2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Review

Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLB 250

MSRP*: $45,800 to $47,800
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 300

MSRP*: $49,250 to $51,250
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MPG - City 24 - 25 MPG 23 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 MPG 31 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 62.0 ft3 56.3 ft3
Engine
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 221 hp 255 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 4,409 - 5,291 lbs
Exterior Length 182.4 in 185.7 in
Exterior Width 72.2 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.1 in
Info not available
Head Room Front 40.7 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 39.6 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 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 than in the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, 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 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.

Utility
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 offers greater seating capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.