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Mercedes GLB vs Land Rover Defender comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Land Rover Defender?
Mercedes GLB vs Land Rover Defender: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
GLB
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mercedes GLB is noticeably cheaper – starting at 43,200 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,660 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLB uses 5.7 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers significantly more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 583 km more than the Land Rover Defender.
Defender
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Defender offers clearly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 281 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers markedly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm more.
GLB
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: Land Rover Defender offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes GLB is markedly lighter – 1,840 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 460 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers visibly more boot space – 786 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 246 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries noticeably more – 819 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 314 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Land Rover Defender is far ahead overall 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.
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Land Rover Defender
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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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Land Rover Defender
The Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.
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Mercedes GLB
Land Rover Defender
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
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Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
431 - 631 km
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Electric Range
48 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 138 g/km
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co2
135 - 324 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 8
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,840 - 2,280 kg
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Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
540 L
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,861 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
485 - 505 kg
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
200 - 635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Land Rover
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