BMW iX3 xDrive40 vs Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG

BMW iX3 xDrive40

Suv · Electric · AWD

Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

BMW iX3 xDrive40

The BMW iX3 xDrive40 blends usable long-trip range with AWD confidence and a practical five-seat SUV cabin. It offers good value in its segment for road trips and growing families that want solid performance without chasing top speed.

5 seatsSuvElectric5-star safetyAWDElectric

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG

A fast five-seater that mixes strong power with everyday space, the GLB 35 AMG suits growing families who want pace for road trips. Efficiency and price place it outside the budget end of the segment.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety421 hp

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Usage fit

Family 64 / 66

City 44 / 39

Budget / value 27 / 33

Road trip 70 / 55

Performance 33 / 35

Cargo 36 / 40

Practical 32 / 39

Premium 51 / 55

Winter 76 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW iX3 xDrive40 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW iX3 xDrive40 Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG

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Pros & cons

BMW iX3 xDrive40

AWD traction for confident driving in winter and on varied road surfaces
460 km range from an 80 kWh battery suits longer trips with fewer stops
Brisk 0–100 km/h in 6.8 s and 286 hp make passing and merging easy
510 L cargo space and five seats work well for growing families
Price may be high for budget-focused buyers
Only five seats; no third-row option
6.8 s 0–100 km/h won’t satisfy speed enthusiasts
180 km/h top speed won’t suit frequent very high-speed driving

Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG

Quick 0–100 km/h in 5.2 s and 421 hp support confident passing and merging
570 L cargo space and five seats fit family use and road trips
2.0L turbocharged I4 delivers responsive performance without a bulky engine
Around 55,000 for this blend of pace and practicality is good value in its segment
Combined consumption of 10.2 L/100 km raises running costs
Seats only five, so not ideal if you need a third row
Not aimed at performance‑driving purists despite strong power
Price won’t suit budget‑focused buyers

Verdict

Pick BMW iX3 xDrive40 if…

Lower entry price

BMW iX3 xDrive40 starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG puts out 421 hp vs 286 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW iX3 xDrive40

Mercedes-Benz GLB 35 AMG

Verdict

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