Story
The Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247) in galaxy blue on a country road
Plenty of room in all dimensions.
  • Infotainment system MBUX
  • All-wheel drive 4MATIC
  • Available as a Seven-seater

Exterior.

The powerful proportions of the GLB underscore the design with its off-road orientation: the design, which emphasises surfaces, develops its effect through reduced lines and precise panel gaps. This conveys superior sportiness and modernity.

Front view of the Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247) in designo patagonia red metallic
Side view of the Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247) in designo patagonia red metallic
Rear view of the Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247) in designo patagonia red metallic

The front-end design.

The new GLB already impresses from the front with powerful proportions. Special highlights come courtesy of the simulated underguard plus the off-road radiator grille with SUV-typical openings in the louvres.

The side design.

From the side, the GLB also shows its SUV character. Defining features include the long wheelbase and short overhangs at the front and rear. At the same time, the GLB conveys to impressive effect what Mercedes-Benz means by its design philosophy of “Sensual Purity”: a clear, surface-based design, precise gaps and minimal lines.

The rear-end design.

Off-road look with style. The tailgate forms a powerful conclusion to the distinct design of the GLB. It is horizontally aligned, thus ensuring a particularly wide, dynamic appearance. The simulated underguard on the lower part of the bumper also shows the off-road genes at the rear.

The Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247) in mountain grey

Learn more about the

GLB Design

Interior.

The interior of the GLB stands out with fully digital displays and an off-road character – interpreted in a young way. At the same time, the interior meets the highest of aesthetic standards and adds this to a versatility of design for people with creative flair.

Multifunction steering wheel of the Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247)
Door of the Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247)
Centre console of the Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247)
View from above: the Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247) with seven seats
Interior lighting of the Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247)
MBUX display of the Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247)

Multifunction steering wheel.

With the 3-spoke multifunction sports steering wheel, the driver has everything in hand in the GLB. The standard-fit Touch Control buttons on the left and right control the instrument display and media display. The different design and equipment lines are reflected in the design of the steering wheel.

Doors.

The doors contribute to the attractive overall impression. Depending on the equipment, meticulously finished topstitching and high-quality materials underscore the atmosphere of a premium compact car. The joy of the off-road look: the horizontal grab handle reinforces the off-road vehicle character. It blends powerfully into the overall form of the door panelling in the guise of a machined aluminium tube.

Centre console.

The centre console is the all-round talent for operating functions, stowage facilities and networking. Tubular elements in a machined look lend the components and controls constructive support.

Rear.

There is space for up to seven people in the GLB. The rear bench seat provides space for three occupants, and with the optional 3rd seat row it is possible to add two further individual seats as an option. These can be folded separately of each other and – like the 2nd seat row – feature attachment points for child seats.

Interior lighting.

The interior lighting is provided exclusively by energy-saving LEDs. Their special spots of light and luminous surfaces combine function and emotion – they facilitate orientation and operation and make the interior more attractive.

MBUX.

The name MBUX – Mercedes-Benz User Experience – for the new infotainment system signifies that the user experience (UX) has first priority. A unique feature of this system is its ability to learn thanks to artificial intelligence. MBUX is individualisable and adapts to suit the user. It thus creates an emotional connection between the vehicle and driver.

Interior of the Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247)

Learn more about the

GLB Interior

Technology.

Body of the Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247)
Suspension of the Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247)
The Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247) in digital white in front of a wind park
The Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247) in digital white on a country road

Body.

As the longest variant of the new generation of compacts, the GLB features a body shell of modern lightweight steel construction. The doors overlap the side sills and thereby contribute to the stability in a side-on impact. The safety concept for the optional third seat row was factored in from the start – for example, the window airbag covers all three rows of seats.

Suspension.

The GLB comes with a comfort suspension with steel springs as standard and all versions feature a multi-link rear axle. The suspension with Adaptive Damping System (option) enables the driver to choose the preferred damping characteristics.

Environment.

Starting with the development and production through driving the vehicle to recycling after a long period of use, Mercedes-Benz vehicles are designed for a very high level of environmental compatibility. This is documented in an Environmental Certificate pursuant to the international standards ISO 14001 and ISO/TR 14062 “Design for Environment”. An environmental certificate is also provided for the new model series.

Powertrain.

The new GLB places its trust in the four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines which were completely modernised for the new edition of the compact model series. In comparison to the previous generation, they are characterised by significantly increased specific outputs and by improved efficiency and emissions.

Engine of the Mercedes-Benz GLB (X 247)

Learn more about the

GLB Technology

Safety.

Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive combines safety and convenience innovations. With these intelligent systems, Mercedes-Benz is not only setting standards in automotive engineering, but is also taking another important step forward on the road to accident-free and autonomous driving.

Example image for the driving assistance systems
Example image for the driving assistance system “Active Brake Assist”
Example image for the driving assistance system “Active Lane Keeping Assist”

Active safety.

The GLB features the latest driving assistance systems, offering the driver cooperative support and providing for the highest standard of active safety in the segment. The very latest functions of the Driving Assistance Package are the turning manoeuvre function and the emergency lane function, for example.

Active Brake Assist.

The new GLB comes with enhanced Active Brake Assist as standard. Depending on the situation, it can effectively help to mitigate the consequences of rear-end collisions with slower-moving, stopping or stationary vehicles ahead, and even with crossing pedestrians and cyclists, or to prevent them altogether.

Active Lane Keeping Assist.

Active Lane Keeping Assist (likewise standard) is able to warn the driver by means of pulsed vibrations in the steering wheel when the vehicle is unintentionally drifting out of its lane at speeds between 60 and 200 km/h. If the vehicle passes over a solid line, it can pull the vehicle back into lane by applying the brakes on one side. In the case of a dotted line, such intervention takes place only when there is a danger of collision with a vehicle in the adjacent lane (danger from oncoming traffic).

Example image for the “Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC”

Learn more about

Safety

Mercedes-Benz in your country.