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M340i XDRIVE vs BENZ GLA 45

BMW · MERCEDES

1/4 Mile winner
M340i XDRIVE
Beats the BENZ GLA 45 by 0.22s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the M340i XDRIVE beats the BENZ GLA 45 comfortably, finishing 0.22 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the M340i XDRIVE thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
382 hp
382 hp
0–100 km/h
4.1s
4.3s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
I6
I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
500 Nm
500 Nm
Price
$57,000
$48,000

Simulated race times

Distance
M340i XDRIVE
BENZ GLA 45
100 m
5.340s
5.454s
1/8 mile
7.934s
8.094s
1/4 mile
12.020s
12.240s
1 km
21.902s
22.217s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the BENZ GLA 45 is the obvious pick at $48,000 versus the M340i XDRIVE's $57,000. Both are formidable. The M340i XDRIVE suits buyers who prioritise raw power; the BENZ GLA 45 appeals to those after the bigger output.

FAQ

Which is faster, the M340i XDRIVE or the BENZ GLA 45?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the M340i XDRIVE is faster, beating the BENZ GLA 45 by 0.22 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the M340i XDRIVE vs the BENZ GLA 45?

The M340i XDRIVE hits 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds, while the BENZ GLA 45 does it in 4.3 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The M340i XDRIVE produces 382 hp; the BENZ GLA 45 produces 382 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The M340i XDRIVE tops out at 250 km/h, and the BENZ GLA 45 reaches 250 km/h.

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