Engineering:Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class
Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class (X247) | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Daimler AG |
Production | July 2019 – present |
Assembly | Mexico: Aguascalientes (COMPAS)[1] China: Beijing (Beijing Benz)[2] |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Compact luxury crossover SUV (C) |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Layout | |
Platform | Mercedes-Benz MFA2 |
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Powertrain | |
Engine | |
Electric motor | 2x asynchronous electric motors |
Transmission | |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,829 mm (111.4 in) |
Length | 4,634 mm (182.4 in) |
Width | 1,834 mm (72.2 in) |
Height | 1,658 mm (65.3 in) |
uk|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight | 1,300–1,445 kg (2,866–3,186 lb) |
The Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class (model code X247) is a five-door compact luxury crossover SUV produced by Mercedes-Benz. It was unveiled by the German manufacturer Daimler AG on 10 June 2019 in Park City, Utah.[3] It was previously unveiled as a concept car to the public at the Shanghai Auto Show in April 2019.[4]
The GLB is positioned between the GLA-Class crossover and the larger GLC-Class SUV in size, however unlike those two the GLB-Class has seven seats due to better space distribution.[5] The launch date for taking orders began in July 2019.[6] The production commenced at the end of 2019 for the 2020 model year.[7] It went on sale in November 2019 in Mexico,[8] and was released in July 2020 for Thailand.[9]
Overview
The X247 GLB-Class uses the same front-wheel-drive MFA2 platform as the W177 A-Class and the H247 GLA-Class, but the wheelbase is 10 cm longer to give it extra practicality. The result is that at 4.63 m (182.3 in), it is only 22 mm (0.9 in) shorter than a X253 GLC-Class.[6] Mechanically, it has standard all-wheel-drive and an eight-speed dual clutch automatic transmission,[10] and shares its engine lineup with the A-Class.
The GLB has a square, angular style inspired by the larger X167 GLS-Class and the former boxy shaped X204 GLK-Class.[11][12][13] It features a MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension with optional adaptive damping.[14] Inside, the widescreen cockpit and the latest version of the MBUX interface is featured.[15]
The Mercedes-AMG GLB 35 4MATIC was announced on 28 August 2019 in time for the 2019 IAA Frankfurt Auto Show. The GLB 35 4MATIC is the first of the 35-series models to have an eight-speed automatic gearbox; other 35-series models (A 35 4MATIC and CLA 35 4MATIC) continue with seven-speed automatic gearboxes.[16] Fitted to GLB 35 4MATIC, the AMG-specific Panamericana Grille is used on the 35-series model for the first time.[17]
Technical details
The X247 GLB-Class shares its proportions with the W247 B-Class, while the dynamics is based on the H247 GLA-Class.[citation needed] It is available with 4-cylinder petrol and diesel engines only, while a plug-in hybrid and a fully electric version, called the EQB, was unveiled in April 2021.
Engines
At launch, the GLB-Class came with two petrol and two diesel engines. All of them are fitted with automatic transmissions only, while 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system is either available or standard with the 2-liter engines, only. Available as of 2020, the 2.0 L petrol engine in the GLB 35 is tuned to produce 225 kW (306 PS; 302 bhp) and 400 N⋅m (295 lbf⋅ft) of torque. A plug-in hybrid system found in A250e could be fitted to GLB at later date.
Diesel engines and the smaller petrol engine were eschewed for the US market, leaving only the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder turbo of the GLB 250 for the debut.[18]
Model | Years | Configuration | Displacement | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) | Top Speed | Fuel Consumption/Efficiency (EU-Norm combined) |
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Petrol Engines | ||||||||
GLB 180 | 2019– | Inline 4 turbo (M282 DE14 LA) | 1,332 cc | 100 kW (136 PS; 134 bhp) at 5,500 rpm | 200 N⋅m (148 lbf⋅ft) at 1,620-4,000 rpm | 9.4 seconds | 200 km/h (124 mph) | 5.0 L/100 km (47 mpg‑US) |
GLB 200 | 2019– | Inline 4 turbo (M282 DE14 LA) | 1,332 cc | 120 kW (163 PS; 161 bhp) at 5,500 rpm | 250 N⋅m (184 lbf⋅ft) at 1,620-4,000 rpm | 9.1 seconds | 207 km/h (129 mph) | 6.0–6.2 L/100 km (39–38 mpg‑US) |
GLB 250 4MATIC | 2019– | Inline 4 turbo (M260 DE20 LA) | 1,991 cc | 165 kW (224 PS; 221 bhp) at 5,800 rpm | 350 N⋅m (258 lbf⋅ft) at 1,800-4,000 rpm | 6.9 seconds | 236 km/h (147 mph) | 7.2–7.4 L/100 km (33–32 mpg‑US) |
GLB 35 AMG 4MATIC | 2019– | Inline 4 turbo (M260 DE20 LA) | 1,991 cc | 225 kW (306 PS; 302 bhp) at 5,800-6,100 rpm | 400 N⋅m (295 lbf⋅ft) at 3,000–4,000 rpm | 5.2 seconds | 250 km/h (155 mph) | 7.2–7.4 L/100 km (33–32 mpg‑US) |
Diesel engines | ||||||||
GLB 180 d | 2019– | Inline 4 turbo (OM 654 DE 20) | 1,951 cc | 85 kW (116 PS; 114 bhp) at 3,400 – 4,440 rpm | 280 N⋅m (207 lbf⋅ft) at 1,300 - 2,600 rpm | 11.3 seconds | 204 km/h (127 mph) | 4.9–5.0 L/100 km (48–47 mpg‑US) |
GLB 200 d | 2019– | Inline 4 turbo (OM 654 DE 20) | 1,951 cc | 110 kW (150 PS; 148 bhp) at 3,400 – 4,440 rpm | 320 N⋅m (236 lbf⋅ft) at 1,400 - 2,600 rpm | 9.0 seconds | 204 km/h (127 mph) | 4.9–5.0 L/100 km (48–47 mpg‑US) |
GLB 200 d 4MATIC | 2019– | Inline 4 turbo (OM 654 DE 20) | 1,951 cc | 110 kW (150 PS; 148 bhp) at 3,400 – 4,440 rpm | 320 N⋅m (236 lbf⋅ft) at 1,400 - 2,600 rpm | 9.3 seconds | 201 km/h (125 mph) | 5.2–5.5 L/100 km (45–43 mpg‑US) |
GLB 220 d 4MATIC | 2019– | Inline 4 turbo (OM 654 DE 20) | 1,951 cc | 140 kW (190 PS; 188 bhp) at 3,800 rpm | 400 N⋅m (295 lbf⋅ft) at 1,600 - 2,400 rpm | 7.6 seconds | 217 km/h (135 mph) | 5.2–5.5 L/100 km (45–43 mpg‑US) |
Transmissions
Model | Years | Types |
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GLB 180 | 2019– | 7-speed automatic 7G-DCT |
GLB 200 | 2019– | 7-speed automatic 7G-DCT |
GLB 200 4MATIC | 2021– | 8-speed automatic 8G-DCT |
GLB 250 4MATIC | 2019– | 8-speed automatic 8G-DCT |
AMG GLB 35 4MATIC | 2020– | 8-speed automatic AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G |
GLB 180 d | 2019– | 8-speed automatic 8G-DCT |
GLB 200 d | 2019– | 8-speed automatic 8G-DCT |
GLB 200 d 4MATIC | 2019– | 8-speed automatic 8G-DCT |
GLB 220 d | 2021– | 8-speed automatic 8G-DCT |
GLB 220 d 4MATIC | 2019– | 8-speed automatic 8G-DCT |
Sales
Year | Europe | U.S.[19] | China[20] |
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2019 | 149[21] | 1,173 | 3,985 |
2020 | 27,223[21] | 18,709 | 59,500 |
References
- ↑ Wittlich, Holger (5 June 2019). "Mercedes GLB (2019): Der Siebensitzer für die Familie" (in de). Auto Motor und Sport. https://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/neuheiten/mercedes-glb-x-247-2019-infos-siebensitzer-suv/.
- ↑ Jian, Yang (30 August 2019). "Mercedes to build 3 new models in China this year". Automotive News. https://europe.autonews.com/automakers/mercedes-build-3-new-models-china-year.
- ↑ "Mit bis zu sieben Sitzplätzen: Der neue Mercedes-Benz GLB: für Familie & Freunde". Daimler AG Global Media Site. 11 June 2019. https://media2.daimler.com/marsMediaSite/de/instance/ko.xhtml?oid=43545527&ls=L2RlL2luc3RhbmNlL2tvLnhodG1sP29pZD00MzQ5NzMyMSZyZWxJZD02MDgyOSZmcm9tT2lkPTQzNDk3MzIxJmJvcmRlcnM9dHJ1ZSZyZXN1bHRJbmZvVHlwZUlkPTQwNjI2JnZpZXdUeXBlPWxpc3Qmc29ydERlZmluaXRpb249UFVCTElTSEVEX0FULTImdGh1bWJTY2FsZUluZGV4PTAmcm93Q291bnRzSW5kZXg9NQ!!&rs=0.
- ↑ Duff, Mike (15 April 2019). "Is the Mercedes-Benz Concept GLB a Mini G-Wagen? Maybe, with a Little Wishful Thinking". Car and Driver. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a27149214/mercedes-benz-concept-glb-photos-info/.
- ↑ Pund, Daniel (10 June 2019). "The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB Crossover Is like a G-Wagen Emoji". Car and Driver. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a27886871/2020-mercedes-benz-glb250-photos-info/.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Brodie, James (11 June 2019). "New 2019 Mercedes GLB muscles in on family SUV class". Auto Express. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/mercedes/glb/107102/new-2019-mercedes-glb-muscles-in-on-family-suv-class.
- ↑ "Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Models, Generations & Redesigns". Cars.com. 20 September 2020. https://www.cars.com/research/mercedes_benz-glb_250/.
- ↑ Autocosmos (2019-11-12). "Mercedes-Benz GLB 2020 llega a México, un SUV versátil y compacto para siete ocupantes" (in es-MX). https://noticias.autocosmos.com.mx/2019/11/12/mercedes-benz-glb-2020-llega-a-mexico-un-suv-versatil-y-compacto-para-siete-ocupantes.
- ↑ Headlightmag (2020-07-09). "Mercedes-Benz GLB 2020 Released in Thailand" (in TH). http://www.headlightmag.com/official-price-mercedes-benz-glb-200-thailand/.
- ↑ "Mercedes adds the all-new GLB to their SUV line up – Car Torque SA" (in en-US). https://cartorquesa.co.za/mercedes-adds-the-all-new-glb-to-their-suv-line-up/.
- ↑ Krok, Andrew. "2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class offers lots of tech, seating for seven" (in en). https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/2020-mercedes-benz-glb-class-suv-debut/.
- ↑ Ewing, Steven. "2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class first ride: Just-right-sized SUV" (in en). https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/2020-mercedes-benz-glb-class-prototype-ride/.
- ↑ Bartlett, Jeff S.. "2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB SUV Packs in Tech and Optional Third Seat" (in en-US). https://www.consumerreports.org/luxury/2020-mercedes-benz-glb-preview/.
- ↑ "2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class - Specs, Technical Data & Dimensions". SUVTests.com. 20 September 2020. http://www.suvtests.com/mercedesbenz/glbclass/2020/specs/.
- ↑ Kable, Greg (2019-08-13). "Mercedes reveals UK prices for new GLB compact SUV". Haymarket Media Group. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/mercedes-reveals-uk-prices-new-glb-compact-suv.
- ↑ "The new Mercedes-AMG GLB 35 Unrivaled in its class: the new GLB 35 combines impressive versatility with sheer driving pleasure" (Press release). Mercedes-Benz USA. 28 August 2019.
- ↑ Brownell, Bradley (28 August 2019). "Mercedes-AMG GLB 35 Packs a Family-Sized Punch". Jalopnik. https://jalopnik.com/mercedes-amg-glb-35-packs-a-family-sized-punch-1837681340.
- ↑ "2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class - Specs, Technical Data & Dimensions". SUVTests.com. 20 September 2020. http://www.suvtests.com/mercedesbenz/glbclass/2020/specs/.
- ↑ "Mercedes-Benz GLB US car sales figures" (in en-US). 2020-01-04. https://carsalesbase.com/us-mercedes-benz-glb/.
- ↑ "Mercedes-Benz GLB China auto sales figures" (in en-US). 2020-01-16. https://carsalesbase.com/china-mercedes-benz-glb/.
- ↑ 21.0 21.1 "European sales 2020 midsized crossovers" (in en-US). 2021-02-18. https://carsalesbase.com/european-sales-2020-midsized-crossovers/.