2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e Review

Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLB 250

MSRP*: $44,650 to $46,650
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLC 350e

MSRP*: $59,900
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MPG - City 24 - 25 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 32 - 33 MPG Info not available
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)
  • 313-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 221 hp 313 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 4,409 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

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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 350e. 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 350e.

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). Clearly, the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e, 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 350e.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 has a lot less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e.

Utility
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 offers greater seating capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e, 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 350e.