The Mercedes-Benz GLB has been given an update and has just gone on sale in South Africa. Here’s how much you can expect to pay as well as the specs.
The Mercedes-Benz GLB has received some updates and enhancements, and has touched down in South Africa. As a reminder, the GLB is positioned as Merc’s ‘biggest’ SUV in its compact car lineup.
Visually, the updated GLB gets a new-look front bumper with underbody protection and full-LED headlights. Customers have the choice of four new wheel designs and the colour palette gains a Spectral Blue Metallic paint option. As standard, the GLB comes with 18-inch wheels, but 19- and 20-inch units are an option.
Climb inside and the cabin benefits from a revised screen setup. There’s a 7-inch instrument cluster and 10.25-inch infotainment screen, with Merc offering two 10.25-inch widescreen displays as an option. The standard offering is increased, with fewer options to choose from. Standard kit includes reverse camera, USB ports, high beam assist, leather steering wheel, parking package and mirror package.
The safety offering is enhanced with the addition of active steering control, 360-degree camera, trailer maneuvering on top of the driving assistance package.
Engines and Economy
Mercedes-Benz SA will be offering just the one powertrain for its GLB. Badged as the 220d, the 2.0-litre turbocharged diesel engine makes 140 kW and 400 Nm. An 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox is standard, and customers can choose from 5-seat or 7-seat configurations.
The vehicle features 4Matic all-wheel drive for those adventuring types and you can expect consumption between 5.7 and 6.4 L/100 km.
How much does the updated Mercedes-Benz GLB cost in South Africa?
| GLB 220d 5-seater | R1 116 100 |
| GLB 220d 7-seater | R1 133 700 |
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