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2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class
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$101,100 excl. on-roads
7.8
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Safety Rating
5
Warranty
5 years
Fuel Efficiency
9.1 L / 100km
About the Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The updated Mercedes-Benz GLB seven-seat SUV range is set to go on sale in Australia this week.
The starting price for the GLB range has risen by $5900. It now starts at $72,900 before on-roads for the front-wheel drive GLB 200, and extends to $102,900 before on-roads for the AMG GLB 35 4Matic.
As part of the update the entire Mercedes-Benz GLB range now comes with a 48V mild-hybrid system that includes a belt-driven starter generator, which is capable of providing an additional 10kW for shorter period of time. It’s also claimed to enable smoother engine stop-start and coasting with the engine switched off.
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2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class Price
Mercedes-AMG
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $102,900 |
Base
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.3L, 7-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $72,900 |
| 2.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $84,100 |
*excl. on-roads
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2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class Specs
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2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class Dimensions
1697mm
1834mm
4634mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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Mercedes-Benz doesn’t quote a boot capacity figure with all three rows of seating upright, though with the third row stowed there’s 560 litres of boot space. This increases to 1755 litres with the third and second rows stowed.
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2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class Exterior
The facelift has also brought a redesigned front bumper, as well new full-LED headlights and tail lights.
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class Interior
Inside there’s the latest generation of the MBUX infotainment system which offers wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as a more sophisticated voice assistant.
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class Safety Rating
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB comes with the following safety equipment:
- Nine airbags
- Autonomous emergency braking
- Blind-spot assist
- Exit warning
- Lane-keep assist
- Adaptive cruise control
- Traffic sign recognition
- Driver attention monitoring
- Emergency SOS calling system
- Semi-autonomous parking assist
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Surround-view camera
The AMG GLB 35 4Matic adds:
- Active Steering Assist
- Active Speed Limit Assist
- Route-based speed adjustment
- Turning manoeuvre and cross-traffic function
- Evasive Steering Assist
- Pre-Safe Plus
- Guard 360 vehicle protection plus
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class Fuel Economy
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB range has the following claimed combined fuel economy figures:
- GLB 200: 6.6 litres per 100km
- GLB 250 4Matic: 7.9 litres per 100km
- AMG GLB 35 4Matic: 9.1 litres per 100km
| Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | Premium Unleaded | 5.5 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class?
Logbook servicing is required every 12 months or 25,000km, whichever comes first. Mercedes-Benz offers three-, four- and five-year service packages on the GLB range.
For the core GLB range they’re priced at $3170, $4150 and $5200, respectively, and for the AMG GLB 35 they’re priced at $3500, $4400, and $5885, respectively.
How does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class drive?
Our expert take on Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class drivability.
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 200 is powered by a 1.3-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 120kW of power and 270Nm of torque. This is mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission with drive sent to the front wheels only.
The GLB 250 4Matic is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 165kW and 350Nm. This is mated to an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission with drive sent through an all-wheel drive system.
The flagship AMG GLB 35 4Matic is also powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine but it produces a zestier 225kW and 400Nm. This is mated to a eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission with drive sent through an all-wheel drive system.
All Mercedes-Benz GLB variants now have a 48V mild-hybrid system that powers a belt-driven starter generator which can provide an additional 10kW for short periods of time. It also enables smoother engine stop-start and coasting with the engine switched off.
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class Colours
What colours are available for the Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB range is available in the following exterior paint colours:
- Digital White metallic
- Iridium Silver metallic
- Mountain Grey metallic
- Cosmos Black metallic
- Spectral Blue metallic
- Manufaktur Patagonia Red metallic (+$692)
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Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class FAQs
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class is the Base that starts from $72,900.
The most expensive Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class is the Mercedes-AMG that starts from $102,900.
The best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class is offered by the Base which can tow 2000 kg
The largest Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class is the Mercedes-AMG which measures 1850mm wide, 4650mm in length and sits 1697mm tall.
The most powerful Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class is the Mercedes-AMG which has 225kW of power from its 2.0L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION engine.
The Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class is built in Mexico and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class is the Mercedes-AMG which weighs 0 kg (kerb weight).
The Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class uses premium unleaded.