One year removed from it’s debut, the 2023 GLB-Class continues to offer consumers a comfortable medium between the bigger GLC and smaller GLA classes. Surprisingly, the GLB came out of the gate highly rated, and soared to the top of the luxury compact SUV market. For the GLB-Class, its only up from here.

Design

A slight boxy shape immediately makes this Benz stand out among the crowd. The exterior is refined and athletic, with flowing bodylines that highlight the compact nature of this SUV. The interior is especially intelligent and luxurious, with advanced voice recognition and one of the best infotainment systems on the market.

Features

Standard features on the only trim of the GLB-Class, the 250, include the following: an automatic start/stop system, roof rails, LED daytime running lights, LED headlamps and taillamps, rain-sensing windshield wipers, power front seats, memory seating, dual-zone automatic climate control, remote start, power liftgate, heated power side mirrors, MBUX infotainment system, voice recognition, 7″ touchscreen, and Apple CarPlay & Android Auto smartphone integration.

Performance/Fuel Efficiency

The GLB is fitted with a 2.0-liter inline-4 turbocharged engine with a zippy 221 horsepower. This SUV provides great acceleration and handling, and it is no surprise that this Mercedes is a blast to drive. With an EPA-estimated 30 MPG highway, the GLB offers great fuel economy for its’ class.

Safety

A suite of advanced driver safety aids await in the GLB 250. The highlights include a drowsy driver warning system, blind spot monitoring and a rearview camera. If you have a bit more wiggle room in your budget, you can opt for lane keep assist, automatic emergency braking, and rear cross-traffic alert.