Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class Review: Facelift of the Compact Premium SUV

Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class (X247) after the 2023 facelift is a versatile luxury crossover with a seven-seat option, updated mild-hybrid engines, advanced systems and refined style. The model is ideal for families who value comfort, safety and dynamics in a compact format. Your car can become more practical and comfortable inside when using tuning accessories for the Mercedes GLB , a wide range of which is available in our product catalog.

Technical specifications

• Engines : Petrol 1.3 l (136-163 hp), 2.0 l (221-302 hp); diesel 2.0 l (116-190 hp), all petrol versions with 48-volt mild-hybrid.
• Torque : Up to 400 Nm (AMG GLB 35).
• Transmission : 7G-DCT or 8G-DCT, front-wheel drive or 4MATIC all-wheel drive.
• Dimensions: Length — 4634 mm, width — 1835 mm, height — 1695 mm, wheelbase — 2829 mm.
• Fuel consumption : 6.9-9.4 l/100 km — gasoline, 5.6-6.5 l/100 km — diesel (combined cycle).
• Trunk : 570 liters, up to 1805 liters with the seats folded.
• Speed indicators : 5.5-11.4 sec., max. speed — 190-250 km/h.

Equipment

The model is offered in Progressive, AMG Line and special editions. Progressive includes:

• Multimedia: MBUX with two 10.25-inch displays, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto support.
• Safety: Adaptive cruise, blind spot monitoring, active parking.
• Comfort: LED optics, 17-18-inch wheels, dual-zone climate control. AMG Line adds: sporty exterior, 19-inch wheels, premium audio system.
• Options: panoramic roof, third row of seats.

Exterior and interior

The exterior has been updated : new LED headlights, a new grille, colors like Spectral Blue. The AMG Line enhances the aggressiveness with bumpers.

The interior is premium: Artico leather, ambient lighting, space for seven people (third row for people up to 1.68 m tall). Improved MBUX with voice control and large screens provides intuitiveness.