2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB SUV

Updated October 8, 2026

Seats: 5–7[2]
Power: 221–302 hp[4]
Drive: FWD · 4MATIC[2]
Powertrains: Mild hybrid[1]

The GLB is the boxy, practical compact SUV in the Mercedes-Benz lineup, with an available third row. The 2026 range is the front-wheel-drive GLB 250, the GLB 250 4MATIC and the AMG GLB 35, all with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with hybrid assist and an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. It seats five as standard, seven with the optional 50/50-split third row, and offers 62 cubic feet of cargo room with all rear seats down. It suits families who want flexible seating in an easy-to-park footprint. An all-new 2027 GLB is announced for early 2027.

What changed for 2026

Mercedes-Benz USA describes AMG Line Lite and the Midnight Edition as new for the GLB, each adding wheel and styling enhancements. [1]
Mercedes-Benz USA highlights new mild hybrid technology on the GLB that can add 13 hp electrically. [1]

Trims

GLB 250 SUV
2.0L inline-4 turbo with mild hybrid drive, 221 hp and 258 lb-ft, 8G-DCT 8-speed dual-clutch automatic. Front-wheel drive, seating for 5 with 7 optional. [2]
GLB 250 4MATIC SUV
The same 221-hp mild-hybrid engine with 4MATIC all-wheel drive, 0-60 mph in 6.9 seconds, and an EPA rating of 24 mpg city and 33 mpg highway. [3]
AMG GLB 35 SUV
AMG-enhanced 2.0L inline-4 turbo with hybrid assist, 302 hp and 295 lb-ft, AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8-speed and AMG Performance 4MATIC, 0-60 mph in 5.4 seconds, with the third row still available. [4]

How it compares

Edmunds places the GLB among small luxury SUVs including the BMW X1 and Volvo XC40, and also points shoppers to the Genesis GV70, BMW X3 and the larger Mercedes-Benz GLC. [6]

Questions people ask

Does the Mercedes-Benz GLB have a third row?: Yes, as an option. The GLB seats 5 as standard and 7 with the optional 50/50-split third row, which Mercedes-Benz USA lists at 34.8 inches of headroom and 29.1 inches of legroom. [3]
How much cargo space does the GLB have?: Mercedes-Benz USA lists 12.4 to 62.0 cubic feet of cargo volume, with 62 cubic feet when all rear seats are folded. [2]
Is the GLB available with all-wheel drive?: Yes. The GLB 250 4MATIC SUV and AMG GLB 35 SUV are all-wheel drive; the GLB 250 SUV is front-wheel drive. [2]
Is a new GLB coming?: Yes. Mercedes-Benz USA lists an all-new 2027 GLB SUV as a future vehicle, expected in dealerships in early 2027, with available seating for up to seven and the new MB.OS-based MBUX. [5]