Are you ready to make your mark in a luxury SUV that offers premium-level comfort and convenience? Both the 2020 Audi Q3 and 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 offer a higher level experience, but which model is right for you?
The team at Audi Hoffman Estates in Hoffman Estates, IL, put together this comparison to help you determine which option best fits your lifestyle and riding style. Come see the 2020 Audi Q3 in person at our state-of-the-art facility or schedule a test drive online. You can also shop for your next vehicle from the comfort of your home.
If you determine the Audi Q3 is an ideal SUV for you, search our inventory to find your favorite trim and peruse our current Q3 lease offers to take advantage of an attractive deal. Call us at (888) 698-1441 or contact us online if you have any questions.
2020 Audi Q3 vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Performance Specs & Engine
Both luxury-class SUV engines deliver exceptional power and performance that translate to enhanced traction control, agile handling, and respectable fuel economy. The Tiptronic® transmission on the 2020 Audi Q3 leverages advanced technology to allow you to take it out of automatic mode and upshift or downshift for a more authentic sports car experience. The legendary Audi quattro® AWD system delivers superior traction via instantaneous, proactive response that delivers power to the wheels when needed.
The 4MATIC® AWD system on the GLA 250 is integrated into the drivetrain and uses advanced technology to evenly distribute power to the wheels. View powertrain specs in the table below.
2020 Audi Q3 | Vehicle | 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 |
2.0L 45 TFSI® four-cylinder | Engine | 2.0L turbo I4 |
228 HP | Horsepower | 208 HP |
258 lb.-ft. | Torque | 258 lb.-ft. |
Eight-speed Tiptronic automatic | Transmission | Seven-speed dual clutch automatic |
quattro AWD (standard) | Drive System | 4MATIC AWD (available) |
2020 Audi Q3 vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Interior & Exterior Design
Sophisticated sportiness is the hallmark of the Audi Q3 interior and exterior design aesthetic. The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 exhibits a more athletic exterior design stance and features an ultramodern cabin. Both SUVs feature climate control systems, heated front seats, leather upholstery and steering wheel, ambient interior lighting, a panoramic sunroof, and a power liftgate.
While the 2020 Q3 features eight-way power adjustable front seating with power lumbar and memory settings, the 2020 GLA 250 features 14-way power front seats with lumbar support and memory.
On the outside, find roof rails, premium fog lights, headlights, and tail lights, plus a distinctive grille on both the Q3 and GLA 250.
2020 Audi Q3 vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 ​Safety & Technology Features
Feel supported, connected, and protected inside both luxury SUVs, with advanced driver alert and assistive features, connectivity tech, and premium entertainment. The 2020 Audi Q3 and 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 each feature advanced airbag systems, electronic stability control, push button start, backup cameras, infotainment systems, HD Radio™, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio, Bluetooth® technology, and premium sound systems.
2020 Audi Q3 vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 ​Size & Cargo Space
Get the most from your luxury SUV as you and your family or friends luxuriate in roomy comfort. Whether you're tackling routine errands, going out on the town for a special occasion, or heading out on a highly anticipated road trip to the beach, mountains, or desert, you can be sure the spacious seating and cargo area you'll find in the front and back seat of the Q3 will make the trip more enjoyable for everyone.
While both SUVs offer comfortable five-passenger seating, the Audi Q3 delivers a bit more maximum cargo space and more second-row legroom for your back seat riders.
2020 Audi Q3 | Vehicle | 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 |
177 in. L x 73 in. W x 63 in. H | Dimensions | 174 in. L x 71 in. W x 60 in. H |
48 cubic feet | Max. Cargo Capacity | 43.6 cubic feet |
5 | Seating Capacity | 5 |
39.6 in. | Front Headroom | 40 in. |
40 in. | Front Legroom | 41 in. |
37.6 in. | Second-Row Headroom | 38.4 in. |
36.1 in. | Second-Row Legroom | 27.1 in. |
2020 Audi Q3 for Sale Near Schaumburg, IL
Find your 2020 Audi Q3 at Audi Hoffman Estates in Hoffman Estates, IL, and experience what high-touch service is all about. Search our new Q3 inventory or call us at (888) 698-1441 if there is something in particular you're searching for. Make sure you view our current Q3 offers, too. Whether you're looking to purchase or lease your next Audi vehicle, you can count on our team to help you get your favorite ride home.