2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEV vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Review

Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEV

2025 Mazda
CX-90 PHEV

MSRP*: $49,945 to $57,950
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLB 250

MSRP*: $44,650 to $46,650
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MPG - City Info not available 24 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 74.2 ft3 62.0 ft3
Engine
  • 323-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 323 hp 221 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 201.6 in 182.4 in
Exterior Width 77.6 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 39.2 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.4 - 38.6 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
The Mazda CX-90 PHEV offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Mazda CX-90 PHEV and the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

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 Mazda CX-90 PHEV is somewhat more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-90 PHEV 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 Mazda CX-90 PHEV, 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 Mazda CX-90 PHEV has a larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mazda CX-90 PHEV greatly out-muscles the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Mazda CX-90 PHEV does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Utility
The Mazda CX-90 PHEV 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 Mazda CX-90 PHEV has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.