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Mercedes GLB vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe - Differences and prices compared

Q: How much power does the Mercedes GLB deliver on the road?

Depending on the version, the Mercedes GLB delivers up to 320 HP.

Q: How much fuel does the Mercedes GLB use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 5.60 L.

Q: What is the top speed of the Mercedes GLB?

The Mercedes GLB reaches up to 250 km/h.

Q: How much luggage fits in the Mercedes GLB?

Depending on configuration, up to 570 L fit inside.

Q: How big is the Mercedes GLB overall?

Overall, the Mercedes GLB is 4634 mm long, 1834 mm wide and 1692 mm high.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower of the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?

Depending on the version, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe delivers up to 300 HP.

Q: How much fuel does the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 4.20 L.

Q: What is the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe’s trunk volume?

Depending on configuration, up to 430 L fit inside.

Compare performance (320 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (40500 £ vs 31800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31800 £, while the Mercedes GLB costs 40500 £. That’s a price difference of around 8709 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe manages with 4.20 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.60 L. The difference is about 1.40 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 2 Series Gran Coupe is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.50 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: pulls stronger with compared to . That’s about difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is hardly perceptible lighter – 1495 kg compared to 1640 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers distinct more room – 570 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLB hardly perceptible takes the win – 500 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe shows itself to be performs better in key areas 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.

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

Price : 31800 - 51200 £
Body Type : Coupe
Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 122 - 300 HP
Consumption L/100km : 4.2 - 7.5 L
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 4.9 - 9.9 s
Model Year : 2025
Max Speed : 214 - 250 km/h
Torque : 230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 3 - 4
Doors : 4
Model : 2er Gran Coupe
Modell : 220 Gran Coupé, 218d Gran Coupé, 220d Gran Coupé, M235 Gran Coupé, 216 Gran Coupé, 223 Gran Coupé
CO2 Efficiency Class : D, C, F
Trim Level : Steptronic (DKG), M Sport Design Steptronic (DKG), M Sportpaket Steptronic (DKG), M Sportpaket Pro Steptronic (DKG), xDrive Steptronic (DKG), M Sport Design xDrive Steptronic (DKG), M Sportpaket xDrive Steptronic (DKG), M Sportpaket Pro xDrive Steptronic (DKG)
Power kW : 90 - 221 kW
co2 : 110 - 170 g/km
Engine capacity : 1499 - 1998 cm3
Curb weight : 1495 - 1650 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 49 L
Trunk capacity : 360 - 430 L
Length : 4546 mm
Width : 1800 mm
Height : 1445 mm
Brand : BMW
Payload : 455 - 485 kg

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Costs and Consumption
Price 40500 - 65300 £	Price 31800 - 51200 £
Consumption L/100km 5.6 - 9 L	Consumption L/100km 4.2 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range -	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity -
co2 146 - 204 g/km	co2 110 - 170 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 52 - 60 L	Fuel tank capacity 49 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type SUV	Body Type Coupe
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 4
Curb weight 1640 - 1820 kg	Curb weight 1495 - 1650 kg
Trunk capacity 565 - 570 L	Trunk capacity 360 - 430 L
Length 4634 - 4650 mm	Length 4546 mm
Width 1834 - 1850 mm	Width 1800 mm
Height 1665 - 1692 mm	Height 1445 mm
Max trunk capacity 1800 - 1805 L	Max trunk capacity -
Payload 500 kg	Payload 455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel	Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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 116 - 320 HP	Power HP 122 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.5 - 11.5 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed 188 - 250 km/h	Max Speed 214 - 250 km/h
Torque 230 - 400 Nm	Torque 230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Power kW 85 - 235 kW	Power kW 90 - 221 kW
Engine capacity 1332 - 1991 cm3	Engine capacity 1499 - 1998 cm3