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 $65,400 for the GLB-Class GLB 200 and ranges through to $106,228 for the range-topping GLB-Class GLB 35 4Matic.
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.
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.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance |
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2026
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Body Type: SUV | Height x Width x Length: 1660x1845x4650 mm |
Ground Clearance:
163 mm
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2025
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Body Type: SUV | Height x Width x Length: 1660x1845x4650 mm |
Ground Clearance:
163 mm
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2024
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Body Type: SUV | Height x Width x Length: 1659x1834x4638 mm |
Ground Clearance:
213 mm
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Colours for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB include Polar White and Aqua Mint (non-metallic) as well as metallic hues like Cosmic Black, High Tech Silver and Sheer Blue. Special Mercedes Manufacktur colours include Patagonia Red metallic ($1300) and Alpine Grey solid ($900).
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.
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.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to |
|---|---|---|---|
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2026
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Body Type: SUV | Braked Capacity from: 0kg |
Braked Capacity to:
2000kg
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2025
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Body Type: SUV | Braked Capacity from: 1800kg |
Braked Capacity to:
2000kg
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2024
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Body Type: SUV | Braked Capacity from: 1800kg |
Braked Capacity to:
1800kg
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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.
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.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Rim |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2026
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Body Type: SUV | Front Tyre Size: 235x50 R19 | Front Rim: 7.5x19 in |
Rear Rim:
7.5x19 in
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2025
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Body Type: SUV | Front Tyre Size: 235x50 R19 | Front Rim: 7.5x19 in |
Rear Rim:
7.5x19 in
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2024
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Body Type: SUV | Front Tyre Size: 235x50 R19 | Front Rim: 7.5x19 in |
Rear Rim:
7.5x19 in
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The electric 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLBs uses a nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery with 85kW of usable energy. Driving range and energy efficiency for the GLB250+ is a decent 570km and 15.5 kilowatt hours per 100km. The dual-motor AWD GLB350 range drops slightly to 554km and it uses 17.7kWh/100km.
The GLB200 mild-hybrid consumes 6.1 litres per 100km and the GLB220 sips 6.5L. This equates to a theoretical driving range of 853km and 800km, respectively.