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Mercedes GLB vs SsangYong Rexton - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (320 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (40500 £ vs 41100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or SsangYong Rexton?

Mercedes GLB

SsangYong Rexton

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.

Mercedes GLB has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40500 £ , while the SsangYong Rexton costs 41100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 625 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLB manages with 5.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.20 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.

Rexton

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLB has a evident edge – offering 320 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 118 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 SsangYong Rexton takes 10.60 s. That’s about 5.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLB performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the SsangYong Rexton tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 66 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SsangYong Rexton pulls slight stronger with 441 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 41 Nm difference.

GLB

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLB is clearly perceptible lighter – 1640 kg compared to 2145 kg. The difference is around 505 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers noticeable more room – 784 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 214 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SsangYong Rexton performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1977 L, which is about 172 L more than the Mercedes GLB.

When it comes to payload, SsangYong Rexton distinct takes the win – 770 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 270 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLB proves to be wins the duel decisively 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
SsangYong Rexton

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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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SsangYong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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Mercedes GLB
SsangYong Rexton

Costs and Consumption

Price
40500 - 65300 £
Price
41100 - 51300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
8.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
146 - 204 g/km
co2
214 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
2145 - 2180 kg
Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
4634 - 4650 mm
Length
4850 mm
Width
1834 - 1850 mm
Width
1960 mm
Height
1665 - 1692 mm
Height
1825 mm
Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
Max trunk capacity
1806 - 1977 L
Payload
500 kg
Payload
655 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.60 s
Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
148 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
2157 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2021 - 2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
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.