Mercedes-Benz EQB vs Mercedes-Benz GLB
Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz EQB asks RM338,888 against RM290,888 for the Mercedes-Benz GLB, so the EV is a RM48,000 step up. It buys dual motors, AWD, 288 hp and a 6.2-second 0-100 km/h time, plus a 66.5 kWh battery with 423 km range. The GLB counters with a petrol drivetrain, a 52-litre tank, a higher 207 km/h top speed and cheaper RM100 road tax. Both are C-segment, seven-seat CBU SUVs with seven airbags and AEB; the EQB is the quicker, larger-boot choice on paper.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQB if you want the stronger EV drivetrain, AWD traction, 423 km stated range and the much larger 405-litre boot.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLB if you want the lower purchase price, petrol refuelling, a 207 km/h top speed and RM100 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQB RM338,888; Mercedes-Benz GLB RM290,888
- Drivetrain: Mercedes-Benz EQB dual-motor electric AWD; Mercedes-Benz GLB 1,332 cc petrol FWD
- Power: Mercedes-Benz EQB 288 hp; Mercedes-Benz GLB 161 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz EQB 6.2 s; Mercedes-Benz GLB 9.3 s
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz EQB 405 L; Mercedes-Benz GLB 130 L
- Road tax/year: Mercedes-Benz EQB RM305; Mercedes-Benz GLB RM100
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 338,888 | RM 290,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Engine | Dual motor | 1,332 cc |
| Power | 288 hp✓ | 161 hp |
| Torque | — | 270 Nm |
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Driven wheels | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 6.2 s✓ | 9.3 s |
| Top speed | 160 km/h | 207 km/h✓ |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | 66.5 kWh | — |
| EV range | 423 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,684 mm | 4,634 mm |
| Width | 1,834 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,667 mm | 1,663 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,829 mm | 2,829 mm |
| Boot space | 405 L✓ | 130 L |
| Fuel tank | — | 52 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 | 7 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 2 | 2 |
| Road tax / year | RM 305 | RM 100✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
EQB
- 288 hp and 6.2-second 0-100 km/h pace
- 423 km stated EV range from a 66.5 kWh battery
- 405-litre boot is far larger on paper
- RM48,000 dearer to buy
- RM305 annual road tax versus RM100
- Top speed capped at 160 km/h
GLB
- Lower purchase price
- Higher 207 km/h top speed
- 52-litre petrol tank and cheaper RM100 road tax
- 161 hp and 9.3-second 0-100 km/h time trail the EQB
- Front-wheel drive only
- Boot space is just 130 litres
EQB vs GLB FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQB or Mercedes-Benz GLB better?
The Mercedes-Benz EQB is better for performance and boot space, with 288 hp, AWD, 6.2 seconds to 100 km/h and 405 litres. The Mercedes-Benz GLB is better if you want the cheaper petrol option.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQB costs RM48,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz GLB. That gap buys the electric dual-motor AWD drivetrain, stronger power output and 423 km stated range.
Which one has more luggage space?
The Mercedes-Benz EQB has the bigger boot at 405 litres, while the Mercedes-Benz GLB has 130 litres. Both are seven-seat SUVs, so the EQB has the clearer luggage advantage on paper.