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Mercedes GLB vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Peugeot 408?

Mercedes GLB vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

Mercedes GLB

3.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • very slightly more efficient
  • somewhat 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.

Peugeot 408 is markedly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,080 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 408 uses 2.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 408 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the Mercedes GLB. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers markedly more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 175 km more than the Peugeot 408.

408

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 markedly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 114 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 Peugeot 408 takes 7.2 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLB delivers markedly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.

GLB

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 408 is somewhat lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 296 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLB carries only slightly more – 505 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 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 £35,100
408

Peugeot 408

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 240 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.6 - 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 79 - 456 km
Mercedes GLB
Peugeot 408

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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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Peugeot 408

The Peugeot 408 blends a coupe-like roofline with practical sensibility, delivering striking looks and a surprisingly airy, premium-feeling cabin. On the road it prefers comfort and poise over manic thrills, making it a smart, stylish choice for buyers who want something a bit different from the usual family hatchback.

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Mercedes GLB
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
431 - 631 km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 138 g/km
co2
0 - 114 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
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 505 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot
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