The Mercedes-Benz GLB straddles the line between the subcompact and compact SUV. As the letters in its name imply, the GLB is bigger than the subcompact GLA and smaller than the compact GLC. One of the distinguishing factors of this boxy little SUV is its optional 3-row seating. Suppose you like the bigger and more expensive Mercedes-Benz GLE because of its optional third row of seats. In that case, the GLB is a significantly more affordable alternative and still comes with the luxury you’d expect from a Mercedes-Benz. That third row isn’t meant for anybody over 5-foot-4, but it’s great when extra seats are needed in a pinch.
The Mercedes-Benz GLB competes with small luxury SUVs like the BMW X2, Audi Q5, and Lincoln Corsair.
What’s New:
The Mercedes-Benz GLB gets a facelift for 2024. The front and rear ends are restyled, and a new 48-volt mild hybrid system is employed under the hood. LED headlights, the latest MBUX infotainment system, and dual 10.25-inch displays now come standard, and there’s a new optional Burmester audio system.
Our Recommendation:
We like the base GLB 250, but we’d add the optional Driver Assistance Package for the extra safety tech. Add the 4Matic all-wheel drive system if it makes sense for your climate, but most of us can get by with front-wheel drive, which yields better fuel economy.
GLB 250
Starts at $44,650 | See listings
- Turbo 4-cylinder engine with 221 horsepower
- Power liftgate
- Heated front seats
- Wireless charging pad
- 10.25-inch digital gauge cluster
- MBUX infotainment system
- Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- Parking Assist
- Blind-spot assist
- Available 3-row seating
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GLB 250 4Matic
Starts at $46,650 | See listings
- All-wheel drive
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AMG GLB 35
Starts at $53,000 (estimated) | See listings
- Turbo 4-cylinder engine with 302 horsepower
- AMG transmission
- Performance 4Matic AWD system
- AMG Ride Control Sport suspension
- Panoramic sunroof
- 19-inch AMG wheels
- AMG Nappa leather steering wheel
- AMG Carbon Structure trim
- 360-degree camera
- Available AMG Track Pace
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2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250: $44,650
The standard powertrain in the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 is a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine rated at 221 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. It can get temporary bursts of an extra 13 horsepower from the mild hybrid system. Output is sent to the front wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission. According to the EPA, the GLB 250 is rated at 25 mpg city/33 mpg highway/28 mpg combined.
Standard features in the 2024 Mercedes GLB include 18-inch wheels, automatic LED headlights, fog lights, rain-sensing wipers, a power liftgate, heated, power-adjustable front seats, a memory driver’s seat, and adjustable second-row seats. You also get dual-zone climate control, color ambient lighting, a wireless charging pad, and a 10.25-inch digital gauge cluster.
The MBUX “Hey, Mercedes” infotainment system has a 10.25-inch central display, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and SiriusXM satellite radio.
Standard safety features in this compact luxury SUV include Parking Assist, automatic high beams, blind-spot monitoring, and Active Brake Assist.
Rather than conventional trims, the GLB offers a couple of option packages. The Exclusive Package ($1,500) adds illuminated door sills, navigation with augmented reality, and an upgraded sound system. For even greater luxury, you can add the Pinnacle Package ($5,150), which includes a panoramic sunroof, multibeam LED headlights, gesture control, a 360-degree camera, and a head-up display.
The option package we recommend most is the Driver Assistance Package ($1,700). It adds a long list of safety tech features like adaptive cruise control, evasive steering assist, active lane-changing assist, active emergency stop assist, active blind-spot assist, and more.
The AMG Night Package ($3,150) adds a dark and sporty look to the GLB. In addition to AMG body styling, it adds 18-inch AMG wheels with black accents, black exterior trim, AMG sport pedals, a diamond-block grille, AMG floor mats, a Nappa leather steering wheel, and sport seats. A Winter Heating Package ($450) adds a heated steering wheel and a heated window washer.
Individual options for the GLB include a third row of seats ($850), adjustable second-row seats ($360), a panoramic sunroof ($1,500), a Burmester premium audio system ($970), adaptive suspension system ($990), adaptive cruise control ($600), wood trim ($325), aluminum trim ($175), 19-inch alloy wheels ($600), 20-inch wheels ($1,150), and premium paint ($750-$1,750).
With the $1,150 destination fee, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 costs $45,800. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $864. See 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 for sale near you
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 includes:
Turbo engine — The standard turbocharged 4-cylinder engine in the GLB produces 221 horsepower and an excellent 258 lb-ft of torque.
MBUX infotainment system — This high-tech infotainment system comes with a 10.25-inch central display, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and SiriusXM. You can make the most of it with an optional Burmester premium audio system.
Available 3-row seating — A third row of seating is rare in this class, but it’s an option on the GLB, adding to this SUV’s versatility. But the third row is for folks 5-foot-4-inches or shorter.
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 4Matic: $46,650
The only difference between the GLB 250 and GLB 250 4Matic is the addition of all-wheel drive in the 4Matic model. This reduces the fuel economy rating to 24 mpg city/32 mpg highway/27 mpg combined.
All other standard and optional features are identical to the GLB 250 with front-wheel drive.
With the $1,150 destination fee, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 4Matic costs $47,800. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $902. See 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 4Matic for sale near you
2024 Mercedes-AMG GLB 35: $53,000 (estimated)
The AMG GLB 35 heightens this SUV’s performance without sacrificing its practicality. The AMG-enhanced turbo engine produces 302 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, giving it energetic acceleration. The GLB 35 hits 60 mph in only 5.4 seconds. You’ll pay for that performance with a fuel economy penalty; the GLB 35 is rated by the EPA at 21 mpg city/26 mpg highway/23 mpg combined.
Other AMG enhancements are made to the GLB 35’s transmission, 4Matic AWD system, and suspension. Naturally, a sporty AMG appearance package inside and out comes standard, highlighted by 19-inch alloy wheels, AMG body styling, Carbon Structure interior trim, and an AMG Nappa leather steering wheel. A panoramic sunroof and 360-degree camera also come standard.
The Exclusive Package ($2,150) and Pinnacle Package ($3,450) are still optional. The Exclusive Package adds navigation with augmented reality, active LED headlights, traffic sign assist, and AMG illuminated door sills. The Pinnacle Package builds on the Exclusive Package with a head-up display (with unique AMG content), the MBUX interior assistant, and surround lighting with logo projection.
The AMG Night Package ($750) adds a darker aesthetic, while the AMG Night Package Plus ($1,150) adds black badging and black louvers on the grille.
A notable option exclusive to the AMG GLB 35 is AMG Track Pace ($250). Mercedes calls this feature “your personal race engineer.” It has prerecorded tracks and can coach you on getting optimal lap time. You can also create your own circuits. It’s a handy feature if you ever plan to take this high-performance SUV to the track.
With the $1,150 destination fee, the 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLB 35 costs an estimated $54,150. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $1,022. See 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLB 35 for sale near you
2024 Mercedes-AMG GLB 35 includes:
302-hp turbo engine — The AMG-enhanced turbo engine means the GLB 35 hits 60 mph in only 5.4 seconds.
AMG performance upgrades — Legitimate AMG performance upgrades are done to the transmission, AWD system, and suspension.
Panoramic sunroof — This standard panoramic sunroof helps bathe the luxurious cabin in light.
