Comparison - Mercedes-AMG GLA35 2021 - vs - Audi RS Q3 2020

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2020 Audi RSQ3 first drive: Regular or Sportback?
Average Price: 
$
47,550
Updated: 
18 Oct 2020
$
57,600
Updated: 
05 Jul 2020
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2020
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
8-speed dual-clutch
7-speed dual-clutch
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
16.60gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Polar White
#FBFBFB
Night Black
#060B11
Digital White metallic
#D0D0D0
Cosmos Black metallic
#343A3E
Iridium Silver metallic
#8F9092
Mountain Grey metallic
#4C4C4E
Denim Blue metallic
#1C2C3C
Patagonia Red metallic
#B02729
Color: 
Nardo grey
#625E6F
Pulse orange
#D5484A
Turbo blue
#0C81DC
Kyalami green
#007544
Glacier white, metallic
#EAEAEC
Tango red, metallic
#8F1828
Mythos black, metallic
#000000
Daytona grey, pearl effect
#38414F

Electric

Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
5.10s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Everything. The new Mercedes-AMG GLA35 and GLA45 are based on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-class, which is a ground-up redesign.The Mercedes-AMG GLA-class is offered in both GLA35 and GLA45 guise, and both come standard with a host of performance features that turn up the heat on the Benz-branded GLA250. All-wheel drive is standard, as is a sport-tuned suspension. Pricing and option packages haven't yet been officially released, so we aren't sure which one represents the best value. But, that 382-hp version of the GLA's turbo-four makes the GLA45 model the most compelling from a performance standpoint.

By: 
caranddriver.com

AMG waves its wand over the new baby SUV from Benz.

PROS
Fierce package
Second row fits adults, hurrah
Will become the most popular baby AMG for a reason

CONS
Front seat is uncomfortable
Noisy cabin is far from premium
Some will write you off as a wannabe

By: 
caradvice.com.au

The GLA has been fully redesigned for 2021.

PROS
Smooth ride and comfortable seats
Features one of today's best, most advanced infotainment systems
Mercedes badge at an affordable price

CONS
Most of the GLA's advanced safety features are optional
Too much road noise for a luxury SUV
Cargo capacity is small compared to Mercedes' GLB

By: 
edmunds.com

A unique turbocharged five-cylinder engine with nearly 400 horses makes the redesigned-for-2020 RS Q3 an exotic performance SUV that we can't buy.

Pros
Gutsy power delivery,
quirky five-cylinder sound,
impressively neutral handling for an SUV.

Cons
The U.S. still can't have it,
AMG and Porsche both offer more power in their competitors.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The RS Q3 might be exceedingly fast in a straight line, but it just isn’t that much fun. Numb steering and a tendency to wash wide at the front count against it, while many will find its ride a bit too firm for their liking. For this money, the Porsche Macan S feels plusher and is more enjoyable to drive, even if it isn’t as fast.

Pros
Fast
Well-equipped
Sounds good

Cons
Stiff ride
Not that much fun
Interior doesn’t feel that luxurious for a £50k SUV

By: 
whatcar.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
23.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
29.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
20
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
5
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
Torque: 
295ft-lbs
at 3 000rpm
354ft-lbs
at 5 850rpm
Horsepower: 
302hp
at 5 800rpm
400hp
at 7 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
no
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Audio and cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Front Seatback Storage
front and rear sensors
Privacy glass – dark tinted rear and rear side windows
360 degree cameras
Progressive steering

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
174.60in
177.40in
Width: 
72.80in
79.60in
Height: 
62.50in
61.20in
Front Track: 
63.70in
62.50in
Rear Track: 
62.80in
62.30in
Wheel Base: 
107.40in
105.50in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
41.40
Rear Head Room: 
38.40
Front Hip Room: 
56.60in
Front Shoulder Room: 
59.30in
Rear Hip Room: 
55.10in
Rear Shoulder room: 
57.70in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
50.50cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1653lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
19.00cu.ft
18.70cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
3653.00lbs
3780.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
no
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
power steering
Privacy glass
Electric rear tailgate

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
8 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Leatherette
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Electric seats for driver and front passenger including adjustment of seat height, fore/aft position, seat angle and backrest angle
4-way electric lumbar support
RS sport seats at front with integrated head restraints in fine Nappa leather with honeycomb stitching
RS embossing; upper sections of the seat side bolsters in Alcantara
Interior elements in black Alcantara – trim on the decorative surface of the dashboard, and on the door armrests
Heated front seats; adjustable in three stages
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Folding center armrest
Rear seat bench with adjustable length and backrest angle
40:20:40 split folding and rear centre armrest with cup holder

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
4-wheel independent, AMG RIDE CONTROL Sport Suspension with 3-stage damping
RS sport suspension - electronically controlled adaption of the dampers to different driving situations; dynamic or comfortoriented characteristics can be changed via the Audi drive select system

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
no
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Dual Zone Front Climate Control
3-zone climate control – separately adjustable temperature and air distribution settings for front left and right-hand sides and rear
Auto dimming interior mirror, frameless
Aluminium look in the interior – mirror adjustment switch, on the window control switches, the control buttons for the parking brake and on door strips

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
no
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
USB With External Media Control
USB Connection
Online traffic information with hazard alert
Destination entry via myAudi or Google Maps
Wi-Fi hotspot
Google services
Audi virtual cockpit plus – fully digital configurable instrument cluster with 12.3 inch high resolution colour display. Featuring RS-specific design and RS menu with power/torque display, G meter and lap timer
Audi smartphone interface – connects to Apply CarPlay and Anrdoid Auto via USB to access approved apps via the MMI interface; includes wireless Apple CarPlay
Audi music interface – 2 USB interfaces (1 USB type A and 1 USB type C interface) in front with charging and data transfer functionality. Also includes 2 USB interfaces (type C) in the rear with charging function
Bang & Olufsen 3D Sound System – surround sound reproduction via 15 high-performance loudspeakers including subwoofer; 16-channel amplifier with a total output of 680 watts

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Headlight washer system
Dynamic indicators at front and rear, turning light, all-weather light, manoeuvring light, motorway light and automatic-dynamic headlight range control
Roof rails in black
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
19 X 8.0 In.
21"
Wheels more: 
Run Flat Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R19
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
35
Diameter: 
R21

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Blind Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System
Brake Drying
Emergency Braking Preparation
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
Seat belt reminders for all passengers
Seat belts with pre-tensioners at front and outer rear
ABS, ASR, EDL and Brake Assist
Electromechanical parking brake
Hill hold assist
Hill descent control
Lane departure warning – with lane keeping assist
Lane change warning – warns the driver of a potential hazard when changing lanes
multifunction camera

Options

Packages: 
AMG® Aerodynamics Package
Driver Assistance Package
Premium Package
Exterior Lighting Package
AMG® Performance Seat Package
Multimedia Package
AMG® Performance Seat Package Advanced
AMG® Night Package
Parking Assistance Package
Exterior Options: 
19" AMG® 10-Spoke Matte Black Wheels
21" AMG® Multispoke Wheels
Carbon Style Mirror Housings
21" AMG® Multispoke Matte Black Wheels
Wheel Locking Bolts
Illuminated Star
Carbon-Style Side Trim
Chrome Load Sill Guard
KEYLESS-GO
Carbon-Style Front Trim
19" AMG® 10-Spoke Wheels
Chrome Door Handle Inserts
Panorama Roof
Interior Options: 
MBUX Interior Assistant
Burmester Surround Sound System
AMG® Nappa/DINAMICA Performance Steering Wheel
AMG® Nappa Leather Performance Steering Wheel
SiriusXM Radio
Heated And Ventilated Front Seats
AMG® DINAMICA Performance Steering Wheel
Inductive Wireless Charging And NFC Pairing
Dashcam
Adjustable Rear Seats
Garage Door Opener
AMG® Illuminated Front Door Sills
AMG® Head-Up Display
AMG® DRIVE UNIT
Heated Front Seats
Replace Red Seat Belts W/Black

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, leather
#000000
Neva Grey/Black, leatherette
#A5ACB4
Bahia Brown, leather
#50372A
Titanium Grey/Black, leather
#71706E
Classic Red/Black, leather
#993238
Black w/DINAMICA Red Stitching, leatherette/suede
#000000
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