8.6
2021 Mercedes-AMG GLB35 Review
An extraordinarily complete package that ticks all the boxes from design, practicality, tech and performance and for a reasonable price.
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Anthony Crawford
Mercedes-AMG GLB35 vs Cupra Formentor Comparison
Mercedes-AMG GLB35
Cupra Formentor
2024 Mercedes-AMG
GLB35
vs
2024 Cupra
Formentor
How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.9.
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Based on the Mercedes-AMG GLB35 35 4MATIC
Based on the Cupra Formentor VZe PHEV
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Fun
City drivingFuel Efficiency
60L
546 km
40L - 55L
76 to 424 km
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$102,900
$51,990 - $66,490
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CarExpert's Take
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Feels properly quick and handles superbly for a boxy SUV with a comfortable ride
- Benz has the edge on technology at the moment and it's easy to use
- Eminently practical and reasonably priced against rivals
Misses
- Engine note could be more interesting
- Third-row seating is tight
- Cargo space behind third row is limited to a few grocery bags
James Wong
Production Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Sharp looks will turn heads
- Focused on fun with PHEV efficiency
- Still thrifty on fuel as conventional hybrid
Misses
- Getting pricey
- Isn't as fast or fun as VZx
- Still requires option packs
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- 21 Inch Alloy Wheels (+$1,290)
- Alloy Wheels Special 20 Inch (+$790)
- Alloy Wheels Special 21 Inch (+$1,990)
- Driver Assist Pack (+$1,990)
- Metallic Paint (+$1,490)
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Colours Available
The Formentor is available in the following metallic finishes:
- Nevada White
- Magnetic Tech
- Midnight Black
- Asphalt Blue
The following premium metallic finishes are a $475 option:
- Desire Red (excludes VZx)
- Graphene Grey
- Dark Camouflage
The following matte finishes are a $2300 option exclusive to the VZx:
- Petrol Blue
- Magnetic Tech
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1991 | 1395 - 1984 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L | 2.0L, 1.4L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4 | TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 225kW | 110kW - 228kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5800 | 4200 - 5450 | |
| Torque | ||
| 400Nm | 250Nm - 400Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 3000 | 1500 - 2000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | 9.3 - 12.2 | |
