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When in the market for a luxury SUV or crossover, it’s no surprise you’ve turned your attention to Mercedes-Benz and Audi. Each brand is well-respected in the luxury field, offering an upscale commute each time you travel around Bluffton, SC, Hilton Head Island, SC, Charleston, SC, or Savannah, GA.
At Mercedes-Benz of Hilton Head, we believe the popular 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA or the Audi Q3 has everything you need in an SUV, but which one will you choose? Read through our luxury comparison to pick your new SUV today!
INTERIOR AMBIENT LIGHTING OPTIONS
MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER
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Driving a luxury vehicle means having access to features you likely won’t find elsewhere. Let’s explore some of the premium amenities found with either the 2023 GLA or the Q3.
Driving a Mercedes-Benz or Audi is all about being seen. With their striking designs that feature sharp contours, it’s easy to make a statement under the sun. At night, these SUVs continue drawing eyes your way thanks to their respective optional interior lighting package.
While you’ll find this feature with both the 2023 GLA and the Q3, the pool of color options offered by the Q3 lacks. At its best, this model offers 30 different colors. The 2023 GLA offers 64 different colors, giving you more freedom to customize your commute.
You work hard enough. It’s time to let your SUV make your commute easier by performing spoken requests. For example, when you drive the 2023 GLA, you can speak in a natural language and, using your keyword activation, let your vehicle know you’re cold, you’re in the mood for coffee, or even that you have a song stuck in your head.
With the 2023 GLA, the built-in personal assistant feature makes it possible to perform comfort adjustments without taking your attention off the road. With no similar feature, the Audi Q3, unfortunately, doesn’t offer such an amenity.
Craving a nimble, responsive ride? The 2023 GLA and the Q3 both move swiftly and offer an impressive commute; however, there are some key differences that place one of these models above the other.
Under the hood of the 2023 GLA lies a ravenous beast, waiting for its opportunity to unleash its full potential. This 2.0L turbocharged engine produces 221 horsepower and has an acceleration time (0 to 60 MPH) of only 6.8 seconds.
While the same engine size is found with the Q3, this model under-delivers, offering only 184 horsepower and an 8.6-second acceleration time.
Even when equipped with its optional configuration, the Q3 still falls short, topping off at just 288 horsepower. The 2023 GLA, on the other hand, can be outfitted with racing technology, allowing you to experience the thrill of 382 horsepower and an acceleration time of only 4.4 seconds.
Driving isn’t all about thrills. It’s also about enjoying the commute while making as few stops as possible. The Audi Q3 offers an EPA-estimated 22 city/29 highway MPG rating. While this is quite impressive, it lacks when compared to the 2023 GLA.
With its EPA-estimated 24 city/34 highway MPG rating, the Mercedes-Benz can travel an estimated 459 miles before needing to stop to refuel.*
Plus, the 2023 GLA also comes standard with DYNAMIC SELECT, a system that lets you select a drive mode to match your mood. One of these modes is ECO mode, which works to maximize your vehicle’s fuel efficiency. No similar mode is found with the Q3.
When choosing an SUV, you want to make sure there’s enough room for the whole crew. Which of these models will give you the space you need? Let’s find out!
Changing lanes and squeezing into tight parking spaces is easy when you drive the 2023 GLA. This compact SUV features smaller dimensions than the Audi Q3 which offers numerous benefits, such as enhanced handling capabilities and a small turning radius.
How do these models compare? Let’s take a look:
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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA
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2023 Audi Q3
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| Length | 173.6 in. | 176.6 in. |
| Width | 72.2 in. | 79.7 in. |
| Height | 63.5 in. | 62.9 in. |
| Wheelbase | 107.4 in. | 105.5 in. |
Whether traveling on the highway or driving residential roads, you’ll likely feel more comfortable behind the wheel of the 2023 GLA.
You’ll find that the 2023 GLA and the Q3 make seating five passengers a comfortable experience. Although, one of these SUVs offers extra wiggle room—something riders will love on long road trips.
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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA
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2023 Audi Q3
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| Headroom (front/rear) | 39/38.1 in. | 39.6/37.6 in. |
| Legroom (front/rear) | 41/38 in. | 40/36.1 in. |
In addition to offering more spacious dimensions, the 2023 GLA provides more cargo room. In fact, this SUV has a maximum cargo capacity of 50.5 cubic feet. The Q3, on the other hand, only offers up to 48 cubic feet of cargo space.
In the comparison between the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA and the Audi Q3, there are many similarities; however, the 2023 GLA edges ahead of the Audi.
Experience the 2023 GLA around Bluffton, SC, Hilton Head Island, SC, Charleston, SC, and Savannah, GA. Contact us at Mercedes-Benz of Hilton Head to schedule a test drive today!
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