Mercedes-Benz A 220d vs Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz A 220d

Sedan · Diesel · FWD

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Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d

Suv · Diesel

Mercedes-Benz A 220d

Car A

Mercedes-Benz A 220d

The Mercedes-Benz A 220d blends strong diesel efficiency with usable pace, suiting city driving and small-family duties. It offers good value in its segment if you prioritize low fuel consumption over cargo capacity or all-weather traction.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety4.8 L/100km

Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d

The Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d leans into family practicality and long-distance efficiency, with a big boot and frugal diesel consumption. It favors calm, confident progress over outright performance.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety190 hp

Why compared different body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seatsdifferent segmentsimilar price

Usage fit

Family 51 / 66

City 54 / 51

Budget / value 51 / 48

Road trip 49 / 55

Performance 31 / 28

Cargo 23 / 40

Practical 33 / 46

Premium 45 / 47

Winter 26 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz A 220d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz A 220d Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d

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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz A 220d

Low fuel consumption (4.8 L/100 km) helps keep running costs in check
7.8 s 0–100 km/h and 320 Nm deliver confident merges and overtakes
Five seats and a 420 L trunk cover most compact-family needs
Good value in its segment given the efficiency and performance mix
Front-wheel drive may be limiting if you want maximum traction in winter
Compact body and 420 L trunk aren’t ideal for cargo-heavy use
Diesel powertrain won’t suit buyers seeking petrol or electrified options
If rapid acceleration is a priority, 7.8 s to 100 km/h isn’t the quickest in class

Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d

Efficient for its class at about 5 L/100 km, ideal for commuting and road trips
Generous 570 L cargo space for family gear and luggage
Strong safety ranking signals for family-focused buyers
Confident everyday performance from 190 hp/400 Nm and 0–100 km/h in 8.1 s
Not aimed at performance driving; 0–100 km/h in 8.1 s won’t thrill enthusiasts
Only five seats—no third-row flexibility in this spec
Diesel powertrain may not suit buyers avoiding diesel or mostly short urban trips
Winter capability doesn’t stand out based on signals

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz A 220d if…

Best fuel economy

Mercedes-Benz A 220d uses 4.8 L/100km vs 5.0 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d puts out 190 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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