BMW X1 xDrive20i vs Mercedes-Benz GLB 300

BMW X1 xDrive20i

Suv · Gasoline · AWD

Mercedes-Benz GLB 300

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

BMW X1 xDrive20i

With AWD traction, five-seat practicality, and efficient 6.3 L/100 km consumption, the BMW X1 xDrive20i suits growing families and road trips. It favors everyday usability over performance thrills or cargo-heavy tasks.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety6.3 L/100kmAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLB 300

With a practical 5-seat layout, 495 L trunk, and an efficient 2.0L turbo, the GLB 300 suits growing families and road trips while offering good value in its segment. Acceleration is brisk enough for daily use, but it isn’t aimed at performance driving.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety190 hp

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 73 / 64

City 48 / 45

Budget / value 61 / 44

Road trip 58 / 53

Performance 32 / 27

Cargo 36 / 35

Practical 54 / 40

Premium 46 / 47

Winter 76 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X1 xDrive20i · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLB 300

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X1 xDrive20i Mercedes-Benz GLB 300

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Pros & cons

BMW X1 xDrive20i

Efficient for its class at 6.3 L/100 km, helping keep running costs in check.
AWD traction supports year-round driving and winter conditions.
Five seats and a 505 L trunk fit growing families and road trips.
Price of 38,900 represents good value in its segment.
156 hp and 0–100 km/h in 7.7 s won’t satisfy performance-focused drivers.
505 L trunk may feel tight for cargo-heavy use or bulky gear.
Gasoline-only powertrain provides no electric driving or hybrid efficiency.
Price of 38,900 may stretch tight budgets seeking the lowest upfront cost.

Mercedes-Benz GLB 300

Practical 5-seat cabin and 495 L trunk suit growing families and road trips
Efficient for its class at 8 L/100 km combined consumption
Strong 400 Nm torque and 6.9 s 0–100 km/h make merging and passing easy
Around 39,000, it offers good value in a premium segment
Performance driving is a weak match despite decent acceleration
495 L trunk may feel limiting for cargo-heavy routines
Seats five only; no third row indicated
No electric driving range for buyers prioritizing electrified commuting

Verdict

Pick BMW X1 xDrive20i if…

Best fuel economy

BMW X1 xDrive20i uses 6.3 L/100km vs 8.0 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLB 300 if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz GLB 300 puts out 190 hp vs 156 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X1 xDrive20i

Mercedes-Benz GLB 300

Verdict

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