mm
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Wheel Base
2729 mm
2702 mm
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Kerb Weight
1570 kg
2113 kg
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Boot Space
425 Litres
414 Liters
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Seating Capacity
5
5 Persons
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No. of Doors
5
5 Doors
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Reported Ground Clearance (Unladen)
None mm
175 mm
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Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
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Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
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Air Conditioner
Yes (2 Zone Automatic Climate Control)
Yes (2 Zone Automatic Climate Control)
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Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
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Rear Ac
Vents Behind Front Armrest
Vents behind front armrest
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Wireless Charger
Yes
Yes
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Electric Sunroof
Panoramic Sunroof
Panoramic Sunroof
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Drive Modes
Yes (Electric/Comfort/Sport/Sport+/Individual)
N/A
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Cooled Glove Box
Yes
N/A
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Rear Reading Lamp
Yes (Both Sides)
Yes
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Central Cup Holder
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
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Paddle Shifter
Yes
N/A
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Speed Sensing Door Lock
Yes
Yes
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Seat Belt Reminder
Yes
Yes
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Height Adjustable Driver Seat
14 way
10 Way
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Interior Color Theme
Black/Beige and brown/ Beige and Tropez Blue with Open-Pore Light Brown Ash Wood Trim
Charcoal
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Interior Ambient Lights
Yes
No
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Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
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Upholstery Type
Leather
Suede Textile
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Heads Up Display
No
No
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Instrument Cluster Speedometer
Digital
Digital
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Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
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Clock
Digital
Yes
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Gear Indicator
Yes
Yes
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12 Volt Power Socket
Yes
Yes
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Tyre Size
R18
235/50 R19
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Front Fog Lamps
N/A
Yes
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Body Colored Orvm
Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
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Headlight Type
LED
LED
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Automatic Head Lamps
Yes
Yes
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Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
Yes
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Daytime Running Lights
LED
Yes
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Tail Lights
LED
LED
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Cornering Headlights
Yes (Active)
Yes
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Roof Mounted Antenna
N/A
Yes
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Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Yes
Yes
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Air Bags
7
7 Airbags
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Central Locking
Keyless
Keyless
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Hill Hold Assist
Yes
Yes
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Gncap Safety Rating
5 Star
N/A
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Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
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Hill Descent Control
Yes
Yes
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Differential Lock
Electronic
Yes
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Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
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Antilock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
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Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
Yes
Yes
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Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Yes
Yes
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Yes
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Child Seat Anchor Points (ISOFIX)
Yes
Yes
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Day/Night Rear View Mirror
Electronic- Internal & Driver
N/A
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Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Yes
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Engine
1.3 L
69 KWh
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Mileage
17.4 kmpl
475 kms
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Max Power
161 bhp
238 bhp
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Seating Capacity
5
5 Persons
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
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Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
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Mercedes GLA Vs Volvo XC40 Recharge
Here is a detailed comparison between the Mercedes GLA and the Volvo XC40 Recharge. Compare ex-showroom and on-road price, engine transmission, fuel performance, dimensions, comfort and convenience features, interior and exterior details and safety features of the Mercedes GLA and Volvo XC40 Recharge.
Price Comparison
The Mercedes GLA is available at a price of ₹49.72 Lakhs* and Volvo XC40 Recharge price is ₹54.95 Lakhs*, ex-showroom. The on-road price of the Mercedes GLA and the Volvo XC40 Recharge in Delhi are ₹56.19 Lakhs* and ₹56.60 Lakhs*.
Specifications Comparison
The Mercedes GLA 200 is powered by a 1.3 L producing 161 bhp, and the Volvo XC40 Recharge is available with a 69 KWh producing 238 bhp.
Features Comparison
The Mercedes GLA convenience features include Power Windows, Cruise Control, Wireless Charger and more. The Volvo XC40 Recharge gets Power Windows, Cruise Control, Wireless Charger and more. For safety, both models get 7 airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors and others.
Which One Should You Buy?
Mercedes GLA price is ₹49.72 Lakhs* and Volvo XC40 Recharge price is ₹54.95 Lakhs*. Hence Mercedes GLA is the cheapest amongst these cars.
GLA vs XC40 Recharge FAQs
Mercedes GLA on-road price in Delhi is ₹56.19 Lakhs* and Volvo XC40 Recharge on-road price in Delhi is ₹56.60 Lakhs*. Hence Mercedes GLA is the cheapest among these models.
The 200 of Mercedes GLA is priced at ₹49.72 Lakhs* whereas the Plus of Volvo XC40 Recharge is priced at ₹54.95 Lakhs*. This creates a price difference of ₹5.23 Lakhs* between these two models.
The Mercedes GLA is powered by 1.3 L engine offering an ARAI certified mileage of 17.4 kmpl and the Volvo XC40 Recharge is powered by 69 KWh engine delivering 475 kms. This makes Volvo XC40 Recharge more fuel efficient compared to Mercedes GLA.
The Mercedes GLA is equipped with a 1.3 L Petrol engine generating 161 bhp and 270 Nm, whereas the Volvo XC40 Recharge features a 69 KWh Electric engine producing 238 bhp and 420 nm. This gives the Volvo XC40 Recharge a performance advantage of 77 bhp over the Mercedes GLA, delivering stronger acceleration and punch.
Mercedes GLA has a boot space of 425 Litres and Volvo XC40 Recharge offers a luggage carrying capacity of 414 Liters. Hence, the Mercedes GLA offers more boot space than the Volvo XC40 Recharge.
The Mercedes GLA and Volvo XC40 Recharge are equipped with standard safety features such as ABS with EBD, 7 airbags, and reverse parking sensors, but their overall protection depends on structural crash test ratings and advanced safety equipment. To pick the safest option, check these cars official Global NCAP / Bharat NCAP star ratings and compare variant-wise safety features on CarLelo.
The Mercedes GLA variant is powered by a 1.3 L Petrol engine paired with a Automatic gearbox. The Volvo XC40 Recharge variant gets a 69 KWh Electric engine mated to a Automatic gearbox.
The Mercedes GLA on-road price is ₹56.19 Lakhs* and Volvo XC40 Recharge on-road price in India is ₹56.60 Lakhs*. This creates a price difference of ₹5.23 Lakhs* between these two models.
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