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Performance
The Mercedes GLB 250 has a maximum power of 200 kW (272 hp / 268 bhp) and a total torque of 335 Nm (247 lb-ft). It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 7.4 seconds and reaches a top speed of 210 km/h (131 mph).
Battery, Range, and Charging
The battery has a net capacity of 71.0kWh. The system is classified as an 800-volt battery system. This high voltage is pivotal in enabling the system's charging capabilities.
The lithium-ion battery uses NMC (nickel manganese cobalt) chemistry.
Under the WLTP (Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure) standard, the maximum rated range is 527 km (328 miles). Depending on the configuration and options such as wheel size, the rated range can be as low as 453 km (282 miles). Larger wheels generally increase energy consumption and reduce range.
WLTP energy consumption is 13.5 kWh/100 km for the base configuration and 15.7 kWh/100 km for the highest-consumption configuration.
For more details about the range, see real-world data and range listings on this model’s range and consumption page.
The vehicle supports fast DC charging with a maximum power of 250 kW. A 0–100% charge takes approximately 4484 minutes. A typical 10–80% session takes about 3139 minutes at an average power of 1 kW.
With five minutes of overhead per stop, the optimal charging window is 0–100%. Effective average power, including overhead, is 1 kW over a session lasting about 4489 minutes and 13 seconds.
Onboard Charger
The standard onboard charger supports AC charging at up to 11 kW. A full 0–100% charge takes about 6 hours and 27 minutes with a suitable home charging setup.
An optional 22 kW onboard charger reduces the full charge time to approximately 3 hours and 13 minutes.
Charge Port
The location of the charge port is on the right rear side. This placement makes it easy to use charging stations that require backing up to connect.
This model uses a CCS Combo 2 connector in its charge port.
Drivetrain
The Mercedes GLB 250 has a rear-wheel drive system supported by one motor on the rear axle.
Suspension
The Comfort suspension suspension has a fixed height and damping characteristics.
The Mercedes GLB 250 features an optional suspension system with MacPherson strut front construction and multilink rear construction. It has electronically controlled dampers on both axles and coil springs at both ends.
The Suspension with adaptive damping suspension has steel springs with a fixed height, but you can adjust damping to fit your driving style or road condition.
Drive Modes
The Mercedes GLB 250 lets the user select different drive modes that affect the car's handling.
Regenerative Braking
The regenerative braking system in this model offers several modes. The most efficient option is the Automatic Regeneration Mode, where the vehicle coasts when possible and employs regenerative braking to reduce speed as needed.
Manual regeneration is another mode, where regenerative braking is controlled by pressing the brake pedal. The brake system blends in physical brakes only when necessary.
Another option is the Regen on Accelerator Pedal mode where regenerative braking is activated when the driver eases off the accelerator pedal. This system allows the vehicle to slow down and recover energy without the driver needing to press the brake pedal, a feature often referred to as one-pedal driving.
Drivers can also adjust the regenerative braking strength when lifting off the accelerator. There are four levels of regenerative braking to choose from, allowing you to customize the driving experience to your preference.
Exterior
The Mercedes GLB 250 is classified as a compact SUV (C-SUV). It measures 4732 mm long, 1861 mm wide, and 1687 mm tall.
The Mercedes GLB 250 is available in a total of 9 paint colors, including metallic and matte options.
You can also choose from several styling options to make your car more unique.
The Mercedes GLB 250 offers multiple wheel options in different sizes. The available tire and wheel combinations include:
- 215/60 tires on 18" rims front and 235/55 tires on 18" rims rear
- 235/50 tires on 19-inch wheels at the front and 255/45 tires on 19-inch wheels at the rear
- 235/45 tires on 20-inch wheels at the front and 255/40 tires on 20-inch wheels at the rear
Narrower wheels reduce energy consumption and can increase range, while wider wheels can improve traction and handling.
The car has four regular doors and a liftgate.
A powered liftgate is standard, and a hands-free kick sensor is optional.
There is only one roof option for this model.
A large panoramic glass roof extending from front to rear is standard. Tinted glass reduces solar heat gain.
Privacy glass from the B-pillar rearward is optional. It reduces glare and solar heat.
Interior
The Mercedes GLB 250 features a driver-centric interior, designed to enhance the cockpit feel with premium materials throughout. It also includes a floating center console that creates an open space between the passenger and driver.
You can choose between different types of seat materials and interior styling.
You can choose between several interior designs.
Headliner colours
Available in:
- Fabric headliner black
Seats
Mercedes GLB 250 is available in a standard five-seat configuration, with an optional seven-seat layout for added versatility.
First Row Seats
The Mercedes GLB 250 offers a single type of front seat.
The Comfort seats seat offers:
- Fore-and-aft adjustment (manually adjustable, electrically adjustable as an option)
- Recline adjustment (manually adjustable, electrically adjustable as an option)
- Height adjustment (manually adjustable, electrically adjustable as an option)
- Height adjustable headrest (manually adjustable)
- Length adjustable headrest (manually adjustable)
- Heating
- Memory (optional)
- Adjustable lumbar support (electrically adjustable)
- Massage (optional)
Available in:
- Black fabric/leatherette upholstery
- Black microfiber/leatherette upholstery
- Ivory/Black leatherette upholstery
- Black leather upholstery
- Brown/Black leather upholstery
- Black/Green leather upholstery
Second-Row Seats
The second row features a standard three-seat bench with a FortyTwentyForty split, allowing each section to fold separately to increase cargo space.
Additional second-row features include:
- Fore-and-aft adjustment (optional)
- Recline adjustment (optional)
- Height adjustable headrest (manually adjustable)
- ISOFIX (standard for outer seats)
Third Row Seats
The third row has an optional two-seat bench with a 50:50 split. Again, you can fold down the seats when not used to create a larger cargo capacity.
Interior Storage
The Mercedes GLB 250 has the following interior storage:
- Door Pockets: The front doors include integrated storage pockets.
Interior Lighting
The Mercedes GLB 250 offers several interior lighting options.
- Ambient lighting (optional): Selectable colors. Locations: dashboard, center console, door panels.
Climate System
Two climate system options are available:
- 1-zone climate system: Controls a single zone for the whole cabin.
- 2-zone climate system: Supports different temperatures for the driver and passenger.
A standard heat pump reduces heating energy use in cold weather.
User Interface and Control
The Mercedes GLB 250 uses a primarily screen-based interface while retaining steering-column stalks and a limited number of physical buttons.
Two different screen setups are available on the Mercedes GLB 250.
The standard layout has the following configuration.
Behind the steering wheel is a digital instrument cluster, and on the right part, there is an infotainment screen.
Key screen details:
- Driver Information Display: A 10.3-inch screen positioned behind the steering wheel on the left side of the shared dashboard frame. It provides essential driving data such as speed, range, and navigation prompts. The display uses LCD technology.
- Infotainment Touchscreen: A 14.0-inch touchscreen located at the center of the shared frame on the dashboard. It serves as the main interface for infotainment, navigation, and vehicle settings. The display uses LCD technology.
The optional MBUX Superscreen layout has the following configuration.
Key screen details:
- Driver Information Display: A 10.3-inch screen positioned behind the steering wheel on the left side of the shared dashboard frame. It provides essential driving data such as speed, range, and navigation prompts. The display uses LCD technology.
- Infotainment Touchscreen: A 14.0-inch touchscreen located at the center of the shared frame on the dashboard. It serves as the main interface for infotainment, navigation, and vehicle settings. The display uses LCD technology.
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An optional head-up display projects key driving information such as speed and navigation cues onto the windshield.
Steering Wheel
The Mercedes GLB 250 is equipped with a single type of steering wheel:
The steering wheel adjusts for tilt and reach. The adjustment is manual.
Controls: Capacitive touch buttons, Scroll wheels, Toggle switches
Heating: Available as an option
From the steering wheel you can control:
- Speed limiter
- Cruise Control: A stalk or button on the steering wheel allows you to set and adjust the cruise control speed.
- Adjust following distance (adaptive cruise)
- Media volume
Mirrors
Both the exterior and interior mirrors use conventional mirror technology to provide a clear view of the area behind the vehicle.
Voice control is standard.
Infotainment
The Mercedes GLB 250 features the Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS), making it the most intelligent Mercedes-Benz ever. The new AI-enhanced system makes it possible to equip every vehicle with supercomputers connected to the Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Cloud. This enables regular over-the-air updates1 for the most important vehicle functions, including driving assistance systems for the first time.
Navigation System
The built-in navigation system uses detailed maps and offers advanced route planning. It provides real-time traffic information and satellite maps.
App Store
The infotainment system includes an App Store where you can download third-party apps to run natively on the car's screen without needing a connected phone. Available apps vary by market.
Phone Mirroring
The Mercedes GLB 250 supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, providing access to compatible phone apps such as Google Maps and Waze on the car's display.
Sound System
The Mercedes GLB 250 has one sound system option:
- Burmester 3D Surround Sound System: The system has 16 speakers and a maximum output of 850 watts.
The model includes USB-C connectivity as standard (total: 4).
Mobile App
The Mercedes GLB 250 has a mobile app for Android and iOS to manage and monitor the vehicle remotely. Features:
- Locate Your Vehicle: Check the current location of your car.
- Preconditioning: Preheat or cool your car before you start your journey.
- Lock and unlock: Lock or unlock the doors remotely.
- Window Control: Open or close the windows remotely.
- Scheduled Charging: Set a charging schedule.
- Charge Target: Set the battery's target state of charge.
- Find your car: Sound the horn or flash the lights to locate the car.
Lights
You can choose between two types of headlights for the Mercedes GLB 250.
- Standard Headlights: These use LED technology.
- LED Matrix Headlights: Available as an upgrade, this adaptive system divides the traditional headlight beam into dozens of smaller rays that the light controller can activate or deactivate individually. This optimizes lighting by selectively dimming specific areas to avoid dazzling oncoming traffic. The lights swivel when turning to illuminate the direction of travel. It includes corner lights that illuminate the side when turning.
The taillights use LED technology.
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
The Mercedes GLB 250 offers standard and optional advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
Efficiency Assist: A Standard feature that helps drivers anticipate driving conditions and conserve energy.
Safety Systems
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS): Standard on the Mercedes GLB 250. It prevents the wheels from locking during braking.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Standard on the Mercedes GLB 250. It improves stability during sudden maneuvers and on slippery roads.
Lane-Keeping Assist (LKA): Standard on the Mercedes GLB 250. It applies steering corrections if the vehicle begins to leave its lane.
The Lane Departure Warning alerts the driver if the vehicle begins to leave its lane.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW): Standard on the Mercedes GLB 250. It warns the driver of a potential frontal collision.
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB): Standard on the Mercedes GLB 250. It applies the brakes automatically if the driver does not respond to an imminent collision.
Automatic Emergency Steering (AES): Standard on the Mercedes GLB 250. The system can steer automatically to help avoid an imminent collision.
Blind-spot Monitoring (BSM): Standard on the Mercedes GLB 250. It detects traffic in the vehicle's blind spots.
Exit Warning: Standard on the Mercedes GLB 250. It warns occupants not to open a door when it detects approaching traffic or another hazard.
Driving Automation
The Mercedes GLB 250 offers driving automation at levels 1 or 2, depending on the equipment level.
The Level 1 MB.DRIVE Standard system provides the following driving automation features.
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
- Automatic parking (optional)
The optional MB.DRIVE ASSIST SAE Level 2 system adds the following features:
- Lane Centering Assist (LCA) / AutoSteer: Centers the vehicle in its lane and adjusts speed in traffic. The driver must keep their hands on the steering wheel and remain attentive.
- Automatic Lane Change (ALC)
Safety
The Mercedes GLB 250 is equipped with the following airbags:
- Front airbags for the driver and front passenger
- Side curtain airbags for both the first and second rows
- Side airbags for the driver and front passenger
- Side airbags for the second-row passengers
- A front-center airbag that reduces the risk of the driver and front passenger colliding with each other during a side impact
Security and Access Technologies
The Mercedes GLB 250 includes the following security and access features:
- Keyless Entry and Start: With the standard keyless start and optional keyless entry, you can unlock and start the vehicle seamlessly without removing the key from your pocket or bag.
- Phone-as-Key Functionality: The optional phone-as-key feature lets you use your smartphone to unlock and start the vehicle.
- Alarm System: Monitors for unauthorized entry or tampering and sounds the alarm when triggered.
- Parking Surveillance: Using its cameras, the vehicle monitors its surroundings while parked.
Cargo Capacity and Towing Ability
The trunk offers a cargo capacity of 540 liters (19.1 cu ft). With the rear seat folded down, this expands to 1715 liters (60.6 cu ft).
The maximum roof load is 75 kg (165.3 lb).
Roof rails are standard for easy mounting of a roof box or rack.
The frunk (front trunk) has a capacity of 127 liters (4.5 cu ft).
The maximum permitted vehicle weight is 2700 kg (5952 lbs), and the base curb weight is 2120 kg (4674 lbs). This leaves a payload of 580 kg (1279 lbs), including occupants. Options can increase curb weight and reduce payload.
A towbar can be added to the vehicle. The maximum permissible weight for a braked trailer is 1500 kg (3307 lbs), while for an unbraked trailer, it is 750 kg (1653 lbs).
Availability & Pricing
This model is available exclusively in Europe.
Pricing
Pricing may vary depending on local conditions, incentives, and promotions. Below are the starting prices for select countries:
Other markets (3)
- €49,950 (France)
- €56,549 (Germany)
- €54,764 (Netherlands)
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