Compare performance (354 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Land Rover Discovery Sport?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes GLB is only slightly cheaper – starting at 43,200 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,260 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Land Rover Discovery Sport uses 4.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers clearly more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 573 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
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 offers noticeably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers only slightly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes GLB is only slightly lighter – 1,840 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 109 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers noticeably more boot space – 780 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries visibly more – 641 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 136 kg.
The Mercedes GLB is clearly superior 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.
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.
detailsDiscovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
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Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 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
58 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
95 - 187 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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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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
1,949 - 2,168 kg
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Trunk capacity
540 L
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Trunk capacity
780 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,861 mm
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Width
1,894 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
582 - 641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
163 - 269 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 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
380 - 540 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
120 - 198 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 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, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Land Rover
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