Body Styles

The GLB-Class is a five-door compact SUV with upright proportions, flat rooflines, and squared-off geometry. It’s one of the few crossovers in its class offering optional third-row seating, made possible by its long wheelbase and vertical packaging. The tall glasshouse, flared fenders, and short overhangs emphasize interior volume and off-road stance. AMG versions introduce more aggressive bumpers, vertical-slat Panamericana grille (2024 facelift), larger wheels, rear diffuser, and dual exhaust tips—bringing visual performance that matches the drivetrain. The 2024 refresh added slimmer LED lighting and aero-refined design elements while keeping the GLB’s characteristic silhouette.

Model Name Meaning (Manufacturer)

“GLB” follows Mercedes-Benz’s SUV naming convention: “G” denotes SUV lineage from the G-Class, “L” serves as a linking letter, and “B” places the model in the same family as the B-Class, indicating compact luxury with family utility. This nomenclature situates the GLB between the GLA and GLC in terms of size, practicality, and positioning.

Body & Interior Colors and Rims

The GLB-Class offers a wide palette of exterior finishes, including Polar White, Cosmos Black, Iridium Silver, Denim Blue, and Mountain Gray Metallic. AMG versions gain exclusive shades such as MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red and MANUFAKTUR Mountain Gray Magno matte finish. The AMG Night Package adds gloss black trim on the roof rails, window surrounds, and bumpers, enhancing visual contrast.

Inside, standard GLB models offer Black, Macchiato Beige, and Bahia Brown MB-Tex upholstery, while AMG trims feature ARTICO/DINAMICA microfiber with red or yellow contrast stitching. AMG Performance seats and AMG flat-bottomed steering wheel are available, along with carbon-fiber look or aluminum sport trim. Ambient lighting (64-color) and dual 10.25" MBUX displays dominate the dash, with the center console angled toward the driver. AMG-specific displays add boost gauges, G-meters, and track data functions.

Wheel options range from 18-inch 5-spoke alloys to AMG 21-inch cross-spoke matte black or titanium-finish wheels with high-performance tires. The designs emphasize upright strength or performance aggression, depending on trim, with GLB 35-specific styling for brakes, calipers, and wheel spacing.

Top Expensive Options

• AMG Night Package with Gloss Black Accents: $1,500
• AMG Ride Control Adaptive Suspension: $1,400
• Dual 10.25" Digital Display with AMG MBUX Theme: $1,250
• Head-Up Display with Sport Overlay: $1,100
• Burmester Surround Sound System: $850
• AMG Performance Seats with Integrated Headrests: $2,000
• 21” AMG Matte Black Alloy Wheels: $2,200
• Panoramic Sliding Sunroof: $1,100
• Driver Assistance Package with Active Lane Change: $1,700
• Third-Row Seating Package (7 Seats): $850

vs Competitors

The GLB-Class stands out in the compact premium SUV market for offering third-row seating in a small footprint—a feature missing in rivals like the BMW X1, Audi Q3, and Volvo XC40. Compared to the GLC, it’s more upright and spacious but less refined. The GLB 35 AMG competes with the BMW X2 M35i, Audi SQ3 (Europe), and Mazda CX-5 Turbo, but adds extra seats and a more premium, tech-forward cabin. Its MBUX system remains among the best in the segment, and AMG tuning delivers a surprising dose of excitement without sacrificing daily usability. While not the sharpest driver’s car, its blend of performance, space, and luxury is unique.

Fun Fact

The Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class is one of the most packaging-efficient vehicles the brand has ever built — and here's the twist: although it’s based on the same compact platform as the A-Class and GLA, it manages to offer an optional third row of seats, making it one of the only vehicles in its class with 7-passenger capacity. This clever use of space allowed Mercedes to pitch the GLB as a family-friendly SUV without jumping into midsize territory or compromising its city-sized footprint.

But there’s an even quirkier detail behind its design. While most Mercedes SUVs use smooth, flowing forms, the GLB was styled deliberately boxier — inspired by the classic G-Wagen silhouette. The flat roofline, upright greenhouse, and squared-off stance weren’t just retro design cues — they were intentional moves to maximize headroom, cargo space, and outward visibility, especially for rear-seat passengers. It’s the smallest Mercedes SUV that thinks like a big one, and it quietly became one of the brand’s most practical and underestimated models in the lineup.