2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 vs. 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLB 250

MSRP*: $44,650 to $46,650
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2024 Toyota
RAV4 Hybrid

MSRP*: $31,725 to $40,030
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MPG - City 24 - 25 MPG 38 - 41 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 33 MPG 35 - 38 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 62.0 ft3 69.8 ft3
Engine
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 219-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 221 hp 219 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,750 lbs
Exterior Length 182.4 in 180.9 in
Exterior Width 72.2 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 40.7 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 37.7 - 39.5 in
Rear 39.5 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 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, with comparable head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

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 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, 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 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 is a little narrower than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. When looking at overall length, the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 has a larger turning radius than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

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 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

Utility
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 offers greater seating capacity than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 has less cargo space than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.