Comparison - Audi Q3 40 TFSI quattro 2021 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 2021

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Model: 
Average Price: 
$
54,450
Australian dollar
Updated: 
15 Jan 2021
$
38,050
Updated: 
26 Sep 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2021
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
7-speed Shiftable Automatic
8-speed dual-clutch
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
no
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
15.90gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Ibis white
#E8E7E3
Mythos black, metallic
#110E14
Pulse orange
#E98D1C
Turbo blue
#216B85
Daytona grey, pearl effect
#7F848D
Tango red, metallic
#C21630
Navarra blue, metallic
#0647B4
Color: 
Polar White
#F7F7F7
Night Black
#282D31
Digital White metallic
#E3E3E3
Cosmos Black metallic
#0B1016
Iridium Silver metallic
#9FA0A2
Mountain Grey metallic
#747578
Rose Gold metallic
#AC9698
Denim Blue metallic
#11284A
Galaxy Blue metallic
#0F2681
Patagonia Red metallic
#74141C

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

A very competitive posh crossover, but it fumbles some of Audi's traditional strengths.

Pros
Lots of equipment and tech,
practical,
striking to look at

Cons
The powertrains,
HMI and materials aren't as polished as Audi's norm

By: 
topgear.com

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class hides station-wagon virtues behind its charming SUV-like body.

Pros
Handsome cockpit
Chunky body
Sliding second-row seat
Lots of technology
Right-sized

Cons
Tight third-row seat
Some features force you to buy other features
Infotainment needs a primer
Priced at a premium

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Blind spot monitoring is now standard, but otherwise the GLB is unchanged for 2021. Mercedes is launching a high-performance, AMG-branded GLB35 model (reviewed separately) this year.

Pros
Compelling base price,
cool infotainment setup,
roomy for first and second-row passengers.

Cons
Not much in the way of standard equipment,
sluggish throttle response,
tight passenger space in optional third row.

By: 
caranddriver.com

For 2021 A blind-spot monitor and household power outlet now standard on GLB 250.

Pros
Spacious for both passengers and cargo
Strong overall performance
Exceptional ride and seat comfort
Lots of the latest tech and convenience features

Cons
GLB 250 isn't particularly exciting to drive
Options can quickly run the cost up

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
23.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
31.00mpg
Engine type: 
Hybrid
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
Torque: 
236ft-lbs
at 3 940rpm
258ft-lbs
at 1 800rpm
Horsepower: 
177hp
at 6 000rpm
221hp
at 5 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.40Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Cruise control with speed limiter
Parking system plus with front and rear sensors
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
176.50in
182.40in
Width: 
79.60in
72.20in
Height: 
63.60in
65.30in
Ground Clearance: 
7.90in
Front Track: 
62.30in
63.20in
Rear Track: 
62.00in
Wheel Base: 
105.50in
111.40in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
41.40
40.70
Rear Head Room: 
38.40
39.30
Front Leg Room: 
41.10in
Rear leg room: 
38.10in
Front Hip Room: 
59.30in
Front Shoulder Room: 
56.60in
55.90in
Rear Hip Room: 
57.70in
Rear Shoulder room: 
55.10in
54.90in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
62.00cu.ft
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
22.00cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
3638.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
keyless entry and start
Electric rear tailgate with programmable opening height and gesture control for hands free opening and closing
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Remote Keyless Power Door Locks
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Standard front seats with manual adjustment
Electric seat for driver including adjustment of the seat height, fore/aft position
Seat angle and backrest angle; front passenger seat manually adjustable.
4-way electric lumbar support for driver and front passenger
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Leatherette
8 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
40:20:40 split folding and rear centre armrest
cup holder
Folding center armrest
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Reclining Rear Seats
Rear Ventilation Ducts

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
2-zone climate control
separately adjustable temperature and air distribution settings for front left and right-hand sides; includes air vents in the rear
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Dual Zone Front Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
Audi virtual cockpit plus – fully digital configurable instrument cluster with 12.3 inch high resolution colour display
2 USB interfaces in front with charging and data transfer functionality. Also includes 2 USB interfaces in the rear with charging function5
6 speaker
Bang & Olufsen 3D Sound System
MMI navigation plus
USB Connection
10.25-inch digital instrument cluster display
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
no
More in Glass and Roof: 
Adaptive LED headlights
Privacy glass – dark tinted rear and rear side windows
Exterior mirrors; electrically adjustable with integrated LED indicators
Front spoiler, rear diffuser, side blades and frame of side air inlets in selenite silver, matt
Roof rails in anodised aluminium
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
19"
18 X 7.5 In.
Wheels more: 
Run Flat Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R19
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Front Disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Solid Rear Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Lane departure warning – with lane keeping assist
High beam assist
Hill descent control
Hill hold assist
Tyre pressure loss indicator
Seat belts with pre-tensioners for front and rear
Audi pre-sense front with Autonomous Emergency Braking
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Brake Drying
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages: 
AMG® Line W/Night Package
Premium Package
Exterior Lighting Package
Driver Assistance Package
Multimedia Package
AMG® Line
Parking Assistance Package
Exterior Options: 
Panorama Roof
Illuminated Star
Carbon-Style Rear Spoiler
Rear Chrome Trim
Carbon-Style Mirror Housings
Chrome Door Handle Inserts
Body-Color Rear Spoiler
20" AMG® Multispoke Wheels
19" AMG® Twin 5-Spoke Wheels
20" AMG® Black Multispoke Wheels
19" AMG® Twin 5-Spoke Wheels W/Black Accents
19" 10-Spoke Wheels W/Matte Black Accents
Wheel Locking Bolts
Interior Options: 
MBUX Interior Assistant
Dashcam
Burmester Surround Sound System
3rd-Row Seats
Rear Side Airbags
SiriusXM Radio
Heated And Ventilated Front Seats
Inductive Wireless Charging And NFC Pairing
KEYLESS-GO
Heated Steering Wheel
Garage Door Opener
64-Color LED Ambient Lighting W/Illuminated Vents
Heated Front Seats

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Neva Grey/Black, leatherette
#A5ACB4
Bahia Brown, leather
#895338
Black w/Dinamica Inserts and Red Topstitching , leatherette/suede
#000000
Black, leatherette
#000000
Black, leather
#000000
Macchiato Beige, leatherette
#993238
Classic Red/Black, leather
#E2DDDD
Titanium Grey/Black, leather
#71706E