2023 FIAT 500X vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Review

Picture of the 2023 FIAT 500X

2023 FIAT
500X

MSRP*: $30,245 to $33,275
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLB 250

MSRP*: $44,650 to $46,650
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MPG - City 24 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 39.8 ft3 62.0 ft3
Engine
  • 177-hp, 1.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 177 hp 221 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 167.2 in 182.4 in
Exterior Width 70.7 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 34.8 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.8 in
Front 40.7 in
Rear 39.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 than in the FIAT 500X, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the FIAT 500X, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
With the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the FIAT 500X, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the FIAT 500X is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the FIAT 500X is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the FIAT 500X, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Handling
The FIAT 500X has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The FIAT 500X has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the FIAT 500X doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Utility
The FIAT 500X has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, making the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The FIAT 500X has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.