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Mercedes GLB vs VW Touran – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Mercedes GLB meets VW Touran.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 35400 £, while the Mercedes GLB costs 40500 £. That’s a price difference of around 5114 £.

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.

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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 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.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLB performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Touran tops out at 209 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

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.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Touran performs barely noticeable better – up to 1980 L, which is about 175 L more than the Mercedes GLB.

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.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes GLB shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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
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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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VW Touran

The 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
40500 - 65300 £
Price
35400 - 43900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
146 - 204 g/km
co2
136 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
1520 - 1631 kg
Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
834 L
Length
4634 - 4650 mm
Length
4527 mm
Width
1834 - 1850 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1665 - 1692 mm
Height
1668 mm
Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
Max trunk capacity
1980 L
Payload
500 kg
Payload
590 - 601 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
195 - 209 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
250 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW

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What drivetrain options does the Mercedes GLB have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.