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Mercedes GLB vs Nissan Leaf comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Nissan Leaf?

Mercedes GLB vs Nissan Leaf: Key differences

Mercedes GLB

3.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • only slightly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
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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.

Nissan Leaf is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,383 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Nissan Leaf is a bit more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the Mercedes GLB. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 7 km more than the Nissan Leaf.

Leaf

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 GLB offers noticeably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 217 HP. That’s roughly 137 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Nissan Leaf takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLB delivers visibly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 355 Nm. That’s about 160 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 1,864 kg. The difference is around 24 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLB carries somewhat more – 505 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLB stands well ahead of its rival 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
Nissan Leaf

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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Mercedes GLB
Nissan Leaf

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
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
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
431 - 631 km
Electric Range
436 - 624 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 138 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,840 - 2,280 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 505 kg
Payload
441 - 444 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
176 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

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