2027 Mercedes-Benz GLB Detailed for Australia: 7-Seat Luxury SUV Drops Entry Price, 800V EQB Successor from $65,400

Mercedes-Benz Australia has officially opened order books and confirmed local pricing for the second-generation 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLB lineup.

In a market environment where new-car price hikes have become the norm, the 2027 GLB bucks the trend with aggressive price reductions. The lineup now opens at $65,400 before on-road costs for the front-wheel-drive GLB200—undercutting the outgoing model's entry barrier ($68,300) by $2,900.

Even more aggressive is the electric lineup: the new GLB250+ electric opens at $74,990 plus on-roads, effectively replacing the previous EQB while slashing the electric entry price by more than $15,000. The flagship dual-motor all-wheel-drive GLB350 4Matic electric tops the range at $86,200 before on-roads.

Powertrains: 48V Electrified Petrol and 800V Long-Range EV

The 2027 GLB lineup caters to both traditional and EV buyers through four distinct output tiers:

• GLB200 & GLB220 4Matic (1.5L Turbo MHEV): Feature a newly developed 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine paired with a 48-volt electrical system. A 22kW/200Nm electric motor is integrated directly into the eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (8F-eDCT), enabling low-speed pure-electric crawling and engine-off coasting. The front-drive GLB200 produces 120kW and 250Nm (0–100km/h in 8.7s), while the all-wheel-drive GLB220 4Matic delivers 140kW and 300Nm (0–100km/h in 7.5s).

• GLB250+ Electric (RWD Long-Range): Outfitted with a rear-mounted permanently excited synchronous motor (PSM) delivering 200kW of power and 335Nm of torque via a two-speed rear axle transmission (0–100km/h in 7.4s). Drawing from an 85kWh usable nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) battery, it yields a claimed WLTP driving range of up to 570km (with peak test figures reaching 626km).
• GLB350 4Matic Electric (AWD Dual-Motor): Adds a front motor to unlock dual-motor all-wheel drive, generating combined outputs of 260kW and 515Nm. The 0–100km/h sprint drops to 5.5 seconds, while maintaining a substantial WLTP driving range of 554km (peak 609km).

Dimensions and Packaging: True 7-Seat Practicality & Added Frunk

Measuring 4732mm long (+48mm), 1861mm wide (+27mm), and 1687mm tall (-14mm), the GLB's wheelbase has stretched by 60mm to 2889mm.

Despite the slightly lower overall roofline, intelligent packaging increases interior headroom by 35mm in the front row, 64mm in the second row, and 10mm in the third row. Crucially for Australian families, all GLB models come standard with a seven-seat configuration (2-3-2), with anchor points accommodating up to five child seats across rows two and three. The second-row bench features fore-and-aft sliding adjustment to balance legroom and cargo needs.

Cargo capacity behind the rear seats provides 480 litres, expanding to 1605 litres when rear seats are folded flat. Electric variants solve previous EQB packaging gripes by adding a generous 127-litre front luggage trunk (frunk) under the bonnet—ideal for stowing charging cables and day packs.

Digital Cockpit and the Return of Physical Controls

The cabin is centered around the Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS) and fourth-generation MBUX, driven by artificial intelligence integrating ChatGPT-4o, Microsoft Bing, and Google Gemini for conversational voice commands. Satellite navigation is powered by Google Maps with dynamic EV routing.

• Screen Architecture: Standard layout pairs a 10.25-inch digital driver cluster with a 14-inch high-definition central touchscreen, alongside a standard colour Head-Up Display.

• The Physical Control Return: Addressing customer criticism of touch-slider controls, Mercedes-Benz has reintroduced tactile physical controls on the steering wheel, featuring a tactile rocker switch for adaptive cruise/speed limiter adjustments and an intuitive mechanical roller for audio volume.
• Standard Amenities: Every GLB includes a panoramic glass roof, hands-free power tailgate (foot-kick operation), heated and power-adjustable front seats with memory, proximity keyless entry, and a 360-degree surround-view parking camera.

2027 Mercedes-Benz GLB Full Australian Pricing

The 2027 GLB is available to order now at Mercedes-Benz dealerships nationwide.

Key Option Packages

• AMG Line Package ($3,200 MRLP - Optional on GLB200; Standard on GLB220, GLB250+, GLB350): Adds 20-inch AMG aerodynamic multi-spoke alloy wheels, adaptive suspension damping, AMG sports body styling, Nappa leather flat-bottom sports steering wheel, and light carbon-grain aluminum cabin trim.
• Premium Plus Package with Digital Extras ($4,000 MRLP - All Variants): Adds the MBUX Superscreen (incorporating a dedicated 14-inch front passenger display), a Burmester 3D surround sound system, LED High Performance headlamps with Adaptive Highbeam Assist, rear LED connecting light bar, and animated Mercedes-Benz star ambient puddle lighting. (Note: In accordance with Australian vehicle safety regulations, selected entertainment functions on the passenger screen operate only when the vehicle is stationary in Park).

Factory Warranty Coverage

The 2027 GLB is covered by Mercedes-Benz’s five-year, unlimited-kilometre new-vehicle warranty, while the high-voltage traction battery on electric models receives an eight-year or 160,000km warranty.

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