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BMW XM vs Mercedes GLB comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Mercedes GLB?

BMW XM vs Mercedes GLB: Key differences

BMW XM

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes GLB

3.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

XM

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes GLB is significantly cheaper – starting at 43,200 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 72,945 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW XM uses 4.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers clearly more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 551 km more than the BMW XM.

GLB

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 BMW XM offers substantially more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 394 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers clearly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 485 Nm more.

XM

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes GLB is significantly lighter – 1,840 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 855 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers very slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries only slightly more – 525 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLB comes out modestly ahead 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.

from £43,200
GLB

Mercedes GLB

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 431 - 631 km
BMW XM
Mercedes GLB

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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Mercedes GLB

The Mercedes GLB is a compact luxury SUV that blends smart packaging with a polished, composed driving experience. Its flexible interior and premium feel make it a sensible pick for buyers who want Mercedes comfort and practicality in a smaller footprint.

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BMW XM
Mercedes GLB

Costs and Consumption

Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
431 - 631 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
0 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
1,840 - 2,280 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
540 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
485 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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