2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 vs. 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLB 250

MSRP*: $44,650 to $46,650
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2024 Toyota
Highlander Hybrid

MSRP*: $40,970 to $53,375
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MPG - City 24 - 25 MPG 35 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 33 MPG 34 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 62.0 ft3 84.3 ft3
Engine
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 243-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 221 hp 243 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 182.4 in 194.9 in
Exterior Width 72.2 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 40.7 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 38.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Convenience
The Toyota Highlander Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 is much slimmer than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 has a little less horsepower than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Utility
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 has less seating than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, making the Toyota Highlander Hybrid the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.