Ford Explorer vs Mercedes-Benz GLB
Overview | |
MSRP$35,510 | MSRP$38,600 |
Listings1471 | Listings270 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryTwo years ago, Ford redesigned its popular Explorer midsize three-row SUV. It moved to a rear-drive platform, added an optional hybrid powertrain, and offered everything from a value-rich base model to a luxurious Platinum trim level. Since then, Ford has added ST-Line, Timberline, and King Ranch trim levels while simultaneously honing the Explorer’s packaging to appeal to the broadest cross-section of Americans possible. | |
Reviews SummaryDesigned for Europe’s narrow city streets and tight parking spaces, the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class aims to maximize utility in an SUV that is minimally sized. The result is a boxy vehicle emphasizing practicality over style, offering seating for up to seven people and a base price under $40,000 combined with the performance, technology, and luxury upgrades you expect in a Mercedes. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 221 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower | Horsepower221 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 221 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower221 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.2 cu ft | Cargo Space12.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight4345 lbs | Curb Weight3638 lbs |
Height69.9 in | Height66.7 in |
Length198.8 in | Length182.4 in |
Width89.3 in | Width79.5 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase111.4 in |
Maximum Payload1425 lbs | Maximum Payload1091 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $35,510 | $38,600 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Two years ago, Ford redesigned its popular Explorer midsize three-row SUV. It moved to a rear-drive platform, added an optional hybrid powertrain, and offered everything from a value-rich base model to a luxurious Platinum trim level. Since then, Ford has added ST-Line, Timberline, and King Ranch trim levels while simultaneously honing the Explorer’s packaging to appeal to the broadest cross-section of Americans possible. | Designed for Europe’s narrow city streets and tight parking spaces, the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class aims to maximize utility in an SUV that is minimally sized. The result is a boxy vehicle emphasizing practicality over style, offering seating for up to seven people and a base price under $40,000 combined with the performance, technology, and luxury upgrades you expect in a Mercedes. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 221 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 221 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
MPG City | 20 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 32 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 221 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | |
Horsepower | 221 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 32 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.2 cu ft | 12.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4345 lbs | 3638 lbs |
Height | 69.9 in | 66.7 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 182.4 in |
Width | 89.3 in | 79.5 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 111.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 1425 lbs | 1091 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5300 lbs | |

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