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Mercedes GLB vs Skoda Octavia Limousine - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (320 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (40500 £ vs 23800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Skoda Octavia Limousine?

Mercedes GLB

Skoda Octavia Limousine

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.

Skoda Octavia Limousine has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23800 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 40500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16689 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Octavia Limousine manages with 4.30 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.60 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

Octavia Limousine

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 somewhat edge – offering 320 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Skoda Octavia Limousine takes 6.40 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLB pulls minimal stronger with 400 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 30 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, Skoda Octavia Limousine is distinct lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1640 kg. The difference is around 289 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers slight more room – 600 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLB performs a bit better – up to 1805 L, which is about 250 L more than the Skoda Octavia Limousine.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Octavia Limousine slight takes the win – 545 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £23,800
Octavia Limousine

Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 6.8 L
Mercedes GLB
Skoda Octavia Limousine

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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 Octavia Limousine

The Skoda Octavia Limousine blends space and sensible charm into a calm, grown-up package that feels smarter than its modest badge suggests. Practical, comfortable and quietly clever, it's the sort of car that makes everyday driving feel noticeably less mundane and keeps both your wallet and patience intact.

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Mercedes GLB
Skoda Octavia Limousine

Costs and Consumption

Price
40500 - 65300 £
Price
23800 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
146 - 204 g/km
co2
111 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
1351 - 1537 kg
Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
600 L
Length
4634 - 4650 mm
Length
4698 - 4709 mm
Width
1834 - 1850 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1665 - 1692 mm
Height
1455 - 1470 mm
Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
Max trunk capacity
1555 L
Payload
500 kg
Payload
495 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
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.