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Mercedes GLB vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Polestar 4?

Mercedes GLB vs Polestar 4: Key differences

Mercedes GLB

3.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • clearly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Polestar 4

4.8 (9 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

Mercedes GLB is noticeably cheaper – starting at 43,200 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,860 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes GLB is moderately more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 4. That’s a difference of about 2.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 11 km more than the Polestar 4.

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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 Polestar 4 offers clearly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 4 delivers markedly more torque with 686 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 171 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 GLB is clearly lighter – 1,840 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 390 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers marginally more boot space – 540 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLB carries very slightly more – 505 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 4 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.

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Polestar 4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 590 - 620 km
Mercedes GLB
Polestar 4

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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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Polestar 4

The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.

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Mercedes GLB
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
431 - 631 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
0 - 138 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,840 - 2,280 kg
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
-
Length
4,840 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
-
Height
1,534 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
Payload
485 - 505 kg
Payload
455 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Polestar
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