2024 Kia Telluride vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Review

Picture of the 2024 Kia Telluride

2024 Kia
Telluride

MSRP*: $36,190 to $53,385
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLB 250

MSRP*: $44,650 to $46,650
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MPG - City 18 - 20 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 26 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 87.0 ft3 62.0 ft3
Engine
  • 291-hp, 3.8-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 291 hp 221 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 - 5,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 196.9 in 182.4 in
Exterior Width 78.3 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 42.4 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 39.5 - 40.9 in
Rear 38.8 - 40.2 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Telluride than in the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250. The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Kia Telluride, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Kia Telluride as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). The Kia Telluride is somewhat more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Telluride is much wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Kia Telluride, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Handling
The Kia Telluride has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Kia Telluride has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Kia Telluride and the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Telluride and the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250. With the Kia Telluride, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.