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Mercedes GLB vs Porsche Cayenne - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (320 HP vs 1156 HP), boot space and price (40500 £ vs 87000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Porsche Cayenne?

Mercedes GLB

5 (1 Reviews)
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Porsche Cayenne

1.9 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

GLB

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes GLB has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40500 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46491 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Porsche Cayenne manages with 4 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.60 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

Cayenne

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 Porsche Cayenne has a significantly edge – offering 1156 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 836 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 2.50 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.50 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs to a small extent better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Mercedes GLB tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls convincingly stronger with 1500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 1100 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Mercedes GLB is clearly perceptible lighter – 1640 kg compared to 2130 kg. The difference is around 490 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers distinct more room – 781 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 211 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs minimal better – up to 1805 L, which is about 97 L more than the Porsche Cayenne.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Cayenne clearly perceptible takes the win – 705 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Cayenne sits 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.

Mercedes GLB
Porsche Cayenne

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Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 - 1156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4 - 12.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.7 - 20.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 74 - 642 km

Mercedes GLB

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Porsche Cayenne

1.9 (1 Reviews)
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Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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Mercedes GLB
Porsche Cayenne

Costs and Consumption

Price
40500 - 65300 £
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
74 - 642 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
146 - 204 g/km
co2
0 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
2130 - 2720 kg
Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
4634 - 4650 mm
Length
4930 mm
Width
1834 - 1850 mm
Width
1980 - 1989 mm
Height
1665 - 1692 mm
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Payload
500 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
353 - 1156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
500 - 1500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Porsche
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes GLB have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.