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Mercedes GLB vs Mercedes GLA comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 38,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Mercedes GLA?

Mercedes GLB vs Mercedes GLA: Key differences

Mercedes GLB

3.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more electric range
  • a bit more trunk space
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Mercedes GLA

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

GLB

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes GLA is somewhat cheaper – starting at 38,800 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,361 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLA uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers clearly more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 557 km more than the Mercedes GLA.

GLA

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 GLA offers moderately more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLB delivers barely more torque with 515 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.

GLB

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes GLA is a bit lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers a bit more boot space – 540 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLB carries marginally more – 505 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLB holds a slight edge 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.

from £43,200
GLB

Mercedes GLB

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 431 - 631 km
Mercedes GLB
Mercedes GLA

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mercedes GLA

The Mercedes GLA is a compact luxury crossover that brings Mercedes-Benz's refined design and premium cabin materials into a practical, city-friendly package. It combines comfortable ride quality and intuitive tech with poised handling, making it a confident choice for everyday driving and longer journeys.

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Mercedes GLB
Mercedes GLA

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
Price
38,800 - 75,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
431 - 631 km
Electric Range
74 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 138 g/km
co2
66 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,840 - 2,280 kg
Curb weight
1,570 - 1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,834 - 1,849 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 505 kg
Payload
480 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

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