2027 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class Debuts with Electrified Power, Cutting-Edge Tech, and Expanded Space
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its all-new 2027 GLB-Class, transforming the compact SUV into a tech-forward electric vehicle (EV) while prioritizing interior versatility.
All-Electric Performance
The GLB now features an entirely electric lineup:
- GLB 250+ EQ: 268 hp, 247 lb-ft torque.
- GLB 350 4MATIC EQ: 349 hp, 380 lb-ft torque (dual-motor AWD).
Both models share an 85-kWh battery and 800-volt architecture, enabling a 10-minute fast-charge boost of up to 161 miles. The GLB 250+ boasts a 392-mile WLTP range (European testing), while the GLB 350 offers slightly less. A 48-volt hybrid variant will follow for drivers transitioning to electrification.
Innovations include a new rear-drive unit with 93% energy efficiency, a rear two-speed transmission, and brake-by-wire tech capable of recapturing 200 kW of energy—even enabling one-pedal driving.
Uncompromised Practicality
The GLB retains its signature flexibility:
- Standard 5-seat layout with an optional third row (accommodating passengers up to 5’6″).
- Expanded rear legroom thanks to a 114.1-inch wheelbase.
- Generous cargo space (19.1 cu ft behind the second row; 60+ cu ft with seats folded) plus a front trunk (“frunk”).
Sleeker Design, High-Tech Interior
Exterior updates refine the boxy silhouette while adding sophistication:
- An illuminated grille with 94 chrome-effect stars and a backlit Mercedes emblem.
- Standard panoramic roof or optional Sky Control roof—switchable from transparent to opaque instantly, with a starlight projector for nighttime ambience.
Inside, the cabin adopts a minimalist, futuristic theme:
- Optional MBUX Superscreen spanning the dashboard, integrating digital gauges, a central touchscreen, and passenger display.
- Tactile controls return, including a dedicated adaptive cruise toggle and volume roller.
AI-Driven Tech and Safety
The GLB debuts Mercedes’ MB.OS platform with fourth-gen MBUX, featuring:
- A cloud-connected Virtual Assistant (powered by Google/Microsoft AI) that understands natural speech and displays emotive animations.
- Google Maps-powered navigation and “Zero Layer” menus for intuitive access to key functions.
Safety enhancements include new driver-assistance suites, a front-center airbag, reinforced side-impact structures, and upgraded high-voltage battery protection.
The Takeaway
The 2027 GLB-Class marries the original’s practicality—spaciousness, optional third row, and compact footprint—with bold electrification and digital innovation. Its flashier tech and styling may polarize traditionalists, but Mercedes bets buyers will embrace the GLB’s leap into the EV future without sacrificing everyday usability.
