2020 Mercedes GLB vs 2020 BMW X1 | Why You Should Pick The GLB Over The X1 | Comparison

[@SamCarLegion]

The 2020 BMW X1 will receive Android Auto potentially in July 2020. People voted on my Instagram: 71% GLB looks better vs 29% for the X1. What do you think?

[@kobekiko475]

Do you know if the new 2021 BMW X1 will offer blind side? It’s not on the 2020 as of now Hopefully they add it lol

[@SamCarLegion]

@@kobekiko475 this one I had, had it?

[@joshuakurian8502]

The GLB is better i have one and it is GREAT. We were gonna buy x1 but we didn’t like the looks.

[@ropi4524]

Same here. Orderd a GLB 4matic.

[@tofutrader]

Mercedes always has better interior, however for the price you pay for the BMW X1, the driving dynamics can’t be beat. If you want a sporty feeling suv, go with X1, if you want a better interior go with GLB.

[@david-louleonard6462]

I think the bmw will be getting a full interior update. I’m excited to see how it looks compared with the rest of the lineup.

[@matthewgrayson8]

I actually thought the GLB was funky looking too, think the X1 looks better and the interior of X1 has way better materials, that GLB felt cheap, it doesn’t look cheap but poking around it is. Many forget the details

[@SamCarLegion]

GLB feels cheap? I am not sure how it looks cheap.

[@matthewgrayson8]

Sam CarLegion I didn’t say it looks cheap , I said a lot of the materials are cheap, at least cheaper than the x1s

[@SamCarLegion]

@@matthewgrayson8 maybe.

[@ultimussslol1558]

Build quality wise BMW is better than Mercedes.

[@ZoneCrasher]

@@SamCarLegion Because you don't put tablets inside cars.

[@darryl5551]

In EU de X1 has already facelift with different interior and different bumpers

[@SamCarLegion]

Of course. You guys get the better cars

[@kela6020]

But this is the facelift we have in EU as well though 🤔 (if EU stands for Europe)

[@darryl5551]

@@kela6020 maybe you are right, but this car do not have the option with 10,25 inch screen. Thats looks much better and wil be better to compare with the mercedes

[@troika72]

Thanks for this nice review. I will make a decision between X1 and GLB in two days. Your review will help me.

[@WillaKindle]

Which vehicle did you purchase X1 or GLB

[@letstalkbiblewithshun.s]

Compare it with the GLA please

[@SamCarLegion]

shun s ok

[@issaissa]

While I do agree that the GLB is better than the X1, I think you are over exaggerating how much better it is just a bit. 1) iDrive is easier to use than even the newest version of Mercedes' infotainment (MBUX). That little knob in the X1 make it so much easier to use than a frustrating touchpad 2) a 3rd row seat in this category is mostly pointless. Way too small, and adds cost unnecessarily. It will just eat more cargo space which is already small. If you need more room, then prob best to go to the next category up. 3) I'm 6'4'' and got in and out of the front seat of the X1 easily--especially with the standard seats (not the sport ones). The back seats however, were definitely smaller than the GLB. 4.) The X1 gets slightly better gas mileage in the 2WD version Otherwise I agree w everything else. I wish they updated that interior in the X1 just a little bit. a 10.2inch display with a full digital instrument cluster would have done wonders. And also black interior with black trim doesn't do it justice. But i guess since it's selling so well they just can't be bothered?

[@SamCarLegion]

Points well made. Thanks for the feedback

[@sxk4886]

Can you comparison review 2020 Audi q7 technik vs 2020 BMW x5 xdrive40i m sport 7 pass vs 2020 Mercedes Benz gle450

[@anw9485]

I agree. I had a 2018 X1 and a 21 GLA35(same interior as the GLB and granted it is an AMG "lite" model). The X1 is a good car but the design, especially the interior just screams "budget model". Very basic/minimal design to the steering wheel, gauges and center stack. The GLA35 is still a "budget model" but it doesn't look that way. You cant really tell that the MB is a budget model until you start knocking on stuff. For me it was when I unbuckled my seat belt and let the buckle go and heard it knock into what sounded like an empty, plastic-y B-pillar.

[@sxk4886]

Can you comparison review 2020 Audi q3 vs 2020 BMW x2

[@SamCarLegion]

Sure.

[@dersimliulm3086]

Glb or x3 which is better?

[@basicdose.9872]

BMW X1 should be compared with gla.

[@sultanaljedda3688]

Agreed

[@Giovanni_Pantaloni]

You should compare X1 with GLA and all of a sudden BMW is the better one. Then do the GLB against an X3 and you will end up with a similar result. Compare apples with apples please.

[@amarjit_singh_]

Compare apples to apples..if that's what you want then the GLC should be compared with the X3 and then see which is better!!!

[@scobbyy2k3]

Hi Sam, im car shopping, can you give your thought between the glb and bmw x3 ?

[@SamCarLegion]

Glb

[@nabilelmaataoui5418]

Nice comparaison man .i'm a big fan from Morocco.

[@SamCarLegion]

Thank you :) stay safe

[@nabilelmaataoui5418]

@@SamCarLegion thanks yoi too

[@hamzab3659]

Dima mghrib🇲🇦👑

[@bobjones2580]

Pricing. How much if comparably equipped? I heard someone said even moon roof is extra on GLB. GLB appears to better, but how much more?

[@SamCarLegion]

You will pay more because of the extra row, both top of the trim, glb easily 3k usd

[@exultanteseiozeke2192]

Of course the GLB. BMW X1 and Mercedes Benz GLA are suppose to fight.

[@sergiosergio8715]

Thank you for review, so far I like merc better than x1^ what about GLB vs X2?

[@SamCarLegion]

Glb

[@blackcatsarenopussies]

You can actually compare the X1 with GLB. Just because the price is similar and many actually don't mind the class slight difference thing

[@rouzbehtalebi]

Amazing video. I did not find a video related to the best SUV of less than 65000 CAD. What are your top three recommendations?

[@SamCarLegion]

Q3, GLB, RDX

[@rouzbehtalebi]

Sam CarLegion, thanks for your response. I want to test GLB tomorrow, but I am not a hundred percent sure about it. 👍

[@SamCarLegion]

@@rouzbehtalebi what's your family size?

[@rouzbehtalebi]

@@SamCarLegion Just my wife and I! we live in Saskatchewan

[@SamCarLegion]

@@rouzbehtalebi GLB is a great pick for future family growth and looks extremely luxurious for the price. I like it a lot.

[@smithwesson870]

Glb is my favorite. X1 interior is very old style.

[@nabilelmaataoui5418]

Can we get a gla review??

[@SamCarLegion]

Absolutely, once things cool down

[@nabilelmaataoui5418]

@@SamCarLegion thank you so much . Stay safe

[@pongwasu]

Is cabin very quieter than GLB? IS GLB ride is bumpy(smoother) than X1? Right now I own Mini countryman and looking for something smoother and quieter.

[@Sc2God724]

Glb is boxy so its not going be quite or smoother x1 will be better in those regards it's all about physics

[@4ron267]

I would pick the better driver's car any day - the BMW.

[@BionicRusty]

Merc gearbox is nowhere near as good as BMW’s. Same for the voice control. Merc is terrible. I own both an X1 (2017) and a GLA (2018) and jump in the X1 every time. It’s more comfortable, I find entry/exit really good & it fits my iPhone 7Plus 😂 And I have to ask, why be shocked when someone has a different opinion? 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Ewoodster]

So, you are comparing an up to date BMW with an old Mercedes. The new GLA has just been released and is much better than the old one in every department.

[@BionicRusty]

Ewoodster, it definitely needed it because the 2018 ‘box in the GLA clanks and stutters. I’m aware of a new ‘box for the new GLA but believe it’s in the diesel only. My X1 is also older (2017. Typo in original post. It’s not a 2027!!) than the GLA.

[@mammutpenthouse]

New box in GLB is excellent, You Are comparing wrong box

[@BionicRusty]

@@mammutpenthouse could be now if it’s just been changed. Our car (GLA) is a 2018 and the ‘box in that not good. It never seems to be in the right gear and particularly does not like hills. I’ve just got my new car, an XC40, but maybe next time I’ll give the GLB a go. 👍

[@issaissa]

Welp, I ended up getting the GLB. I do like it, but I kind of regret my decision. Here's why: 1.) The ride is way too bumpy for a Mercedes. It's more on the sporty end than the luxury end. I opted OUT of the sport package so it would be smooth, but it's still quite bumpy. I wish I got the adaptive suspension (for another $1k extra) 2.) The trackpad is SO ANNOYING. It's been 4 months now and it still bothers me. It constantly changes channels + skips tracks by itself, and it's way less intuitive than iDrive. I miss the turning knob on the BMW but i just try to use everything through touchscreen. Voice commands don't work super well either. 3.) The interior looks great, but after a while you really notice how cheaply built it is. Hard plastics, general creaking, and it just feels fragile. Not what I would expect in a Benz. 4.) The transmission revs too high and acts weird at low levels. It's gotten slightly better though so maybe it's learning how I drive. 5.) The transmission level is annoying, but i'm getting more used to it. Definitely miss a gear knob in the center console area. 6.) I regret not getting the adaptive cruise control / safety package. That would have been $2.5k extra but the MSRP was already 50k without it. That high of a price without the feature on that package is quite annoying. The standard cruise control is really finicky to use. This was my first mercedes and probably will be my last. I love the large interior, the beautiful interior styling, the gas mileage, the cargo space, and other things. But I think the better driving and better built BMW would have been a better choice. Good thing it's a lease! :)

[@blackcatsarenopussies]

You should have gone with the GLC. Much better and more sophisticated ride for almost the same price as a GLB. GLC is built on the E Class platform with interior bits from C Class. GLB is built on the compact A Class

[@issaissa]

​@@blackcatsarenopussies GLC's interior is worse, is smaller inside, had a more dated infotainment system at the time, was more expensive, and doesn't look as good as the GLB in my opinion. Wish i just got the adaptive suspension.

[@amarjit_singh_]

@@blackcatsarenopussies The GLC's platform isn't just from the E class but a lot of other mercs uses that platform as well, like the C class, CLS.

[@antonachurra8841]

Love your show! Pls do a segment for Audi Q3 2021 vs GLB Mercedes 2021 (comparison). I’m in the market for a new car this 2021. Thanks much! Godspeed!

[@SamCarLegion]

Will do :)

[@Mr_GiLL83]

Amazing Looking Forward For BMW X1 2021 Vs GLB 2021 💜😊

[@SamCarLegion]

Will happen :)

[@stevenmichael4124]

The Mercedes GLB looks like a coffin mover and certainly looks uglier than 2020 BMW X1! So NO I will not go anywhere near that car. BMW X1 wins hands down!

[@Machungus]

i agree

[@adumbsnail1999]

you bmw fan boys are the most delusional basic car heads any car brand has as fans. The glb is absolutely gorgeous, it slaughters the x1, are you kidding me

[@zislec]

The X1 is louder inside. Very annoying wind sound, even when you drive very slow. It becomes unbearable when it rains or even just wet outside. My brother owns the GLB and this car is way better than the X1 in all aspects.

[@ZakNazif]

I am torn between Volvo XC40 and Mercedes GLB! Any recommendations?!

[@SamCarLegion]

Zak Nazif glb all day every day

[@jayp568]

I was in the same exact situation as you and test drove both. Then came home with GLB :)

[@Gooddaytosavelives412]

Which would you recommend GLB vs xc40 ?

[@SamCarLegion]

Ian Minjae Kim GLB

[@Gooddaytosavelives412]

Sam CarLegion can you give me brief reason why?

[@SamCarLegion]

Ian Minjae Kim in Canada the XC40 starts at about 39,000 the GLb 43000, GLB gets you a third row, newer infotainment system compared to the Volvo which is a couple of years old, the overall space option in the GLB, the driving and I don’t like hybrids.

[@Gooddaytosavelives412]

Sam CarLegion Thanks :) Here in UK they don’t support ventilation seat & no option for five seat ( I don’t have kids so would rather have more boot space) which makes me hard to decide 😭

[@ZoneCrasher]

Why people like tablets in a car's interior and call it's modern and luxurious is beyond me. My home is full of flat screens, I don't need no more in my cars. If you want a driver's car, BMW for sure. This GLB, like CarWow's Matt said, is a London taxi with fake exhausts. Hey! Did you even realize that it has fake exhausts?? That's enough to put you off.

[@Pitereczek100]

this GLB reminds me Skoda Yeti

[@e70_x5_guy4]

I like the BMW more, partially because of the grill but also I think it’s more stylish in general. And I like how much smaller the X1 feels inside. I’ve sat in both a GLB and an X1 and the X1 felt smaller which I like way more.

[@abrahamvargas8927]

Didn’t know Chael Sonnen was moonlighting as a car expert.

[@SamCarLegion]

I will take that as compliment but I am no near that

[@ricardogulpe6328]

Sam is more of a Mel Gibson look alike hollywood A-lister hahaha!!!...Anyways, it’s already December 2020...”’Tis The Season To Be Jolly This Yuletide Season!!!”

[@theodora4]

My husband and I are currently using his father's 2016 X1. I'm 6'3" and I keep bumping my rear when entering the passenger's seat! It's so frustrating! I hate the rubber on the side pillar! Compared to the GLB which we checked out yesterday at our local dealership, it's prettier on the outside and more modern I think, but the inside of the GLB won me over. It feels more luxurious and it doesn't have so much hard plastic. Especially on the doors and...actually everywhere. The X1 is full of it. It has almost the same space overall, GLB slightly more spacious. Very good headroom, you could fit a sunroof in both cars. But there's one thing that annoys us with the X1 ,as bigger than average and tall people that we are and we were happy we didn't see in the GLB : small-@ss seats! What's the deal with the X1; It's only for people with small rears and preferably not tall, because they are not deep enough! Have you noticed? I wasn't expecting them to be like the X5 we had but those are really small! Anyway, since we are going for a smaller car now, the GLB makes more sense. We will take it for a spin next week so I hope it meets our needs on the road,too! Up until last year I would agree that the X1 doesn't hit on the potholes and abnormalities of the road that hard. It felt smooth. I can't say that anymore. Let's hope the GLB drives nice and that it won't disappoint us in any way! 🤞🏽

[@SamCarLegion]

Same problem with the pillar lool

[@bebekadventure]

but bmw x1 is smaller , maybe compare to mercedes gla

[@DanDan-tt6gv]

I got an X1 as a loaner, and it’s fun but I wouldn’t pay $40k for it. I like bmws, but in this category the GLB has a bit of a lead because of tiny third row, but once it hits $57k for a fully loaded, then its a bit too much, I would prefer the x3 m40i, or a decent X5, or even the GLE.

[@SamCarLegion]

What do you think of design? Which one is better?

[@DanDan-tt6gv]

The GLB is good looking inside and out, practical, and even though the third row is only for emergencies like fire extinguishers, it seems to add a lead compare to the competition, until it hits the pricey tag. X1 is good as a loaner, and that’s pretty much it. It’s small and outdated for sure.

[@Ewoodster]

So you prefer cars in the 70 to 80k range over a 57k car? Strange comparison

[@DanDan-tt6gv]

Ewoodster, my preferences are at $100k+ tbh, but you can get a base X5, and a GLE for $59k, and also at that range the X3 m40i is available.

[@jaykydd4448]

incorrect class of vehicle comparison!!!!!

[@emalov98]

I really like the GLB over x1 in every single aspect

[@hakany2364]

I prefer X1. Bmw has more quality materials inside.

[@laccess911]

Never pick up a Benz over a BMW. Never! Benz is not Benz anymore!

[@NaNa-hn7cz]

You missed a big NOT between the “Should” and “Pick”. With the fakest of fake exhaust pipes it makes this expensive benso look el cheapo.

[@IMDan007]

Wrong comparison....GLB and X2 may be competitors.

[@amarjit_singh_]

That would be even more wrong comparison as the X2 is smaller than the X1.

[@guitarist0417]

BMW X1 Need to model change

[@yes8032]

Redesign is in 2021

[@MrEye4get]

I can't understand why BMW is such an Apple Fanboy! The center console will accommodate an iPhone of course but not larger Android phones! Add to that a second slam in the face is no Android Auto (until (2023). The GLB looks too much like a family station wagon. The features offered by Mercedes are indeed better than BMW but those features come at a higher price. As of late 2023, the GLB isn't available in Thailand.

[@pointerpins4437]

comparing apples and oranges and so busy finding faults with the X1... Disliked.

[@SamCarLegion]

Apples to oranges? Where did u get that?

[@EtiVacSakalam]

GLB wins for Small Family luxury 7 Seater.

[@Machungus]

i think the Mercedes has it easier than the bm

[@SamCarLegion]

Why?

[@ciccio-k2i]

X1 all the way... I have a black one from 2017

[@joejohnson-ex3ck]

A camparison that does not show them cars side by side. Useless

[@TM_227]

MERCEDES> BMW CHANGE MY MIND

[@tp76ben5]

GLB all the way!

[@m4st3rm1nd9]

X1 should be compared with GLA. X2 should be compared with GLB.

[@issaissa]

i think you have that reversed

[@blackcatsarenopussies]

X2 has nothing to do with. It is just a X1 with a coupe-ish look

[@m4st3rm1nd9]

@@issaissa Look at the price points. X1 and GLA are similarly priced. X2 and GLB are priced above them.

[@issaissa]

@@m4st3rm1nd9 look at the actual cars. X1 and GLB are regular SUVs with more space. GLA and X2 are their more compact, sportier counterparts with a sloped fastback design.

[@amarjit_singh_]

@@issaissa Correct

[@dannykan3863]

MB looks suck