The Mercedes Benz GLB - ALL you NEED to KNOW

[@Mandela_House]

Love your videos Nick. I take delivery of my GLB 200 premium in Mountain grey in July. I can’t wait. Your videos really help to explain the gadgets and how to get the most out of your MB. Many thanks. 👍👏🏻

[@npoleary]

Thanks Greg! Glad you’re enjoying them! 🤓👍🏼

[@alexmalcolm1634]

Great video as usual! I just took delivery of a GLB35 a week ago, I very happy with it, a really practical and sure footed car. I downsized from a 2012 GL

[@npoleary]

Awesome Alex! Glad you like it! 😎

[@seankim5161]

Hi Alex, How has GLB been last few months?

[@sohailalrahi1047]

Excellent video as always Nick. I must confess its not the prettiest mercedes out there but your thorough approach and ability to emphase the best of the car makes this vehicle look very appealing and a viable option for a customer to consider. Thanks again Nick.

[@npoleary]

Thank you Sohail! 🙏🙏

[@sultanaljedda3688]

My father made a purchase last week. Seems like an amazing car! Can’t wait til the order arrives!!

[@npoleary]

Sounds awesome! I’m sure he’ll love it!

[@ahmedal-bably9039]

Thanks Nick for covering GLB. I bought one a month ago, Its fantastic so far. smooth car, reasonable engine and the 7 seats from Mercedes make it worth buying.

[@npoleary]

I know! So much tech and a very spacious interior for the price! The added 7 seats makes it very practical!

[@tp76ben5]

Got the one with 7 seats. It allows you also add siblings. Very helpful.

[@lberg04]

@@npoleary is getting to the 3rd row of seats difficult? it looks as if the 2nd row seat does come down but I can't tell from anything I've seen if a child would have to basically "walk on and over" the back of the 2nd row seat in order to get to the 3rd row. In a lot of mini vans the 2nd row seat becomes flush with the floorboard, making it very easy to get to the 3rd row. appreciate if anyone who has the 3rd row seats would chime in as well. THANKS

[@npoleary]

Looks like this: share.icloud.com/photos/03d4Qoac0iuxhCdPySJ0lMk3Q Hope that helps!

[@lluviacervantes1675]

Love mine two weeks ago my husband bought me one. It’s just gorgeous looks small but inside is spacious.

[@Lillithscorpio]

I’m enjoying my new GLB getting use to it a bit now ❤

[@claudiae.1787]

THANK YOU! For making this video. I can’t wait for my car to be ready 😀

[@npoleary]

No worries! 👍🏼🤓

[@soulmate4971]

Good job. Bought also the AMG line. Best car ever😎👍

[@npoleary]

Sounds awesome! What colour did you order?

[@tp76ben5]

Jusy received mine. A GLB 200 AMG line and l really like it. Wayyyyy better than the Tiguan l had before. Huge upgrade.

[@u.y.alondon8620]

Good job 👏 👍

[@ClaireYunFarronXIII]

Interesting little SUV. I really love this car. Just two years ago, the only seven-seater Mercedes-Benz offered was the GLS beast. Now there are two more. Different sizes, yes, but seven-seaters. Awesome.

[@npoleary]

Yes you’re right! Good to see a couple more 7 seaters as options for people!

[@BuhayAmericaChronicles]

We love ours!

[@Truha1985]

I picked mine up 3 days ago. How is yours running so far?

[@martinmoran8200]

Nick well done another great video Never considered this as a purchase but looks a very versatile family car Keep them coming

[@npoleary]

Thanks Martin! Yes one of Mercedes’s hidden models that not many people know about. Very practical with 7 seats as an option but has all of the latest gadgets found in other models too!

[@TomazMrevlje]

It's very practical indeed. The amount of space it has is amazing and the back seats leg room - I still can't get over how spacious it is.

[@old_lion]

Fortunately, the kids are out of the age that we need a seven-seater. 😎✌🏼 - But the GLB is an interesting car and Mercedes has closed a gap in its range with the model. - Thanks for the great video! 😃👍🏼 - Stay healthy. Many greetings from Berlin, Sven

[@npoleary]

Thanks Sven! Yes you’re right! Good to see another 7 seater added to the range!

[@NasserAtif]

Well done man, learn a lot about my dream car.

[@npoleary]

Awh thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@BrianKushner]

I own a 2020 GLE 450 and was given one of these as a loner. I loved it...

[@npoleary]

They are awesome Would love one especially with that widescreen cockpit! Oh and ambient lighting!

[@maxgonpot6297]

Nice 👍! The Glb is the Mercedes I was considering.

[@npoleary]

Ah perfect! That was good timing! 👀

[@maxgonpot6297]

Yes! I was amazed when I saw that video. Nice 👍😄

[@footballheaven07suii]

Hey Nick nice video next is Nissan patrol or Ford Explorer. Waiting for the video🤗

[@lluviacervantes1675]

I love my driving assistance package I had to get the fully loaded.

[@MohamadNazzal]

Thanks for this informative video, another good idea about mb products, never thought about this car before, it could be a good choice for a small family car. Keep going 👏🏻👏🏻

[@npoleary]

Will do thank you! Glad you enjoyed it! Yes quite a practical car with a unique squared off look!

[@grahamsmallpeice1212]

Hi Nick, great video for those interested in the GLB. Will you be doing an in depth one for the AMG GLB 35. I’m seriously thinking of getting one this year ‘22.

[@npoleary]

Maybe! 👀 I’ll add it to the list of potential future videos! 🤫

[@Markyreg]

Thanks for another interesting video Nick! I think the shape/styling of this model is a bit strange compared to the other Mercedes but a very informative video as always 👍👌

[@npoleary]

Thanks Mark! Yes the squared off looks are a little different but a very practical car otherwise!

[@TomazMrevlje]

I actually love the cut-off back end of this car.

[@jsinghdhillon2018]

Hi Nick, thanks for another beautiful video . I have GLC 300 premium plus coupe petrol. If you don’t mind can you please review on that one. Will be much appreciated thanks 🙏

[@npoleary]

I’ll try! All the videos for this year have pretty much all been recorded in advance (due to the UK lockdown we’re in now). So it might have to be next year now! But...added to the list!

[@jsinghdhillon2018]

Thank you so much Nick

[@_.benyen._]

Hey Nick! Excellent Video! I'm very interested in towing with our new Mercedes, which should be arriving at the beginning of next year. We mainly ordered the trailer hitch to take our bikes with us on vacation. What assistance systems are still working while towing and is it necessary to be particularly careful because of the high torque from the electric motor in the EQ power models? I read in the owner's manual that the reversing camera has a special towing position. Is that right? A video about this topic is also hard to find on KZbin! It would be great if you could make a video about it!

[@npoleary]

Hi Berno, Thanks for the comment! Glad you like the video! All of the assistance systems function like normal, I guess the only things which might be affected will be the parking sensors for the rear. As far as I’m aware there isn’t an EQ power model on the GLB in the UK. Not sure if they’ll be one in the future! Yes the reversing camera usually does on other models. I haven’t used it on the GLB yet but if I see one I’ll take a look.

[@_.benyen._]

@@npoleary Sorry, I was a little imprecise with my statement in my comment. 😅 Our new Mercedes will be a CLA SB 250e. You're absolutely right that a GLB PHEV isn't available. Speaking of not available: Why can the Parktronic from model year 20/2 on not park parallel anymore? It was a great feature when we tried it last time and very impressive to watch!

[@npoleary]

Hi Berno, Ah okay no problem! Ooo very nice! The CLA 250e’s are very very nice! Wouldn’t mind one myself! One day! In answer to your question about Parking Assist, with the growing intelligence of assistance systems in cars across the world, new laws have had to come into play to ensure the driver is in full control of their car at all times (even when parking and using driving assistance packages etc). This is of course obvious to us all, but the laws that have come into effect now mean that vehicles must be fitted with a hands on / hands off sensor to be able to utilise Active Lane Change Assist and Active Parking Assist. As Mercedes-Benz do not have a hands on / hands off sensor (not many manufactures do yet) they like others have had no choice but to remove it. This is to comply with the United Nations regulation Law (UN-R-79).

[@_.benyen._]

@@npoleary Thank you for your quick answer! I always wondered what could be the reason - I as a car manufacture wouldn't delete helpful assistance systems but it's understandable that Mercedes had to react to new laws. It's a bit disappointing for me that some laws regulate car manufacturers so much in terms of innovation of assisted driving on level 2+. Especially the Parktronic is a system where the driver is always able to stop or control the car in every moment of the parking process like you showed us. Mercedes found good ways to keep the driver always able to immediately cancel the operation. Those implementation methods should stay legal in my opinion. It's another story at level 3 and partly autonomous driving where the driver is allowed to be distracted. I think the UN law primarily targets manufactures who promise autopilots without mentioning their limits. Unfortunately this also affects well thought out systems. 😕 Apart from that: Keep up the good work! I'm really impressed with the quality of your videos! 👌🏼Especially your explanations are easy to understand and help people like my dad to understand the variety of features today's cars got. I'm glad I found your channel! Stay healthy!

[@npoleary]

Thanks Berno! Yes it’s exciting stuff for the future for sure! Only time will tell I guess! Glad you like the videos! Thank you! I’ll keep them coming! 🤓

[@haircut1004]

Thanks Nick, just have to wait. Unfortunately my dealer is not known for being the best in informing customers.

[@vigneshiyer4736]

Hi Nick. Thanks for this video. Superb as usual. I have fallen in love with the GLB and its practicality. I have a question about this car though. I think you may have covered this in one of your umpteen videos, but I could not find it. Does the GLB 200 have the option to select manual only gear shift using the paddles? Or would it just keep autoadjusting the gears automatically?

[@npoleary]

Thank you! 🤓 Yeah you can customise an “Individual” mode on DYNAMIC SELECT which will stay in Manual so you can then adjust the gears manually. Hope that helps! 🤓

[@vigneshiyer4736]

Thank you for the reply Nick

[@moniquej.9288]

I just bought this car. Good to learn now.

[@npoleary]

Awesome! What colour did you go for?

[@moniquej.9288]

@@npoleary I got it in white with the Night Package, AMG Line, Pan Sunroof, Mirror Package, Parking Package, Ambient Lighting, Easy Tailgate and Tow hook. The front doors have the MB Logo display/light that reflects on the floor. I’m in Africa and it was only release 2days ago. I love the long screen display.

[@npoleary]

Sounds amazing! Bet it looks stunning 👍🏼

[@vigneshiyer4736]

Thanks for the video Nick. Can you please tell me if the mercedes GLB have a sunglasses holder?

[@npoleary]

No sadly I haven’t seen a dedicated sunglasses holder in a GLB. There are loads of storage options in the centre console and doors 🤓

[@vigneshiyer4736]

@@npoleary Thanks for the reply Nick. All of your videos are amazing. I honestly think that every person who owns a Merc or is thinking of buying one must subscribe to your channel.

[@npoleary]

Thank you! Glad you love the videos! 🤓👍🏼🤓

[@mrjay2073]

​@@npolearyI was lucky to get a sunglasses holder on my GLB 220d premium

[@TehKevin10]

Perfect! Just in the market for a GLA/GLB

[@npoleary]

Aha there we go! 😊 Which one do you prefer?

[@TomazMrevlje]

Go with GLB mate, if space is what you are also after, the GLB offers plenty!

[@TehKevin10]

@@npoleary Still not sure. I like the new 2020 GLA a lot since it got roomier. Also don't want it tooo big since the roads in London are very narrow.

[@npoleary]

Ah you’ll be pleased to know that the size for the GLA is virtually the same. The only difference is in it’s height. Length and width haven’t changed more than the size of a paperclip!

[@patrickng4219]

@@npoleary Hi Nick, always enjoy watching your videos; they are brilliant as always! I concur with the guys in this thread but would like to up the suggestion that perhaps you can consider a video comparing the ABCs of GLA, GLB and GLCs and if it makes sense GLE too. A specific video on the new GLC300 as requested by Jag is a superb suggestion (I was looking for it too). Looks like your 2021 is going to be busy, Nick.

[@ElizabethObuks]

Great video, it's so helpful! Picked up our GLB Premium on Sunday and we're loving it. Wanted to ask, the back passenger door has to be literally slammed in order for it to shut properly. Is this normal? We had a Kia before so it's our first Mercedes purchase.

[@npoleary]

Hey Elizabeth, glad you like the videos! Hard to tell, I mean with most Mercedes you do have to close the doors fairly hard but if you don’t think something’s right, get in touch with your local dealership and I’m sure they’ll be able to help you out!

[@ElizabethObuks]

@@npoleary Will do, many thanks for your reply!

[@lluviacervantes1675]

They all do sense the doors are heavy. Ours too.

[@MrchampionsLeague141]

Nearly all vehicles now are what I would call soft close , my son I have to get him not to slam the door because of this. I suspect because underneath the GLB is an A class and they have literally raised the roof to make it an SUV the door alignment is out of synch.

[@Daniel-bj8es]

Hey Nick, I know it's prob not appropriate place to ask this question. You had a video about mercedes.me app - is the feature "pre-entry climate" present in every hybrid car? (I'm about to own a 2020 GLA 250e in a few days). Love your work and your knowledge!

[@TomazMrevlje]

Wonder that myself for the GLB 250 is it possible to pre-heat it with the Mercedes Me app? Would be useful here in Sweden :D

[@npoleary]

Hi Daniel, It is but I can only vouch for the UK, not sure about countries but yes all electrics and plug in hybrids have Pre-Entry Climate Control. Hope that helps!

[@Daniel-bj8es]

​@@npoleary That's great! Will confirm it in following days :-)

[@LoosiCartoons]

Yea it’s working in the GLA250e.

[@eraser7tube]

Hi Nick, thank you for this video. I got one question - i just bought used GLB 2020 model with premium package, but there is no head up display. I am surprised as i see example this feature in manual. Is that something related to year model version or car package ?

[@npoleary]

Hey Martin! Thank you glad you enjoyed it! Ah just go careful reading the manuals back to front, they will refer to specification which doesn’t exist in the UK. Head up displays are extremely rare on Mercedes and are usually only found on AMG models to help with faster driving on a track etc

[@eraser7tube]

@@npoleary Got it. Thank you for reply :)

[@OllieBurgess]

Hi. Does the GLB have surround view or 360° camera view on any of its models in the UK?

[@npoleary]

Yes I believe so, but I’m pretty sure it was introduced recently so might not be on older models. Double check with a Mercedes dealer though to be sure!

[@TomazMrevlje]

Bought it 2 weeks ago. Love it all. Btw, you forgot to mention the GLB 250 engine with 224hp in that lineup, do you guys in GB don't get it?

[@npoleary]

Nope we don’t get that engine here in the UK :( I’ve personally owned an A250 before and absolutely love that engine. So powerful! (when you need it of course! 💨 )

[@TomazMrevlje]

@@npoleary Oh yea when you need it it goes like it should ;)

[@npoleary]

I miss that engine! I know it’s soo good!

[@sheena9090]

@@npoleary do you think they might bring that engine here at some point? Thanks 😊

[@npoleary]

Sorry I wouldn’t know, we’ll have to keep an eye out and see what changes happen next year 🤓

[@simonparry4404]

so what is the pre installation trailer coupling? do you just need a tow ball ?

[@npoleary]

I believe so..I think it’s got some things pre installed underneath to make adding one easier but check with a Mercedes dealer to be 100% sure 🤓

[@tonykerry8326]

Looks like in the UK you don't get the GLB 250 which comes with a 2.0L turbo 4 cylinder with 165kw(221hp). Instead you have to go up to the GLB 35 which costs a lot more.

[@npoleary]

Yeah that’s right! I didn’t even know a GLB 250 petrol existed! But it’s not uncommon to see other variants of engines and specs elsewhere. Haven’t managed to get my hands on one of those yet!

[@tonykerry8326]

@@npoleary Hi Nick. They're available here in Australia which I guess would be their Asia pacific region and also North America(USA and Canada). Not surprising then for an SUV built in Mexico.

[@1973srn]

Hey Nick, love the videos. Just bought a GLB and love it so far. One question I can't seem to find answered anywhere on the web and I though you may be able to help. Coming from a saloon car without any boot opening risks, does the GLB use sensors to detect obstacles to stop the boot opening in order to prevent damage? Let's say I had reverse parked and there was a wall behind me and I accidentally pressed the boot opener on the key, obviously scared of any damage that may occur. Any guidance on this appreciated thanks.

[@npoleary]

Hey 1973srn, Thank you glad you like the videos! Ooo very nice! Unfortunately no as with most boots, they do not have a sensor so they would hit the wall or object. However if it does detect some resistance then it’ll stop, but of course by then it will have hit it already.

[@1973srn]

@@npoleary Many thanks for the super prompt reply;-) As I thought but no big issue, will just be careful as with any other car I guess. Take care, Steve

[@sauravkp]

Hi Nick - I recently bought a 2022 GLB 250 but ever since have been feeling that head light brightness is extremely dim. I can hardly see in dark barely 3-4 metre visibility and that too goes off when I have cars approach from opposite direction. Tried setting it to high beam as well but not a major improvement. What should I do?

[@npoleary]

Hey saurav, ooo very nice! LED High Performance lights are very bright in Mercedes but if you don’t think something’s right, get in touch with them and they can check it out 👍🏼

[@MrAhGuGu]

Hi Nick! Thank you for all your videos! They are awesome! Just got my first Mercedes last week. I have some issues with the easy entry and exit functions. When I collected the car, with no profiles created, the backrest is able to come forward when I turned off the engine. After I created my profile, the function does not work even though it is turned on in the MBUX system. Need your advice!

[@npoleary]

Hi Andrew, you can enable this in the settings menu, then vehicle and then automatic seat adjustment. In here you can enable Easy Entry & Exit 🤓

[@MrAhGuGu]

Hi Nick, thank you for your fast reply. Unfortunately I was able to enable the function but the backrest of the seat does not move after I have tried to program my driver seat.

[@npoleary]

Mmm that’s strange, I’d speak to your local dealership and hopefully they can check it out and find out why it’s not working Hope you get it sorted!

[@MrAhGuGu]

@@npoleary Thank you! I will!

[@yarobshakir8780]

Can you please show us what you are talking about the different screen specifications,there was no camera shots.

[@npoleary]

Sorry Yarob, there wasn’t one available when I filmed. 7 inch screens look like this: images.app.goo.gl/8oRKzAtxufxKqYM36

[@yarobshakir8780]

Thanks for your reply Nick,you got a new subscriber, may I suggest a little longer videos covering more about the cars.

[@npoleary]

Thank you! And thanks for the suggestion, my aim is to keep them as simple as possible but how long were you thinking? Just a few mins more? 🤓

[@yarobshakir8780]

@@npoleary just long enough to cover a full basic review of the car.Maybe another 5 to 7 mins it all depends on how you wish to formulate your video,the reason I am interested in giving you feedback because I would rather watch your no nonsense no glowing reviews than those which are currently showing that have become more about the presenters than the cars.

[@npoleary]

Thanks Yarob! Glad you like the videos so much! That means a lot! Thank you 🙏 I’ve filmed pretty much everything already this year but I’ll implement longer vids next year, we’ll go into a bit more detail on topics!

[@kachionuorah3964]

Does the GLB 200 have a 360 degree camera?

[@npoleary]

The new one’s do! I’ve got one on test at the moment Video coming soon 👀 But as always I’d recommend chatting with a dealer so they can let you know what the spec available is on the car

[@Lilibit]

Hey Nick. I have GLB 200 and cant get the easy entry exit to work. I have set it in but nothing happens. Does my car have this feature or is it an add on. I dont have AMG but have comfort and vision packages

[@npoleary]

Hey ENRickets, it honestly depends on your current seat configuration. If you have your seat quite far forward anyway then it won’t do any sadly. However if you don’t think something’s right, get in touch with your local Mercedes and they can investigate for you

[@haircut1004]

Had B class AMG line Premium Plus on order since September told due to COVID no production or build date yet. Am I being spun a yard

[@npoleary]

Hey thanks for your message! No not at all, if you didn’t know Germany are in Lockdown just like us in the UK due to the rises of COVID-19 cases at the start of the year. Social distancing and less staff working across all businesses even in a factory environment, things can take longer so hang in there! It’ll be worth the wait! If you speak to the dealership you ordered from, they can give you updates on when things start moving :)

[@ianfairclough3516]

For full function Multi beam headlights head need to be out of Auto function and on manual setting.

[@npoleary]

Hi Ian you can do this if you want the full beam to be manual on your indicator stalk 🤓 Just remember it won’t dip automatically when car’s come toward you if you do this.

[@TomazMrevlje]

I don't understand what you mean. The high-beams should be in Automatic mode (push the left stick forward) for the multi-beam to come into play. Meaning the on-coming traffic doesn't get blinded by your high beams right?

[@sheena9090]

Might there be a petrol hybrid version available?

[@npoleary]

Hey sheena9090, no sadly I haven’t seen one produced anywhere, but there are another almost 20 plug-in hybrids in Mercedes from SUV’s to estates and hatchbacks etc

[@asb1619]

The problem is going for the GLB Premium package will generally push you into paying the higher road tax which I believe is for 5 years!

[@npoleary]

I know, unfortunately this is how cars have been taxed over the past few years. Maybe it’ll change in the future!

[@kompokg2011]

I on my mercedes glb don't have ambient light

[@npoleary]

It depends on the spec chosen at factory 🤓 I think I’ve seen it in the UK on a thing called the Premium Package

[@007arvinder]

Is the automatic gearbox the same as the current E class ?

[@npoleary]

They are slightly different... The GLB petrol engines feature a 7G-Dual Clutch Transmission where as the GLB Diesel engine features an 8G-Dual Clutch Transmission. The E-Class however features a 9G-TRONIC PLUS transmission so slightly different in that car.

[@007arvinder]

Nick O'Leary thanks. Some adverts are saying the car has a 8G Tronic gearbox which would be miselling the car. The G tronic is so much better than DCT

[@npoleary]

Mmm wonder what adverts say that? Is that in the UK? I can’t imagine the gearboxes are different in other countries but there again they might be!

[@007arvinder]

Nick O'Leary UK adverts from Autotrader. Have a look for yourself. Unfortunately I can’t copy and paste the links into youtube

[@npoleary]

Mmm interesting...yes as you know they are different...Dual Clutch Transmissions are always found in the smaller models of Mercedes.

[@timemaster76]

Car ins

[@Upgradedtitantvman887]

Mercedes Benz glib 200d doesn’t have 150 hi it has 190 hp

[@npoleary]

This one was from a little while ago but engines have changed since I produced this video 🤓