Verdict
At RM290,888, the Mercedes-Benz GLB GLB200 Progressive Line is the sensible seven-seat entry point: it retains the same 2,829 mm wheelbase, 130-litre boot and broad convenience/safety kit as its sibling. The RM51,000 step to the RM341,888 Mercedes-Benz GLB GLB250 AMG Line buys 60 hp, 80 Nm, all-wheel drive, an eight-speed DCT and a 7.0-second 0-100 km/h time. That is a substantial mechanical jump, but its RM437 annual road tax versus RM100 makes the GLB200 the better fit for buyers who do not need the extra pace.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLB GLB200 Progressive Line if you want the same seven-seat cabin and core equipment for RM51,000 less with RM100 annual road tax.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLB GLB250 AMG Line if 221 hp, 350 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 7.0-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than the higher purchase price and road tax.
Key differences
- Price: GLB200 Progressive Line RM290,888; GLB250 AMG Line RM341,888.
- Power and torque: GLB200 Progressive Line 161 hp and 270 Nm; GLB250 AMG Line 221 hp and 350 Nm.
- Driveline and gearbox: GLB200 Progressive Line front-wheel drive with seven-speed 7G-DCT; GLB250 AMG Line all-wheel drive with eight-speed 8G-DCT.
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: GLB200 Progressive Line 9.3 seconds and 207 km/h; GLB250 AMG Line 7.0 seconds and 236 km/h.
- Wheels and tyres: GLB200 Progressive Line 18-inch alloys with 235/55R18 Continental EcoContact 6 tyres; GLB250 AMG Line 19-inch AMG alloys with 235/50R19…
- Road tax and weight: GLB200 Progressive Line RM100 yearly and 1,555 kg; GLB250 AMG Line RM437 yearly and 1,705 kg.
GLB200 Progressive Line
- RM51,000 cheaper to buy.
- RM100 annual road tax.
- Same seven seats, 2,829 mm wheelbase and 130-litre boot as the GLB250 AMG Line.
- 161 hp, 270 Nm and a 9.3-second 0-100 km/h time trail the GLB250 AMG Line's 221 hp, 350 Nm and 7.0 seconds.
- Front-wheel drive and a seven-speed DCT instead of all-wheel drive and an eight-speed DCT.
- 18-inch wheels replace the GLB250 AMG Line's 19-inch AMG wheels.
GLB250 AMG Line
- 221 hp and 350 Nm from its 1,992 cc mild-hybrid powertrain.
- All-wheel drive and eight-speed 8G-DCT.
- 7.0-second 0-100 km/h time, plus 19-inch AMG wheels.
- Costs RM51,000 more than the GLB200 Progressive Line.
- RM437 annual road tax versus RM100.
- 150 kg heavier at 1,705 kg.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM290,888✓ | RM341,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM100✓ | RM437 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with mild hybrid tech |
| Capacity | 1,332 cc | 1,992 cc |
| Horsepower | 161 hp at 5,500 rpm | 221 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 270 Nm at 2,000 rpm | 350 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.2 mm × 81.4 mm | 83 mm × 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 9.8 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 150 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7G-DCT | 8G-DCT |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.3 seconds | 7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 207 km/h | 236 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,634 mm | 4,634 mm |
| Width | 1,834 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,663 mm | 1,663 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,829 mm | 2,829 mm |
| Weight | 1,555 kg | 1,705 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 130 litres | 130 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Mexico (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" 5-twin-spoke Alloys | 19" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" 5-twin-spoke Alloys | 19" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row seats, two last row seats | Available for two outer middle row seats, two last row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C 3rd Row | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C 3rd Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
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.
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GLB200 Progressive Line vs GLB250 AMG Line FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLB GLB200 Progressive Line or Mercedes-Benz GLB GLB250 AMG Line better?
The GLB250 AMG Line is mechanically stronger, with 221 hp, 350 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 7.0-second sprint to 100 km/h. The GLB200 Progressive Line is the better-cost choice because it retains the same seven-seat layout and key cabin equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLB GLB250 AMG Line costs RM51,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz GLB GLB200 Progressive Line.
What does the GLB250 AMG Line add mechanically?
It changes from the GLB200 Progressive Line's 1.332-litre, 161 hp, front-wheel-drive seven-speed setup to a 1.992-litre mild-hybrid unit with 221 hp, 350 Nm, all-wheel drive and an eight-speed DCT.
