2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB SUV

Performance

The GLB 250 is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine, producing 221 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. This mild-hybrid features an integrated starter generator that can also deliver up to 13 hp and 110 lb-ft of torque on demand. It has an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission and comes standard with front-wheel drive.

At its core, the GLB 250 prioritizes luxury and comfort over performance. With its long wheelbase and comfort-tuned suspension, it is quite a comfortable small people mover. But fear not; the GLB 35’s active suspension will tighten the handling a bit if you find the standard GLB too supple.

The sportier Mercedes-AMG® GLB 35 also features a 2.0-liter turbo, but it’s been tuned by AMG®. It produces 302 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, which means it’ll hit 60 in 5.4 seconds. The eight-speed dual-clutch transmission and (standard) 4MATIC® all-wheel drive are also tuned for sportier response and edgier dynamics.

Exterior

The GLB may not compete with the S-Class on looks, but for a boxy little people-mover, it offers a refined silhouette with sharp detailing. The styling carries over from 2025. However, a new “Lite” version of the Night Package expands its aesthetic options. The standard Night Package remains available for buyers who prefer dark accents to chrome or stainless treatments.

Interior

No matter where you look in the GLB, its clever packaging impresses. It offers ample storage in both the passenger cabin and the cargo area, making it incredibly practical. The GLB may look like a compact, but it provides a midsize interior cabin. Combined with the boxy shape, this means you can fit things of all shapes and sizes.

The most significant upside to the GLB’s tight packaging is its cavernous second row. Passengers get sliding and reclining seats for extra comfort, and the combination of fold-down seat backs and sliding bases can also be utilized to expand the already impressive cargo area. The GLB offers 24 cubic feet of storage space behind the second row, and its rear load floor can be lowered to accommodate larger items, making it the best cargo hauler in the premium compact space.

The GLB also has available third-row seating. It’s not spacious, but if you occasionally need extra space for humans, it will come through in a pinch.

Technology

Every GLB includes the last iteration of Mercedes-Benz’s MBUX infotainment suite housed in a standard 10.25-inch display. This can be controlled by a center console touchpad, steering wheel controls, or even voice commands. Wireless Android Auto™ and Apple Carplay® are both standard, offering even more versatility. Amazon Alexa integration is also included.

A navigation upgrade is available for the standard infotainment system, but the screen size remains the same regardless of the options you choose. A surround-view camera is also available both as a stand-alone option or bundled with navigation in the Pinnacle package (which also includes the upgraded Burmester® audio system**).

Safety and Driver Assistance

Mercedes-Benz prioritizes passenger safety, and the GLB is no exception. In addition to the standard passive and active safety systems listed below, there is an available Driver Assistance Package that bundles Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC®, Active Steering Assist, Evasive Steering Assist, Active Brake Assist with Cross-Traffic Function, Active Emergency Stop Assist, Active Speed Limit Assist, Active Lane Keep Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist, Active Lane Change Assist, PRESAFE®, PRESAFE® Plus, PRESAFE® Sound, and Route-Based Speed Adaptation.

Standard safety features include:

• Forward collision warning
• Forward automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection
• Blind-spot monitor
• Rear cross-traffic monitor

Driver inattention monitor