DecodedCars2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 250 4matic 4dr SUV, Amg 35 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 28 combined · 25 city / 33 hwy
- Length
- 182.3 in
- Curb weight
- 3,759–3,869 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 32 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class is a special purpose vehicle offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 182 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 111-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,759 lb (250 4matic 4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 28 MPG combined (25 city / 33 highway), for an estimated $2,950 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2025
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 GLB-Class — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 GLB-Class →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 4matic 4dr SUV | 182.3 in | 72 in | 66.5 in | 111.4 in | 63.4 / 63.4 in | 3,759 lb | 57/43 |
| Amg 35 4dr SUV | 182.3 in | 72 in | 65.4 in | 111.4 in | 63.4 / 63.4 in | 3,869 lb | 57/43 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLB250 Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 33 / 28 | – | $2,950 | 311 |
| GLB250 4matic Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM8) | All-Wheel Drive | 24 / 33 / 27 | +5% | $3,050 | 324 |
| AMG GLB35 4matic Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | +8% | $3,550 | 390 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class.
Similar 2025 special purpose vehicles
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class (this car) | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Tesla Model Y | 337 mi | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2025 BMW X3 | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 9 |
| 2025 Porsche Macan | 21 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Audi Q5 | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2025 BMW X1 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Volvo XC60 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other GLB-Class years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 GLB-Class | 28 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 GLB-Class | 28 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 GLB-Class | 27 | 182.3 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 GLB-Class | 27 | 182.3 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 GLB-Class | 26 | 182.3 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 GLB-Class | 26 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mercedes-Benz. How we calculate this →