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2020 GLB 250 Base 4dr Front-wheel Drive
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Price:   -  From $36,600
2020 GLB 250 Base 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC Price:   -  From $38,600
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3.3 (Good)

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Overview

What's New

What does an automaker do once they've built a crossover for every established market segment? Create more segments, and fill those segments with more crossovers. Introducing the all-new 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class, a crossover designed to straddle the brand's compact and subcompact GLC-Class and GLA-Class.

With a squared-off look and a more rugged persona, the GLB-Class intends to channel its inner G-wagen for those buyers who love that look but can't stomach that model's six-figure price.

Choosing Your Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class

At launch, the GLB-Class is only available in a single trim: GLB 250. Pricing starts at $37,595 including destination.

Engine Choices

The Mercedes GLB-Class features a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that puts out 221 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. Power is routed to the front wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission; all-wheel drive is available for another $2,000.

The new model earns an EPA-estimated 23 miles per gallon city, 30 mpg highway, and 26 combined with FWD. Selecting AWD actually increases highway efficiency to 31 mpg.

While there's only the one engine for now, we're doubtful this will be the case for long. AMG, the in-house tuning arm of Mercedes, has a propensity for hot-rodding nearly everything put out by the Three-Pointed Star, and it wouldn't be surprising if they turned their talents to the GLB as well. Keep an eye out for an AMG GLB in the next year or two.

Passenger and Cargo Capacity

Despite its diminutive size – it's only 182 inches long – the GLB can seat up to seven people, though a five-passenger layout is standard. Adding a third row is an $850 option, and it's relatively workable thanks to the upright proportions, 111-inch wheelbase, and the fact that the second-row seats have 6 inches of fore and aft adjustment. There's up to 38 inches of legroom in the second row and 29 inches in the third row.

If you stick with the two-row model, cargo capacity sits at 20 cubic feet with the second row in place and in the most rearward position; pulling them fully forward brings an additional six cubes of space. Fold down the second row entirely, and there's 62 cubic feet of total cargo capacity.

Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class

Safety Features

Standard safety equipment includes automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, and a driver attention monitor, but any other driver-assist features are only available as one of two option packages.

The Driver Assistance Package ($2,250) adds adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, lane change assist, active and evasive steering assist, and more. The Parking Assistance Package ($1,090) is also an option, which brings a surround-view camera system and an automated parking system. Blind-spot monitoring is a $550 standalone option.

Connectivity

Standard on the GLB-Class is the brand's MBUX infotainment system that's controlled through the 7-inch touchscreen. It can also be operated with a touchpad controller on the steering wheel or via voice activation. Four USB ports, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, and HD radio are also standard.

The driver instrument cluster is an-all digital, 7-inch affair dominated by an analog-style speedometer but with multiple menus available for more specialized information.

If you want all the latest tech, the Premium Package ($2,200) is a must. It swaps out the 7-inch screens for 10.25-inch units, and also includes blind-spot monitoring, auto-dimming side and rearview mirrors, and keyless entry and start.

Navigation is bundled with a speed limit assist system in the Multimedia Package ($1,150). Other optional technology includes a $1,100 head-up display and $200 wireless charging.

Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class

GLB 250 - From $37,595

The only model at present is the GLB 250, available with or without 4MATIC all-wheel drive. Standard features include power front seats with three-position memory, dual-zone climate control, a power liftgate, and remote start. The brand's famous MB-Tex upholstery is also standard, as is a drive mode selector with three different pre-set driving modes.

If you want a sportier look, the AMG Line appearance group is $2,600. It includes a unique grille, 19-inch AMG wheels, different fascias, sport seats and steering wheel, and leather upholstery.

Besides the aforementioned options and packages, there's still plenty that Mercedes will charge you for. A panorama roof is $1,500, heated front seats are $580, a heated steering wheel is $250, a 12-speaker Burmester audio system is $850, and adaptive dampers are $990.

Leather upholstery is also available, but most color combos come only with the AMG Line. The two leathers that are available with the standard look require upgrading to the heated seats.

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CarsDirect Tip

With all the options, it's easy to push the price of the 2020 Mercedes GLB-Class deep into GLC-Class territory. To keep the cost in check, we'd stick limit our extras to the Premium Package, heated seats, and the Burmester audio system. It'll make for a tech-laden car with a bumping sound system that doesn't break the bank.

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Expert Review

Pros
  • Plenty of technology
  • Boxy, rugged styling
  • Competitively sized
Cons
  • Small optional third row
  • Tricky infotainment system
  • Real luxury requires pricey options
Expert Rating
3.3 (Good)

Our expert ratings are based on seven comprehensive criteria: quality, safety, comfort, performance, fuel economy, reliability history and value.

You can interpret our ratings in the following way:

: Outstanding vehicle. Only the most exceptional vehicles achieve this rating.

: Very Good vehicle. Very good and close to being the best vehicle in its class.

: Good vehicle. Decent, but not quite the best. Often affordable, but lacking key features found in vehicles of the same class.

: Below average vehicle. Not recommended, and lacking attributes a car buyer would come to expect for the price.

: Poor vehicle. Simply does not deserve to be on the road.

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Chunky, unmissable styling. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class has one of the more standout designs on the market. Unlike a lot of other compact crossovers, it has a boxy design that it takes from the more expensive and upscale Mercedes G-Class. The looks make it appear more rugged.

Mercedes' styling from its other vehicles carries over to the interior, where the GLB has a high-end look. Metallic or wood trim, large circular air vents, well-sized screens, and handsomely-styled buttons all make it feel above its price tag.

Comfortable highway cruiser. First and foremost, the GLB excels as a long-distance cruiser thanks to its comfortable ride and engine tuning.

The GLB comes with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that makes 221 horsepower. The motor is smooth, while the standard eight-speed automatic transmission operates with few hiccups.

The GLB’s available all-wheel-drive system is capable of shuffling half of the engine’s power to the rear wheels for improved traction. An available adaptive suspension system is an extra $990 and well worth the money, as it helps it feel even more relaxing over bumpy roads without being floaty.

The GLB has four individual drive modes – Eco, Comfort, Sport, and Individual – to provide drivers with the ability to set up the vehicle to their specific needs.

Versatile cabin that’s also spacious. Despite having a footprint that’s smaller than the GLC-Class, Mercedes’ other compact crossover, the GLB offers a more versatile interior.

For one, the GLB has seating for up to seven (with the optional third row), which is rare for the class. The only other vehicle in the automaker’s lineup that has three rows of seating is the large GLS.

The GLB also offers an extra dose of adaptability thanks to its second row that can slide fore and after for extra space. With a 40/20/40-split, the seats are also capable of moving individually.

In addition to the versatile seating space, the GLB has a large cargo area. It has a total of 62 cubic feet of cargo space. Thanks to the movable second row, cargo space behind the second row ranges from 20 cubic feet up to 26 cubic feet. The GLB’s maximum cargo capacity is better than the slightly larger GLC because of its boxy design.


Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class

Options are needed for a luxurious feel. While the GLB comes with high-end features, unfortunately, it doesn’t feel upscale unless you tack on available packages.

Standard features include dual-zone climate control, LED headlights, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 7-inch touchscreen. The infotainment system is difficult to learn, however.

Still, the base GLB doesn’t feel like a luxury vehicle. Available equipment like a Burmester sound system, a head-up display, wireless smartphone charging, ventilated and front seats, a panoramic roof, and leather upholstery all help it feel like a luxury crossover, but they inflate the cost dramatically.

Mercedes requires consumers to tack on expensive packages to get all of the latest safety features in the GLB, too. Adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, and more are only available through pricey packages.

Final thoughts. The 2020 Mercedes GLB will meet a lot of consumers’ needs. High-tech features, a spacious cabin, available luxury features, and a peppy engine will appeal to many buyers. Plus, there’s the GLB’s hidden ace, which is seating for up to seven.

We have little to complain about with the GLB. It has low-end materials in some places, a tight third row, and is lacking some standard active safety equipment. We’re also looking forward to seeing more trims – an AMG version would be great.

In terms of competition, the Volkswagen Tiguan and the Land Rover Discovery Sport are other compact options with three rows of seating. The Tiguan is priced more affordably, has a larger cargo area, more standard safety features, and is a better value proposition. But it has a less powerful engine, a third row that’s just as tight, worse fuel economy, and a powertrain that’s not as refined.

The Discovery Sport is more of an off-roader compared to the GLB. Land Rover’s option has less cargo space, a more powerful standard engine, an incredibly tight third row, loads of standard features, and worse fuel economy.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.0L I-4 / 221 HP / 258 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard: 8-spd sequential shift control auto-shift man w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
23 / 30 / 26 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5 / 7
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.0L I-4 / 221 HP / 258 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
23 / 30 / 26 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Strut
Rear Suspension
Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Fuel Tank
15.9 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$61
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
62.0 Cu.ft. / 56.7 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
Exterior Length
182.4 "
Exterior Width
72.2 "
Exterior Height
65.3 "
Front Headroom
40.7 "
Rear Headroom
39.3 " / 38.7 "
Front Legroom
41.4 "
Rear Legroom
38.1 " / 36.9 "
Front Shoulder Room
55.9 "
Rear Shoulder Room
54.9 " / 55.0 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,638 Lbs. / 3,759 Lbs.
Wheel Base
111 "
Turning Radius
19.2 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
18.0 " Silver Aluminum / 19.0 " Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum / 19.0 " Machined W/painted Accents Amg Aluminum / 20.0 " Machined W/painted Accents Amg Aluminum / 20.0 " Black Amg Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Metallic Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Heated, Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger / Power Remote Heated Driver
Bumpers
Body-colored With Black Insert
Grille Moldings
With Metal-look Bar / Black W/chrome Accents
Rear Spoiler
Lip
Exhaust
Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5 / 7
Seat Trim
Mb-tex Leatherette / Dinamica/mb-tex Simulated Suede/leatherette / Leather
Front Seat Type
Bucket / Sport Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
8-way (8-way Power) / (10-way Power) / 8-way (10-way Power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
8-way (8-way Power) / (10-way Power) / 8-way (10-way Power)
Front Armrests
8-way (8-way Power) / (10-way Power) / 8-way (10-way Power)
Rear Armrests
Rear Seats
40-20-40 Bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Am/fm/hd, Seek-scan / Siriusxm Am/fm/hd/satellite, Seek-scan
Speakers
8 / 12 Burmester
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt / Telescopic Tilt Style
Climate Control
Thermotronic
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Express Open/close
Rearview Mirror
Day-night / Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Front And Rear
Tinted Windows
Deep
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
3
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Driver
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Rear Side-impact Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front And Rear
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Active Brake Assist With Autonomous Emergency Braking Forward Collision Mitigation / Pre-safe Forward Collision Mitigation / Pre-safe Plus Forward Collision Mitigation
Blind Spot Sensor
Blind Spot / Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot / Active Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot
Lane Departure Warning
Active Lane Keeping Assist Lane Departure
Autonomous Cruise Control
Hands-on (with Lane Change) Steering Assist / Distronic Plus With Steering Assist Hands-on Steering Assist / Distronic W/active Steering Assist & Active Lane Change Assist Hands-on (with Lane Change) Steering Assist
Pedestrian Detection
Active Brake Assist Front Pedestrian Detection Prevention
Driver Attention Alert
Attention Assist Driver Attention
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Adaptive Highbeam Assist (aha) Auto High-beam
Adaptive Headlights
Directionally Adaptive
Parking Sensors
Parktronic W/advanced Parking Assist Automated
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Major Components Months
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
Roadside Assistance Months
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Accessories Months

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