NEW Mercedes GLB Review: A Baby GLS 7-Seater

[@astitvak]

Here's a suggestion for the video team. Rory is doing a great job reviewing the cars but when he's talking about the specific details, for instance at @2:50 when he speaks about the center armrest storage, please try to incorporate a closer and detailed shot of the part he's discussing. A B-roll would do fine here with Rory's voice-over since we don't need to be looking at him all the time but also the finer details of the car. Thanks and keep up the great job you people are doing.

[@montyhundal2968]

I am glad you said that. I suggest Matt Watson from CarWow.

[@astitvak]

Yeah, Matt is currently the king of KZbin review sector 😆

[@13Humanbeing]

@@montyhundal2968 Plastic scratchy Matt... Just disliked him for the way he reviewed Duster.

[@idrivemercs2029]

@@13Humanbeing nobody would like to review the duster

[@jiliow]

A.

[@IIAdnan93II]

Best car reviewer on youtube by a mile, kilometer and whatever else applies to you

[@BiJoy2925]

...The length of two footballs fields and 18 washing machines...

[@mtumasz]

Glossed over volume knob existence tho’

[@jacob4904]

Gotta say mat Watson but this guy is a close second.

[@OhMyLaurens]

Mat and Rory are the best for sure! Robert Llewellyn from Fully Charged is also great when it comes to EVs.

[@Wojciech940]

Whatever floats your boat, I also enjoy DeMuro and JayEm

[@blueroy1993]

"these aren't exhausts...they're just ...lies" lmao

[@slimchaari8121]

thinking about the "stick of truth"

[@waleed172]

@@slimchaari8121 MATTTTTTTTTT WAAAAATSOOOOOOOOON

[@waleed172]

I think they are real on the 35amg

[@nr5494]

And the front vents are fake too. But later he describes it as an ‘honest car’.

[@uierzalfmj]

Chrome covered lies 😂

[@DolceDawn]

“Chrome covered lies...” 😂😂😂👍🏾

[@itsm3th3b33]

For a 7-seater, this is really a small package. At 5'11" Rory looks like a giant.

[@hellslayer9638]

thats what confused me at first after looking at him just by side roof looks so low if that makes some sense i m 6'2" and i can already feel it will be small for me

[@ianlee5008]

hellslayer 96 yea you need a GLE to fit comfortably.

[@dasfabelwesen]

Yea, or he finally ate his spinach.

[@idrivemercs2029]

@@ianlee5008 too expensive

[@jeezy9406]

@@hellslayer9638 tbh if your 6 foot or over your most likely not gonna be in the back 2 seats ?

[@mohammedafeef8184]

essentially its the underrated middle child of the mercedes suv range

[@pringlepringle1721]

That's exactly the kind of review i wanted..! Practical and family car oriented. Thank you

[@EdwardSinclair]

The vertical lines makes it look more like a GLK than anything else, I really like this. Especially, since the GLK never made it to the UK. I drove the GLK while on holiday elsewhere, and I really loved that car. Hopefully this car will be just as nice (new baby G Wagon?)...

[@jonothandoeser]

The GLK had a LOT more horsepower.

[@EdwardSinclair]

@@jonothandoeser That may be true if comparing cylinders on the engine. Though the GLK never got the AMG treatment, and I say this even though I know the GLB 35 only gains 30 Nm torque on a base petrol GLK 350 (I wish it was a real AMG with 8 Cylinders, but unlikely as probably everyone at Mercedes is driving something electric by now, and I will be soon too...)

[@jonothandoeser]

@@EdwardSinclair Exactly! It is only an AMG in order to bring it fairly below the GLK in horsepower and slightly above it in torque. It could definitely use more power.

[@EdwardSinclair]

@@jonothandoeser To be honest, most petrols and diesels nowadays have been cuckolded by the electric car industry, hence they are all underpowered. This kind of thing is happening beyond the car industry too, so be careful out there and check you still have your pants on, because they are gradually removing the choice of wearing one.

[@jonothandoeser]

@@EdwardSinclair Well I bought my car before they started that foolishness, and I think Ill just keep it for a while! I refuse to be RPM castrated.

[@altair1983]

What I really like it is that is narrower than most competition. Where I live every cm in width adds to frustration

[@tommyolsen8224]

Love the new GLB 😍

[@swizzler68]

Rory's reviews are always excellent, well thought out and professionally presented. I really like the GLB, but like a lot of Mercedes, it's expensive.

[@jondoeami]

Finally a reviewer who says a baby GLS and not a baby G wagon. Great review! Can’t wait for my car to arrive!

[@elijahvdp]

I saw one on the road recently and it looked really good. We are a young family with 3 babies, this has definitely caught my attention.

[@michaelappeah3575]

Do think about going for one...its the best or nothing

[@smithymk4]

I love my 220D GLB - perfect for me, 2 kids love it, windows all the way down and get a great view out the window in their car seat! Oh and it’s gets about, trust me! Top SUV Top marks

[@renewendt5455]

What about fuel economy - is it realistic to get 50 mpg?

[@Vvbnnbb]

Did it include aimbiet lighting

[@kevinmoore7255]

Just purchased one and we are very happy! You can’t go wrong! With a Mercedes. Un-like my other car Land Rover Discovery Sport, oh boy , 7K repair bill! Don’t touch!!

[@Jasmina00x]

Any update on how the GLB is performing? Looking at getting one but I am hesitant as I have 4 kids and space is definitely needed.

[@kevinmoore7255]

@ My GLB has not missed a beat. But it was new so it shouldn’t really have any issues. ( 2 free services included, which saves a few pennies). This one has a extra row of seats , so 7 seats, but the 3rd row is only for little ones. If your budget allows you should may be look at the Volvo XC 90 which gives great rear space. I had one a few years ago and regret trading it against a Land Rover Discovery! Biggest mistake ever! I can’t fault the GLB 200. Mine is a 1400 turbo which is ok but it does not have the grunt of a bigger engine. I’m getting about 420 miles on a full tank of petrol. Good luck!

[@Jasmina00x]

​@@kevinmoore7255 The Volvo and GLB are my top two contenders! Hopefully, I make the right choice. Thanks for the feedback!

[@SamHep]

Rory is the type of person that can make even a 1995 toyota camry covered in dust look like a fancy car

[@lluviacervantes1675]

My husband got me the BLB 250 fully loaded and doesn’t have those fake went in has lights. Park assistance package. The driving assistant package. The one that his showing is the lowest one. Because mine my seats are automatically moved. It has three setting. I love mine.

[@Wadders]

Not keen on the car but really like your short concise reviews.

[@waleed172]

Im considering buying one of these in germany. But I'm smart and I will wait a year this thing gets cheap. I did this with my 2019 B-Class and I saved 36% of the list price. On a used one with max 5k miles.

[@rohitroll2119]

Won't it be outdate by then?

[@waleed172]

@@rohitroll2119 12 months? I dont think so. They will produce this thing for about 5 years. Sales didnt even started like they should because of lockdown...

[@TheoFennel]

Nothing is out dated all depends on your budget and what your looking for. I had a 2013 Audi A6 bought it in 2016 didnt have the specs I wanted or features but best driving car I've owned, recently bought a 2014 (64) X4 with nearly all the features and specs I want 360 cam, auto park assists, HUD, Adaptive Headlights, Adaptive Cruise Control, Electric Mem seats, electric folding mirrors, Adaptove M Suspension the list goes on, and still looks great and drives well. Put on a personalised plate and you wouldn't know its a 2014 reg car. Buying a brand new car is a waste of money even if you want to spec it yourself.

[@waleed172]

@@TheoFennel agreed

[@itsm3th3b33]

Yeah, but there's a price for that: you'll be smelling someone else's farts on the seat. LOL

[@imranjaved4425]

Better than Matt Watson

[@crystalmethking]

not for me , but a nice review

[@namankandoi8554]

This has a Skoda Yeti vibe

[@ssllhh100]

rory, the "fake vents" are there for cars equipped with tropical weather package from the factory (i know they get them for export models to africa and the middle east) the cars have a extra oil cooler and a transmission cooler there, they also get a higher ride height and softer suspension

[@waleed172]

Could be but here in germany you get those vents on the AMG line as standart

[@shanjanusman9974]

Love this car. This is why you wanna work hard.

[@johnlove9548]

I only wach this channel because of this man keep it going my guy

[@0richbike]

chrome covered lies. love that mate!

[@Mandela_House]

Great video Rory. Very clear and informative - well done. I’ve just ordered the 200 premium version in mountain grey. I get it July 2022.

[@MuzzaA93]

How do you find the car? Now that’s it’s nearly been 2 years?

[@Mandela_House]

@@MuzzaA93 hi, I still really love it. I’ve had no issues with it except for the petrol cap release. The solenoid stopped working and the cap wouldn’t open. This was down more to me when I clean the car. I used to pressure wash the petrol cap but water got into the solenoid. It was fixed the next day, FOC. It’s comfortable and very practical. A great family car and I am still happy with my choice.

[@waters1801]

Well hello, have a nice day. This is also a very good review.

[@spangoz1000]

Had the GLB 200 as a loan car for the last two days, as a functional car its good impressive performance from the weedy 1.3 turbo Renault engine. Loads of space very comfortably over our crap roads. However not a looker for sure, and wallows like a drunken sailor if you throw some twisties at it. Not sure id pay the asking price for one. Can't wait to get my C300d cabriolet back from Merc.

[@philtucker1224]

For Britain, no hybrid option? What’s going on?

[@lluviacervantes1675]

It depends on what upgrades you put on you vehicle 🚗 our card came out to 78 thousand with all the upgrades. It started at 59,000 but with add up all the other features.

[@elmidadaulat-skaluba2969]

Love my 2021 glb 250 matic

[@BMill1272]

How big is the boot?

[@zied5663]

Man i just like tge way you present. I usally hate british presenters and their accent. But you man you look so nice and genuine.

[@jamiljafri4841]

Excellent video. I think I know what this car is. Its a 7 seater E-class estate in SUV clothing

[@oddities-whatnot]

Jamil Jafri a pointless car.

[@jamiep61]

Enjoyed watching the Video Review. I actually like It as well particularly In AMG Spec

[@tax905972]

Vents are for cooling. I have the glc63 and one vent is fake

[@martinkearns8827]

Very good review - telling it like it is without any waffle. Other reviewers please note!

[@tydeProductions]

Fav reviewer along with carfection 💯 GLB is a baby GLS and I like it

[@Cesco_S]

Great review, great reviewer...

[@afdzalreza3508]

It would be great if Rory could do a show with Matt from CW.

[@oeroee]

is there also electric or just this stove on wheels?

[@JB-oo3cw]

Adjustability, or adjustment.

[@jeetender]

What do you all think of the glb 2.0(1.3) petrol?

[@AW-zv2to]

So it’s like a tiny suv?

[@mariowhyte2816]

Yup. Tiniest third row you've ever seen.

[@idrivemercs2029]

@@mariowhyte2816 I could fit there im 5.8' 174cm.

[@DashCamSerbia]

It's a Crossdresser.

[@luqmanhalim7801]

Why are these things called SUVs???..just look at the ground clearance, not even worthy. Too many box on wheels rather than a proper SUV. Car manufacture these days... *Still a good review btw, congrats Rory n AutoTrader

[@christopherwhitehead8946]

It depends what you mean by SUV doesn’t it? I think these ARE real SUVs , whereas a proper off-road vehicle like a Land Rover or Jeep, isn’t an SUV, as they aren’t sports vehicles, they’re utility vehicles. They’re for a different purpose. I personally wouldn’t have an SUV, I’d have an estate car or “wagon” if you’re not British. If I needed to go off road - I’d have a proper 4x4 with ground clearance and lots of suspension travel.

[@dedeog1]

Rory to Rory Rory: (another pedestrian car review?) Rory: (we got bills to pay, bruh!)

[@muhammadansarkhan4994]

I find it quite a well balanced review👍👍👍

[@gordonbateman3851]

Excellent review

[@VNavale]

It's much cheaper for a premium brand SUV but the interior is not the same as GLE/GLS. It's designed to eat into the market share of less desirable badges and I guess will sell well.

[@waleed172]

Its not the same as the GLS. The interior looks like my B or the A, Cla and Gla Class on which tis based on

[@akshaysb2997]

Can you also mention km/l

[@lash9400]

4k for the 4 matic seems a bit steep.

[@OmerKhan-ug7bt]

You need to do an evoque review

[@user-ft2md2gd4s]

This is MB version of a budget city car.

[@monibstar]

Nice Mercedes Voice Assitant too :) i wonder how the Ambient lights looked 😅

[@avslope8963]

Top reviewer.

[@worldstravel2014]

Nice review..planning my bmw 320d to a bigger premium suv. Thank you.

[@Sadxq]

I love this car but it’s not in my country yet

[@jasonkeeler1649]

it reminds me of a first gen ml if it were made today

[@WhitedragProductions]

Great review

[@craigorford9932]

The AMG Line would look better with the Pan Americana grill,and better wheels.Would buy one tho

[@itsm3th3b33]

The fake front vents are hideous.

[@gavg89iiuktvii35]

Not Suprised at all by the Cheap Standards Mercedes are setting when I worked there it was going down hill ... they used to be high end now there middle top bottom end ... TIME FOR CHANGE

[@12pm59]

They cars aren’t what they use to be

[@ianlee5008]

Rory is the best

[@augustojanisckijunior2538]

Nice car! Greetings from Brazil...

[@vasuanuj]

Good review 👍🏼

[@chrisbaines3425]

It's an MPV - with a box front end.

[@chholalorng]

Next one, I would like Rory review Brabus 800 G 63

[@pebblecups]

I wouldn't call fake vents and exhaust "honest". I like the look of the GLB, I was looking it up yesterday. It's good but will not be going onto my wishlist. I cannot live with the fake vents and fake exhaust, it's an automatic disqualification. Cars need to be more "honest".

[@USGBCLIGREENSCHOOLS]

Look at the license plate number. It is the same as in the carwow review.. Do u get your cars from them and they get cars from you, since your both british car reviewers.

[@Joosh13]

Press car from Mercedes Benz UK who lend it out to both

[@DSM2009]

Got it going on Rory, great review as always my man 👍🏾

[@tj_enju]

only thing missing is sliding rear passenger doors😁

[@metetuncay5165]

This needs to be in 4K.

[@bigboichunks7266]

Do the Peugeot RCZ please Rory

[@mzoloh]

Rory, ever considered doing an oldies review?

[@itsm3th3b33]

no!

[@menifo4334]

Cover the star on the front grill and what are you left with? A boxy, unimaginative car with generic looks... and that goes for the entire G-line.

[@grimreaper48321]

Roaring Rory... 😇

[@gacs7424]

Shifter as a stalk besides steering is poor design. Unlike a center console PRND shifter you can't just look at it and figure out what mode you are. Plus the stalk is just flimsy. Shame that the car looks good otherwise. That stupid shifter is a big turn off.

[@jacksonboyd]

Is it just me? Because I really can’t stand those fake ‘vents’ on the front of cars. I frickin hate them and even though I know I’m being irrational, I really would not buy a car just because it has those fake vents. Please, just put some useless fog lights or something semi functional to make me feel better.

[@waleed172]

Nearly every modern car has fake vents.

[@waleed172]

Buy the entry level model it has small fake vents.

[@jacksonboyd]

PYXB3 yeah I know, it just irritates me for some reason

[@happygilmore2100]

The GLB and the GLK are like plug in the gap models.

[@bganesh316]

Nice car, but no power adjusted seats, suprising at this price point

[@Mkhehla]

I love this car! It just makes sense!

[@ramatgan1]

That interior is so cheap looking. Car markers love these tablets. They cost nothing to make and they can cover up a lacking space.

[@DashCamSerbia]

Yeah, the whole car is fake and cheap looking, but with a premium price.

[@Amr-ee8iy]

And those screens will look outdated after a couple of years 😒

[@RichardsRockin]

@@Amr-ee8iy those kind of screens will be the standard of this decade, but in 10/15 years, they'll probably look dated.

[@DashCamSerbia]

@@RichardsRockin Yes, but screens are bad for car applications. They should only exist for navigation and radio. Everything else should have physical buttons and knobs, so you don't have to take your eyes of the road while driving. With screens, it is the same as using a phone while driving. You have to go through the menus in order to fing a button to turn something off or on or to adjust it. It is very dangerous. But for car makers is is much cheaper to put a screen instead of 20 dedicated buttons and knobs and wiring for them, which costs more money.

[@SDav21]

@@Amr-ee8iy Well the concept is already 7 years old since it was introduced in the W222 S Class in 2013 and yet it still looks modern. This design is ahead of its time. So much so that other carmakers are copying it. BMW even copied the idea on the i4 concept where it literally has 2 screens like this. It won't look dated after a few years especially when other carmakers are still bringing out new cars and concepts with this type of screen layout and general design.

[@souviksen6663]

Please change the review location. Time for some new surroundings!

[@amereenhussain3235]

adnan I only liked Rory when he was on top gear I still do but in my opinion mat Watson is better or Chris harris or Jeremy Clarkson

[@intellektualPoet]

Hmm I actually like it! Wish we got the diesel option in the states.

[@lexRTD.]

Here something, the glb is a weird car because it’s trying to be a gle, but boxier and just out of place.

[@colourlesssky2754]

So in this car Rory's hands will most definitely not be cold... Triple central vents

[@auntypae3273]

How tall are you? Damn

[@harshgupta1313]

GLB looks like a miniature in front of him :)

[@sweetfreedomGB]

Boxy side view looks like a Jeep Renegade

[@suppaman19]

Top Gear is worse off without Roy. He's come into his own reviewing cars.

[@TroyHR123]

lool why are Mercedes getting free passes on their designs. The side profile of this car is unbelievably off. looks like different people connected the window line at the C pillar. Edit: also reminds me of Hearse...

[@yes8032]

Great small suv

[@gsmmibmw8080]

Lol what a reviewer. He is calling the stuff they put on the front chrome when it’s plastic ! These guys must be paid by Mercedes

[@carlossandoval4134]

It’s not for me. But it’s a very interesting car

[@leumas75]

I looked at one of these last weekend. My dog couldn’t get comfortable in the 3rd row. Of course, he’s a 175 lb. Irish Wolfhound, but still.

[@Darkie015]

The bumper looks terrible with the fake vents

[@AaronHamiltonFilms]

I’m mad I just found out about Rory on this channel... SUBSCRIBE!

[@mintruth]

Fake vents I can give a SLIGHT pass to...Fake EXHAUST however is COMPLETELY unforgivable!!!...#GiveMeJESUS