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BMW X2 vs Mercedes GLB – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X2 or Mercedes GLB?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes GLB has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40500 £, while the BMW X2 costs 41200 £. That’s a price difference of around 719 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X2 manages with 4.50 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.60 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 hardly perceptible edge – offering 320 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X2 is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.50 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 400 Nm.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLB is hardly perceptible lighter – 1640 kg compared to 1645 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers minimal more room – 570 L compared to 560 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs somewhat better – up to 1805 L, which is about 335 L more than the BMW X2.

When it comes to payload, BMW X2 barely noticeable takes the win – 510 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW X2 shows itself to be won narrowly and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £41,200
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BMW X2

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 7.7 L

BMW X2

The BMW X2 feels like a sporty coupe dressed as an SUV, with sharp styling and a cheeky, youthful attitude that stands out in traffic. Inside it's driver-focused and compact but smartly packaged, perfect for city life and buyers who want BMW flair without the usual SUV bulk.

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Mercedes GLB

The 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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BMW X2
Mercedes GLB
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Costs and Consumption

Price
41200 - 58900 £
Price
40500 - 65300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
118 - 174 g/km
co2
146 - 204 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1645 - 1780 kg
Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
Trunk capacity
515 - 560 L
Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
Length
4554 - 4567 mm
Length
4634 - 4650 mm
Width
1845 mm
Width
1834 - 1850 mm
Height
1575 - 1590 mm
Height
1665 - 1692 mm
Max trunk capacity
1400 - 1470 L
Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
Payload
495 - 510 kg
Payload
500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
207 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
Torque
280 - 400 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the BMW X2?

The BMW X2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.