Mercedes-Benz GLB 250
Suv · Gasoline
vs
BMW X3 xDrive35i
Suv · Gasoline · AWD
Mercedes-Benz GLB 250
Car A
Mercedes-Benz GLB 250
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 balances punchy turbo power with family-friendly practicality for growing families and road trips. A big 570 L trunk, strong safety ranking signal, and a 38,500 price point add up to good value in its segment.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety7.8 L/100km
BMW X3 xDrive35i
Car B
BMW X3 xDrive35i
The BMW X3 xDrive35i combines family-ready space and AWD assurance with brisk acceleration, making it a capable all-rounder for growing families and road trips. Its gasoline-only setup and merely decent cargo room may disappoint shoppers prioritizing maximum efficiency or capacity.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety320 hpAWD
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Usage fit

Family 66 / 75
City 46 / 45
Budget / value 44 / 60
Road trip 56 / 63
Performance 30 / 37
Cargo 40 / 38
Practical 42 / 55
Premium 47 / 50
Winter 36 / 76

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 · Orange = BMW X3 xDrive35i

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 BMW X3 xDrive35i
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz GLB 250

  • Strong 2.0L turbo performance (224 hp, 350 Nm) for confident passing and merging
  • Spacious 570 L trunk supports family gear and road-trip luggage
  • Good value in its segment at a listed price of 38,500
  • Safety ranks highly in model signals, aligning with family use

BMW X3 xDrive35i

  • AWD traction for winter and mixed-weather driving
  • Room for five with a 550-liter trunk suited to family errands and weekends
  • Quick when needed: 0–100 km/h in 5.5 s supports confident passing
  • Good value in its segment given the performance and AWD capability

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 uses 7.8 L/100km vs 8.0 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick BMW X3 xDrive35i if…
All-wheel drive
BMW X3 xDrive35i's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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