BMW X1 xDrive28i vs Mercedes-Benz GLB 180

BMW X1 xDrive28i

Suv · Gasoline · AWD

Mercedes-Benz GLB 180

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

BMW X1 xDrive28i

The BMW X1 xDrive28i blends AWD stability and family-friendly space with efficient gasoline running, making it a sensible pick for growing families and road trips. It emphasizes reliability and safety while offering brisk everyday acceleration.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety231 hpAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLB 180

The Mercedes-Benz GLB 180 emphasizes family-friendly practicality and efficiency over outright speed. Its balanced performance and low combined consumption make it a sensible choice for growing families and road trips.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety6 L/100km

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 75 / 64

City 47 / 49

Budget / value 62 / 46

Road trip 59 / 54

Performance 32 / 28

Cargo 38 / 35

Practical 55 / 43

Premium 47 / 45

Winter 76 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X1 xDrive28i · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLB 180

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X1 xDrive28i Mercedes-Benz GLB 180

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Pros & cons

BMW X1 xDrive28i

AWD traction adds confidence for winter commutes and weekend trips
Practical 5-seat layout and 540 L trunk fit typical family needs
Efficient for its class at 7.4 L/100 km, easing fuel costs on long drives
Good value in its segment around 38,000, with 0-100 km/h in 6.3 s for easy merging
If you need maximum cargo capacity for gear-heavy use, this isn’t the roomiest choice
Gasoline-only powertrain with no hybrid or EV option
Better for everyday pace than performance driving or track use
Only five seats; no third-row flexibility for larger families

Mercedes-Benz GLB 180

Efficient for its class (6 l/100 km combined).
Practical 495-liter boot supports family travel.
Signals strong safety standing for peace of mind.
Adequate everyday performance (136 hp, 250 Nm; 0–100 km/h in 9.1 s).
Not aimed at performance driving; acceleration is modest.
Petrol-only variant; no electrified option.
Five seats and 495 L boot may fall short for cargo-heavy use.
Price of 38,400 may stretch tight budgets.

Verdict

Pick BMW X1 xDrive28i if…

Lower entry price

BMW X1 xDrive28i starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLB 180 if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz GLB 180 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X1 xDrive28i

Mercedes-Benz GLB 180

Verdict

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