The new Mercedes-Benz GLB debuts in an electric version

The company Mercedes-Benz officially presented the second-generation GLB crossover. As before, it will be available in five- and seven-seat versions.

What's known

The new GLB inherited the family traits of its predecessor but also gained its own features. For example, the front is equipped with 94 individually animated LED elements. Depending on the market, the central star may be fully or partially illuminated. Hybrid versions received a classic chrome grille with LED light guides.

The front trunk with a volume of 127 liters is designed for transporting small items. The rear trunk volume is 540 liters in the five-seat version and 480 liters in the seven-seat. With the seatbacks folded down, the volume increases to 1715 and 1605 liters respectively. Four child seats can be installed on the second and third rows of seats.

The standard panoramic roof creates a sense of space, while the optional panoramic roof allows the glass color to change from clear to matte quickly. At night, you can see up to 158 illuminated stars.

The optional MBUX Superscreen system combines a 26 cm driver's display and two 35.6 cm displays for the center console and passenger side under a seamless glass surface. The center console is positioned high and includes an additional storage compartment.

An adaptive suspension with adjustable shock absorber stiffness is standard and combined with 20-inch wheels. The driver can choose a comfortable or stiffer shock absorber setting. The GLB driver assistance system uses a combination of eight cameras, five radar sensors, twelve ultrasonic sensors, and a powerful water-cooled computer, which also has reserve power for future functions.

In Europe, the adaptive cruise control Distronic is standard. Its functions are combined under the name MB.DRIVE, and some of them can be added as digital options and activated later.

In the spring of 2026, two fully electric models will hit the market: the GLB 250+ EQ and the GLB 350 4MATIC EQ. The first develops 200 kW of power and has a range of up to 631 km according to the WLTP cycle. The second develops 260 kW of power.

Both models are equipped with a lithium-ion battery with a useful capacity of 85 kWh. The 800-volt architecture allows for a range increase of up to 260 kilometers in just ten minutes under the right conditions. The maximum DC charging power at compatible charging stations is up to 320 kW. An additional DC converter allows for the use of a 400 V infrastructure, and AC charging with a power of up to 22 kW is also possible.

In addition to the first models, there will be an electric base version and hybrid modifications with a 48-volt system and an electric motor integrated into the transmission.

Sales in Germany have already started. The GLB 250+ is available at a price from 59,048 euros, and the GLB 350 4MATIC from 62,178 euros.

Source: Mercedes-Benz