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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
40500 - 65300 £
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Price
41100 - 51300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
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Consumption L/100km
8.20 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
146 - 204 g/km
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co2
214 - 216 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
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Curb weight
2145 - 2180 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
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Length
4634 - 4650 mm
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Length
4850 mm
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Width
1834 - 1850 mm
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Width
1960 mm
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Height
1665 - 1692 mm
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Height
1825 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
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Max trunk capacity
1806 - 1977 L
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Payload
500 kg
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Payload
655 - 770 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Power HP
202 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.60 s
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Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
184 km/h
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Torque
441 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Power kW
148 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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Engine capacity
2157 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2021 - 2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
SsangYong
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.