Tested: Mercedes-Benz’s all new SUV

AutoExec Summary
Mercedes-Benz’s new GLB SUV fills the gap in the brand’s SUV lineup between the GLA and GLC, focusing on practicality and comfort. The boxy exterior and flexible, seven-seat interior make the GLB especially roomy, with a soothingly smooth driving character. Priced at around $65,000, the GLB is set to arrive in Australia mid-next year, and will be a strong challenger in its market segment, competing with upmarket models such as the Land Rover Discovery Sport and the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace. The GLB will be available in a range of versions, including the GLB250 4Matic, the GLB200, and the Mercedes-AMG-badged GLB35. The GLB’s part-time seven-seater design includes a useful sliding feature for the middle-row, comfortable front seats, and a dual digital screen set-up. The suspension delivers outstanding ride comfort, and the 2.0-litre turbo four engine offers strong performance. Overall, the GLB is expected to be the best SUV so far from Mercedes-Benz.

Brands mentioned: Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Land Rover, Volkswagen, A-Class, CLA