BMW X3 xDrive20d vs Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e

BMW X3 xDrive20d

Suv · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e

Suv · Phev

Car A

BMW X3 xDrive20d

A well-rounded diesel AWD SUV for growing families and road trips, pairing efficient consumption with usable space. Performance is adequate rather than sporty, and cargo capacity is good but not class-leading.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safetyAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e

The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e is a plug-in hybrid five-seater that suits growing families, pairing everyday practicality (495-liter trunk) with very low combined consumption. It delivers brisk 0–100 km/h in 6.9 seconds, but isn’t aimed at performance or cargo-heavy use.

5 seatsSuvPhev5-star safety1.8 L/100km218 hpPlug-in hybrid

Why compared better on fuelcomparison picksame body typesame seatssimilar pricestep-up price

Usage fit

Family 75 / 64

City 49 / 52

Budget / value 60 / 48

Road trip 61 / 58

Performance 33 / 26

Cargo 38 / 35

Practical 57 / 46

Premium 48 / 50

Winter 76 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X3 xDrive20d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X3 xDrive20d Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e

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Pros & cons

BMW X3 xDrive20d

Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km
AWD traction suits winter and mixed conditions
Seats 5 with a 550 L boot for family use and trips
Good value in its segment around the 45,000 price point
Not for performance driving: 0–100 km/h in 8 s and 190 hp
Cargo-heavy needs may outgrow the 550 L trunk
Only five seats; no third row
Diesel powertrain won’t suit buyers seeking petrol or electric alternatives

Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e

Very low combined consumption (1.8) for efficient daily driving
Five seats and a 495-liter trunk cover typical family needs
218 hp and 450 Nm deliver confident acceleration (0–100 km/h in 6.9 s)
Capable on highways with a 210 km/h top speed and strong mid-range pull
Not intended for performance driving
Cargo-heavy users may need more space than 495 liters
Only five seats if you require a third row
Efficiency benefits are best realized if you can plug in regularly

Verdict

Pick BMW X3 xDrive20d if…

Lower entry price

BMW X3 xDrive20d starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e puts out 218 hp vs 190 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X3 xDrive20d

Mercedes-Benz GLB 250e

Verdict

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