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

Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-90

2025 Mazda
CX-90

MSRP*: $37,845 to $56,450
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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 23 - 24 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 8 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 74.2 - 75.2 ft3 62.0 ft3
Engine
  • 280-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 340-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 280 - 340 hp 221 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 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 - 39.7 in
Rear 38.4 - 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
The Mazda CX-90 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 and the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Mazda CX-90 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 Mazda CX-90 is somewhat more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-90 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, 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 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
The Mazda CX-90 has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Mazda CX-90 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-90 and the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250. The Mazda CX-90 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.