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Mercedes GLB vs Renault Austral - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (320 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (40500 £ vs 29700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Renault Austral?

Mercedes GLB

Renault Austral

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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.

Renault Austral has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £, while the Mercedes GLB costs 40500 £. That’s a price difference of around 10767 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Austral manages with 4.80 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.60 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

Austral

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 has a evident edge – offering 320 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Renault Austral takes 8.40 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLB performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Austral tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLB pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 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, Renault Austral is hardly perceptible lighter – 1539 kg compared to 1640 kg. The difference is around 101 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers hardly perceptible more room – 570 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs slight better – up to 1805 L, which is about 44 L more than the Renault Austral.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLB barely noticeable takes the win – 500 kg compared to 477 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLB proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLB is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £40,500
GLB

Mercedes GLB

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.6 - 9 L
Mercedes GLB
Renault Austral

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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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Renault Austral

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The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Mercedes GLB
Renault Austral
GLB
Austral

Costs and Consumption

Price
40500 - 65300 £
Price
29700 - 37800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
146 - 204 g/km
co2
109 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
1539 - 1613 kg
Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
Length
4634 - 4650 mm
Length
4533 mm
Width
1834 - 1850 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1665 - 1692 mm
Height
1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
Payload
500 kg
Payload
464 - 477 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
158 - 200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
116 - 147 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3

General

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

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.