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What kind of vehicle is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class? What does it compare to?
The 2024 GLB-Class is a crossover SUV with decent room in two rows and in-a-pinch third-row utility. Shop it against Mercedes’ own GLA-Class and GLC-Class crossover SUVs, plus the Volvo XC60 and Audi Q5.
Is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class a good SUV?
The GLB-Class has a great interior, decent road manners, and surprising utility. It’s a 6.7 out of 10 on the TCC Rating scale. (Read more about how we rate cars.)
What’s new for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class?
A host of tweaks accompany the GLB-Class into the 2024 model year, including a new 48-volt mild-hybrid system for both versions that doesn’t change power output but should improve fuel economy. These small crossover SUVs have boxy styling that imparts a hint of ruggedness outside. Light tweaks give the bumpers and headlights a new look, though you’ll probably need to compare this year’s model with the 2023 to know. Inside, they’re svelte, clean, and luxurious, even if the feature count is on the skimpy side if you don’t add a few options.
Most models use 2.0-liter turbo-4 that nets 221 hp and a 6.9-second 0-60 mph sprint. The zippy–but pricey—GLB 35 AMG ups the ante to 302 hp and hits 60 mph in just over five seconds. All models use an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox to send power to the wheels—all four in most cases, though front-wheel drive is standard. Regardless of engine, the GLB now makes use of a 48-volt mild-hybrid system with a belt-driven motor-generator that can provide up to 13 hp of boost. The system is designed to improve acceleration and allow the gas engine to turn off in cruising, which should yield a bump in fuel economy estimates.
Quick-witted steering and a supple ride so long as you don’t select the biggest possible wheels all work in the GLB’s favor. Most versions ride on 19-inch wheels to start, and that’s as tall as we’d go.
Inside, the modern design offers up a stylish abode for four. Sure, there’s a third row on the options list, but anyone sitting back there had better be pretty small. And don’t expect to bring any luggage with you if row three is deployed. Flop the rear seats down, however, and about 62 cubic feet of luggage space awaits.
Mercedes now fits twin 10.3-inch touchscreens behind a single pane of glass. Wireless smartphone mirroring comes standard. A heated steering wheel is newly available.
Good crash-test ratings from the NHTSA are an asset, but the crash-avoidance tech Mercedes includes is pretty typical for the price point. You’ll pay extra for adaptive cruise control, a surround-view camera system, and a head-up display, for instance.
How much does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class cost?
Budget around $41,000 to start, but buckle up if you add any options. A GLB with all-wheel drive and a few features can easily nudge $50,000, while the AMG model crests $55,000 with ease.
Where is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class made?
In Mexico.
