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Mercedes GLB vs Toyota Corolla Cross comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Toyota Corolla Cross?

Mercedes GLB vs Toyota Corolla Cross: Key differences

Mercedes GLB

3.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla Cross

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Corolla Cross is noticeably cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,492 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla Cross uses 4.9 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Corolla Cross

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 174 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Toyota Corolla Cross takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

GLB

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla Cross is markedly lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 460 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers noticeably more boot space – 540 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla Cross carries marginally more – 560 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLB is far ahead overall 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.

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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
Toyota Corolla Cross

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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Toyota Corolla Cross

The Toyota Corolla Cross takes the familiar Corolla recipe, lifts it up and dresses it in SUV clothes — sensible, comfortable and blessedly unflashy. It won’t thrill the enthusiast, but its easy manners, clever packaging and dependable feel make it an ideal everyday car for shoppers who prefer sense over sass.

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Mercedes GLB
Toyota Corolla Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
Price
31,700 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
431 - 631 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 138 g/km
co2
112 - 120 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
1,380 - 1,500 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 505 kg
Payload
515 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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