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Mercedes GLB vs Mercedes EQS – Which car suits you better?

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

Mercedes GLB

Mercedes EQS

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes GLB has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40500 £, while the Mercedes EQS costs 93900 £. That’s a price difference of around 53391 £.

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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 Mercedes EQS has a significantly edge – offering 544 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 224 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4.40 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.50 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLB performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes EQS tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes EQS pulls significantly stronger with 858 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 458 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLB is significantly lighter – 1640 kg compared to 2545 kg. The difference is around 905 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers minimal more room – 610 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs minimal better – up to 1805 L, which is about 35 L more than the Mercedes EQS.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes EQS slightly takes the win – 565 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

Mercedes GLB
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Costs and Consumption

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Mercedes EQS

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 360 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.5 - 17.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 790 - 816 km

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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Mercedes EQS

The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
40500 - 65300 £
Price
93900 - 123500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.2 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
790 - 816 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
118 kWh
co2
146 - 204 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
2545 - 2655 kg
Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
610 L
Length
4634 - 4650 mm
Length
5223 mm
Width
1834 - 1850 mm
Width
1926 mm
Height
1665 - 1692 mm
Height
1512 mm
Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 L
Payload
500 kg
Payload
550 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
360 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
568 - 858 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
265 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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.

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