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Mercedes GLB vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

Mercedes GLB vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross: Key differences

Mercedes GLB

3.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • barely more trunk space
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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:

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.

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is very slightly cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,063 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes GLB is barely more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 16.7 kWh/100km for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. That’s a difference of about 1.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers marginally more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 4 km more than the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

Eclipse Cross

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 offers visibly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 136 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross takes 7.9 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLB delivers significantly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 215 Nm more.

GLB

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes GLB is very slightly lighter – 1,840 kg compared to 1,922 kg. The difference is around 82 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers barely more boot space – 545 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLB carries a bit more – 505 kg compared to 413 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLB holds a decisive overall lead 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
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Costs and Consumption

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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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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross combines coupe-like looks with crossover practicality, so you get style without the showroom attitude. It’s an affable daily driver that hides a few quirks behind a confident grin, making it an easy pick for buyers who want personality without fuss.

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Mercedes GLB
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
Price
41,100 - 48,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
431 - 631 km
Electric Range
615 - 627 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 138 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,840 - 2,280 kg
Curb weight
1,922 - 1,950 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,908 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 505 kg
Payload
385 - 413 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mitsubishi
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