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Mercedes GLB vs SsangYong Korando comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or SsangYong Korando?

Mercedes GLB vs SsangYong Korando: Key differences

Mercedes GLB

3.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • only slightly more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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:

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.

SsangYong Korando is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,206 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLB uses 5.7 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes GLB is only slightly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the SsangYong Korando. That’s a difference of about 1.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers significantly more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 292 km more than the SsangYong Korando.

Korando

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 Mercedes GLB offers considerably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 164 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLB delivers noticeably more torque with 515 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 155 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, SsangYong Korando is noticeably lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 323 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers only slightly more boot space – 551 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLB carries only slightly more – 505 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLB 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.

from £43,200
GLB

Mercedes GLB

  • Engine Type : Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 431 - 631 km
Mercedes GLB
SsangYong Korando

Costs and Consumption

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Mercedes GLB

The Mercedes GLB is a compact luxury SUV that blends smart packaging with a polished, composed driving experience. Its flexible interior and premium feel make it a sensible pick for buyers who want Mercedes comfort and practicality in a smaller footprint.

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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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Mercedes GLB
SsangYong Korando

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
431 - 631 km
Electric Range
339 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 138 g/km
co2
0 - 197 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

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
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
551 L
Length
-
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
-
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Payload
485 - 505 kg
Payload
410 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
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