2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB Revealed: Here's What's New

Mercedes-Benz introduced the GLB 7-seat luxury SUV in India back in 2022, but discontinued it earlier in 2025 to pave the way for the next-generation model. The new GLB has now made its global debut with updates including the advanced MMA platform and both EV and ICE options worldwide. While an India launch is confirmed, the exact timeline has not been revealed yet, and unlike the CLA, the GLB will arrive only with petrol and diesel powertrains.

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB: Powertrain

Mercedes is launching the GLB EV globally, starting with an 85kWh battery pack that delivers up to 631km of range in the 2WD GLB 250+ and 614km in the AWD GLB 350 4Matic, as per WLTP. Built on the MMA platform with 800V architecture, it supports DC fast charging up to 320kW. The 250+ produces 272hp, while the 350 adds a front motor for 353 hp and accelerates from 0-100kph in just 5.5 seconds.

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The new Mercedes-Benz GLB will later gain a 48-volt mild-hybrid petrol option. It combines a 1.5-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine with an 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox and an electric motor for added efficiency. Supporting this setup is a lithium-ion battery pack offering 1.3kWh of usable capacity, enhancing performance while keeping the SUV aligned with modern hybrid technology trends.

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB: Exterior And Design

The new Mercedes-Benz GLB highlights fresh design elements such as a full-width LED strip, three-pointed star lighting integrated into the headlamps, and a bold studded grille with a large Mercedes emblem. Electric variants add illuminated star motifs within the grille. The side profile showcases squared wheel arches, a thick D-pillar, roof rails, flush door handles, and a gently sloping roofline. Compared to its predecessor, the GLB's wraparound rear windscreen is more pronounced, while the window line adopts a simpler, more conventional treatment.

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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB: Interior

Mercedes-Benz recently offered a first glimpse of the new GLB's cabin, highlighting improvements across its five and seven-seat variants. The brand claims enhanced space in all rows despite a slightly lower overall height. Headroom has reportedly increased by 35mm in the front, 68mm in the second row, and 10 mm in the third, ensuring greater comfort for passengers while retaining the SUV's versatile family-friendly appeal.

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB interior

Buyers of the new GLB will also benefit from Mercedes's advanced MBUX Superscreen setup, which combines a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with dual 14-inch displays for infotainment and co-driver functions. Running the latest operating system, the interface integrates an AI-powered voice assistant and Google Maps for seamless navigation. In the GLB EV, the mapping system goes further, factoring in terrain, route profile, ambient temperature, driving speed, heating and cooling demands, traffic conditions, and charger availability to deliver highly optimized travel routes.