Mercedes GLB Review, For Sale, Models, Specs & News in Australia

Mercedes GLB Review, For Sale, Models, Specs & News in Australia

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$67,600

The Mercedes-Benz GLB is related to others in the three-pointed star’s small car stable - A-Class, B-Class, CLA and GLA - all underpinned by Merc’s ‘MFA2’ platform.

It’s currently offered in two grades; the FWD GLB200, powered by a 1.3-litre turbo-petrol four, and the AWD GLB250 with a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder engine under the bonnet.

The line-up currently starts at $67,600 for the GLB-Class GLB 200 and ranges through to $105,100 for the range-topping GLB-Class GLB 35 4Matic.

7.5L/100km (combined)
SUV
7 Speed Automatic
Premium Unleaded Petrol

Mercedes-Benz GLB Pricing & Specs

The price range for the Mercedes-Benz GLB varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $67,600 and going to $105,100 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

Mercedes-Benz GLB Interior

The Mercedes-Benz GLB's interior is dominated by the dual 10.25-inch screens for the digital instrument cluster and touchscreen multimedia system.

There are also a range of blingy touches like a star pattern on the dashboard, plus swathes of stainless steel-like inlays.

A panoramic roof is optional which helps lighten the cabin.

Mercedes-Benz GLB Seats

The Mercedes-Benz GLB uniquely offers a seven-seat configuration, however the third-row isn't the most spacious.

Synthetic leather and microfibre upholstery is standard and you can option black leather upholstery.

The front seats offer electric adjustability and heating, then each seat in the second row slides and reclines. The third-row seats also recline but don't slide.

Mercedes-Benz GLB Dimensions

The dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz GLB SUV vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

Mercedes-Benz GLB Colours

Available exterior paint colours include Cosmo Black, Spectral Blue, Mountain Grey, Patagonia Red, High-Tech Silver and Polar White.

Cosmo Black
High-Tech Silver
Mountain Grey
Patagonia Red
Polar White
Spectral Blue

Mercedes-Benz GLB Boot Space

Mercedes-Benz doesn't quote a boot space figure with all three rows of seating upright, however with the third row stowed there's 565L of boot space. This expands to 1800L with the second row stowed as well.

Mercedes-Benz GLB boot space

Mercedes-Benz GLB Accessories

The Mercedes-Benz GLB comes with standard 19-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, dual 10.25-inch screens, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, interior ambient lighting, as well as heated front seats with electric adjustment.

Mercedes-Benz GLB Engine

The Mercedes-Benz GLB200 is powered by a 1.3-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that produces 120kW and 270Nm.

The GLB250 4Matic is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that produces 165kW and 350Nm.

The flagship AMG GLB35 is also powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine but it produces 225kW and 400Nm.

Both the GLB250 4Matic and AMG GLB35 also have 48V mild-hybrid assistance that includes a 10kW electric motor.

Mercedes-Benz GLB Fuel consumption

The Mercedes-Benz GLB is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 9.1L/100km for SUV
*Combined fuel consumption

Mercedes-Benz GLB Speed

The Mercedes-Benz GLB200 is claimed to be able to do the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.3 seconds and has a top speed of 207km/h.

The GLB250 4Matic is claimed to be able to do the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.0 seconds and has a top speed of 236km/h.

The flagship AMG GLB35 is claimed to be able to do the 0-100km/h sprint in 5.5 seconds and has a top speed of 250km/h.

Mercedes-Benz GLB Wheel Size

The Mercedes-Benz GLB has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 235x45 ZR20 for SUV in 2026 with a wheel size that spans from 8x20 ET48 inches.

Mercedes-Benz GLB Range

The GLB200 has a 52L fuel tank and is claimed to consume 7.5L/100km. This means a theoretical driving range of 693km.

The GLB250 4Matic has a 60L fuel tank and is claimed to consume 7.9L/100km. This means a theoretical driving range of 759km.

The AMG GLB35 has a 60L fuel tank and is claime to consume 9.1L/100km. This means a theoretical driving range of 659km.

Both the GLB200 and GLB250 4Matic require a minimum of 95 RON premium unleaded petrol, whereas the AMG GLB35 requires a minimum of 98 RON premium unleaded petrol.