Compare performance (320 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (40500 £ vs 36000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or VW Touran?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW Touran has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36000 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 40500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4514 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Touran manages with 5.20 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.60 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.
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 has a significantly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the VW Touran takes 8.90 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLB pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, VW Touran is barely noticeable lighter – 1520 kg compared to 1640 kg. The difference is around 120 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Touran offers evident more room – 834 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 264 L.
When it comes to payload, VW Touran slightly takes the win – 601 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 kg.
The Mercedes GLB is decisively ahead 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.
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 VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.
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Price
40500 - 65300 £
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Price
36000 - 45300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 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
136 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
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Curb weight
1520 - 1631 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
834 L
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Length
4634 - 4650 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1834 - 1850 mm
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Width
1829 mm
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Height
1665 - 1692 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
500 kg
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Payload
590 - 601 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Power HP
122 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
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Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Torque
250 - 360 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
90 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.