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Mercedes GLB vs Honda Prelude – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes GLB has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40500 £, while the Honda Prelude costs 42400 £. That’s a price difference of around 1919 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda Prelude manages with 5.20 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.60 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLB has a decisively edge – offering 320 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Honda Prelude takes 8.20 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLB performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Honda Prelude tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 62 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLB pulls noticeable stronger with 400 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm 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: Mercedes GLB offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers convincingly more room – 570 L compared to 264 L. That’s a difference of about 306 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs significantly better – up to 1805 L, which is about 1045 L more than the Honda Prelude.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLB proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLB is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Mercedes GLB

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.6 - 9 L
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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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Honda Prelude

The Honda Prelude is the coupe that proves Honda can blend precision with a hint of romance, serving up crisp steering and a chassis that loves a flowing road. It’s practical enough for the commute and stylish enough to make parking-lot goodbyes last longer, with reliability that keeps your wallet calm and your right foot curious.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40500 - 65300 £
Price
42400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
146 - 204 g/km
co2
117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
264 L
Length
4634 - 4650 mm
Length
4525 mm
Width
1834 - 1850 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1665 - 1692 mm
Height
1349 mm
Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
Max trunk capacity
760 L
Payload
500 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.20 s
Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Honda

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What drivetrain options does the Mercedes GLB have?

Available configurations include 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.