Compare performance (272 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (38200 £ vs 40500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q3 or Mercedes GLB?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Audi Q3 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38200 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 40500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2281 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q3 manages with 1.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.60 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLB has a to a small extent edge – offering 320 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Audi Q3 takes 5.70 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLB performs minimal better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Audi Q3 tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
Both models offer the same torque – 400 Nm.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Audi Q3 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1635 kg compared to 1640 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers to a small extent more room – 570 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs noticeable better – up to 1805 L, which is about 419 L more than the Audi Q3.
When it comes to payload, Audi Q3 slight takes the win – 535 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
The Audi Q3 holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Audi Q3 feels like a grown-up compact SUV with premium polish and city-friendly agility, the sort of car that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally satisfying. Inside, you get quality materials and smart packaging that keep things practical without skimping on style, so it’s an easy pick for buyers who want luxury without the drama.
detailsThe Mercedes GLB is a practical compact SUV that mixes boxy, family-friendly space with premium German polish, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want usefulness without pretension. It drives with a confident, composed feel and somehow manages to look both rugged and refined — the grown-up SUV that still likes to have fun.
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Price
38200 - 52900 £
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Price
40500 - 65300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
118 - 119 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
39 - 195 g/km
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co2
146 - 204 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1635 - 1900 kg
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Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
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Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
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Length
4531 mm
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Length
4634 - 4650 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Width
1834 - 1850 mm
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Height
1559 - 1601 mm
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Height
1665 - 1692 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1196 - 1386 L
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Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
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Payload
505 - 535 kg
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Payload
500 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 272 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
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Max Speed
208 - 240 km/h
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Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 200 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Audi Q3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.