2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class vs 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

$45,800 · Crossover

$44,210 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

When facing the choice between premium compact luxury and three-row hybrid efficiency, potential buyers are often stuck. The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class starts at $45,800, offering a 221 hp punch in a slightly smaller package (182.4 inches long). Conversely, the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid undercuts that price at $44,210 and provides significantly better fuel economy, achieving 36 combined MPG versus the GLB's 28 combined MPG, while demanding only regular unleaded fuel. The Toyota is much larger overall (201.4 inches long, 72.1 inches high) and boasts a 245 hp engine, leading to better overall practicality despite having slightly less cargo space at 20.6 cu ft compared to the GLB's 22 cu ft. The GLB relies on an 8-speed automated manual, whereas the Highlander uses a smoother CVT.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

The Grand Highlander Hybrid wins for commuters due to its superior 36 combined MPG and use of regular unleaded fuel, leading to lower running costs.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

The substantially larger dimensions of the Grand Highlander Hybrid (201.4 inches long) provide more practical space for growing families than the compact GLB.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

Enthusiasts will prefer the Grand Highlander Hybrid's higher 245 hp output and standard All-Wheel Drive system.

💰 Best Value

2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

The Toyota offers significantly better fuel economy (36 MPG vs 28 MPG) and more power for a lower starting MSRP of $44,210.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class if...

You prioritize fitting into tighter city spaces, benefiting from the GLB's compact 182.4-inch length.
You specifically desire the badge prestige and luxurious interior feel associated with Mercedes-Benz.
You prefer the direct shifts of an 8-speed automated manual transmission over a CVT.

Choose the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid if...

You want the lowest running costs, thanks to 36 combined MPG and the ability to use regular unleaded fuel.
You require maximum interior space, as the Grand Highlander is substantially larger in every dimension than the GLB.
You need the added traction and stability provided by its standard All Wheel Drive system.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class	Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
Length	182.4"	201.4"
Width	72.2"	78.3"
Height	66.7"	72.1"
Wheelbase	111.4"	116.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	—
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	—
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	hybrid
Horsepower	221 hp @ 5500 rpm	245 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm	—
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Transmission Type	8-speed automated manual	continuously variable-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	25/33 MPG	37/34 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	28 MPG	36 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	397.5/524.7 mi.	636.4/584.8 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.9 gal.	17.2 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	—
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Infotainment Display	10.25 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	6 months	3 months
Speaker System	—	6

Power Feature

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Front Head Room	40.7 in.	41.5 in.
Front Leg Room	41.1 in.	41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	60.2 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Front Hip Room	—	56.5 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Rear Head Room	39.3 in.	40.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.1 in.	39.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.9 in.	58.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	57.0 in.
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	—
Tire Size	235/55R18	255/65R18
Run Flat Tires	✓	—
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in
Tire Type	—	All Season
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary

Suspension

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Toyota
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	2 yr./ unlimited mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	2 yr./ 25000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class and 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid.

Which vehicle costs more to fuel annually?

The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid is the clear winner here. It delivers 36 combined MPG compared to the Mercedes GLB's 28 combined MPG. Furthermore, the GLB mandates premium unleaded fuel, whereas the Toyota runs on regular unleaded, stacking up savings over the long term.

Is the size difference significant for daily driving?

Absolutely; the Toyota is physically much larger, measuring 201.4 inches long and 78.3 inches wide, compared to the GLB's 182.4 inches in length and 72.2 inches in width. This makes the GLB easier to maneuver and park in congested urban environments.

Who wins for overall performance figures?

The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid is more powerful, offering 245 hp from its powertrain compared to the GLB's 221 hp. While the GLB is front-wheel drive, the Toyota comes standard with AWD, suggesting better capability in various road conditions.

How do the MSRP and required fuel compare?

The Toyota starts slightly cheaper at $44,210 and uses regular unleaded, while the Mercedes GLB starts at $45,800 and strictly requires premium unleaded gas, making the Toyota significantly cheaper to purchase and operate.

Which car offers more dedicated storage space?

Surprisingly, the smaller Mercedes GLB technically wins on sheer volume behind the rear seats, offering 22 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the Grand Highlander Hybrid’s 20.6 cubic feet.

Do these cars share a similar transmission type?

No, they use fundamentally different systems; the GLB utilizes an 8-speed automated manual, which provides distinct gear changes, while the Grand Highlander Hybrid employs a continuously variable-speed automatic transmission (CVT) designed for smooth, unbroken acceleration.