Mercedes-Benz E 250d vs Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

Suv · Diesel

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Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d

Suv · Diesel

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

Car A

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

A diesel Mercedes-Benz with strong efficiency and a very usable 540 L trunk, the E 250d suits growing families and long-distance drivers. It prioritizes economy and practicality over city convenience or performance thrills.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety194 hp

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 safety

Why compared same body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seatsdifferent segment

Usage fit

Family 74 / 66

City 36 / 51

Budget / value 56 / 48

Road trip 65 / 55

Performance 27 / 28

Cargo 38 / 40

Practical 57 / 46

Premium 57 / 47

Winter 40 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz E 250d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz E 250d Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d

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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz E 250d

Efficient for its class at 5 L/100 km, ideal for long commutes and road trips
540 L trunk and five seats accommodate family gear and passengers
400 Nm torque and 6.6 s 0–100 km/h enable confident overtakes
Good value in its segment considering space, efficiency, and pace at this price
Diesel powertrain is not the best match for mostly short, urban trips
If you want a performance-focused drive, quicker and sharper rivals exist
The listed price of 55,000 may stretch cost-first shoppers
No electrified driving here; this model is diesel-only

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 E 250d if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Mercedes-Benz E 250d is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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