2024 BMW X1 vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Review

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2024 BMW
X1

MSRP*: $40,500 to $49,900
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLB 250

MSRP*: $44,650 to $46,650
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MPG - City 23 - 25 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 31 - 34 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 - 57.2 ft3 62.0 ft3
Engine
  • 241-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 312-hp, 2.0-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 241 - 312 hp 221 hp
Exterior Length 177.2 - 177.4 in 182.4 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 42.1 in
Rear 39.3 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 back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the BMW X1 than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the BMW X1 and the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW X1 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). When looking only at MSRP, the BMW X1 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Dimensions
The BMW X1 is about the same width as the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250. The BMW X1 is slightly shorter than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The BMW X1 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 BMW X1 has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the BMW X1 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Utility
The BMW X1 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 BMW X1 has less cargo space than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.