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Mercedes GLB vs Skoda Elroq comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 32,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Skoda Elroq?

Mercedes GLB vs Skoda Elroq: Key differences

Mercedes GLB

3.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Skoda Elroq

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • only slightly 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

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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.

Skoda Elroq is markedly cheaper – starting at 32,000 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,149 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Skoda Elroq is barely more efficient: consuming 15.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the Mercedes GLB. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 57 km more than the Skoda Elroq.

Elroq

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 barely more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Elroq is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Elroq delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 164 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 slightly lighter – 1,840 kg compared to 2,036 kg. The difference is around 196 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers moderately more boot space – 540 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Elroq carries only slightly more – 549 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Elroq has the upper hand 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 £32,000
Elroq

Skoda Elroq

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.1 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 441 - 574 km
Mercedes GLB
Skoda Elroq

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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Skoda Elroq

The Skoda Elroq is a practical and well-rounded compact SUV that blends clever packaging with a calm, comfortable ride. It offers a sensible interior, straightforward technology and a value-focused approach, making it a particularly good choice for families and everyday drivers.

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Mercedes GLB
Skoda Elroq

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
Price
32,000 - 47,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
431 - 631 km
Electric Range
441 - 574 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,840 - 2,280 kg
Curb weight
2,036 - 2,255 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,884 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 505 kg
Payload
482 - 549 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 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
Skoda
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