Is The 2020 Mercedes GLB a Baby G-Wagon? We Test It Off-Road To Find Out! 

Fantastic shirt! And review!

We took the GLB out for a test drive this past weekend. We also drove the Hyundai Palisade. Personally, I found the Palisade too big for me. I like the room, but I don’t feel comfortable driving huge SUVs. We also have an elderly parent living with us. So the height of the vehicle has to be taken into account. I think the GLB checked off all the items on my list. First, the car does not feel like a big SUV. Second, it’s the right height- you don’t have to climb into the car. Third, I have a short reach (not tall person) and not having to lean forward to access the touch screen was a big plus. MB offers (standard) a kind of mouse pad right were your right and rests. So I can access everything without having to move from my driving position at all. MB also offers like a Siri OS for the car. So you can do a lot of things via voice commands. Fourth, the 3rd row seat option means you don’t have to get into a larger SUV in order to get extra seating. I felt comfortable driving it and I though the handling and shift transitions were very smooth. I think MB did a great job with this vehicle and we’ll be leasing the GLB within the next couple of weeks.

This isn’t a baby g wagon, it’s a baby gls. Even the back looks exactly like the one on the gls.

Drove this today, lovely car, that’s just it though, it feels like a car, I arrived in an Audi sedan and when I got on this I felt no real difference, just a bit higher but nothing that noticeable, not compared to my X5 that I just sold. So if you are like me and hate trucks, SUV’s etc. But have the need to own one due to kids and stuff, this is perfect, it has more space than it has any right to have, 2 extra seats in the back for kids, all the nice bells and whistles like the self parking gimmick, turning on the car with the app to cool or warm before you enter, adjustable color lighting (kids love that stuff) but in the end it still feels and drives like a car, which I love. I was planning on going for the GLE but I just hate those types of cars. After watching this video I am happy to find out that it can get you out of an off road pinch, even though it obviously isn’t made for actual off roading, it’s always nice to have the option. Was going to wait an extra year to get the 7 seater Tesla Model y, as ugly as it is and as much as I hate it I figured I would go for electric but this car won me over, it’s just beautiful and practical. Kids loved it too, they love the interior screens and the adjustable lightning. The version I drove only has AC in one zone though, which is kind of weak but acceptable given the vehicle’s size.

As a guy from Scranton, love the Dunder Mifflin sweatshirt.

Custom ordered one nearly 5 months ago in the upcharge Galaxy Blue (even before pricing was available) and we just picked it up last week. We already love it, and there is a huge learning curve from all the different features, luckily my 2019 AMG C43 helped get us used to most of them. Can’t wait for some snow!

Thanks for the great review of the practical off road abilities of the GLB. Personally, I think most owners will never tax the car the way you did, but it certainly showed capability. Your review was informative and well structured without the superfluous nonsense that some reviewers insist on.

It actually has a really good AWD system, but that DCT is going to be the major limiting factor off road.

after seeing all the tests you made, I clicked the subscribe button without any hesitation. you're professional.

I LOVE THE HOODIE. Also, good off-road review!

Great Review. I am impressed by this vehicle and I sooo wanted to trash it. Would certainly pick this over the GLA or GLC at this point. Glad to see that it can actually do some light off roading with a decent tire set.

Love this format of video review! Keep it up guys! Gotta say, the GLB is looking pretty good ;)

Very entertaining and informative review. Great job Tommy!

Just bought one for my 23 years old daughter She loved it beautiful car

Tommy's all by himself and doing a great job! I would have liked to see both rear wheels slipping in the controlled slip test. You kept saying it was a FWD biased system but I wonder if that is entirely right.

The BMW direct injection 2L turbo sounds just like a diesel as well.

I don’t think anyone is taking a GLB off-road. It might be nice in a cold weather climate where there’s snow on the ground a few months out of the year

Please test the New 2020 Glc!

It would be helpful for you to take an ordinary 2wd sedan, perhaps a Golf, or 2wd pickup up your low- challenge, off-road trail to compare and get a referance with these AWD street cars.

Yes right - 2 box, 4 wheels and the same badge

Love the slip test, its always good to know how fast you can pull your self off, when needed :)

Even though I was not considering this car, but it matches everything in my list of the car specs that I would like to buy. Even the cockpit is more moderate and beautiful than the Glc.

Pink and blue lights in Lounge mode. Perfect for us cheese lovers.

Once again, thanks for the amazing review, you guys are doing an awesome job!

I like these, but they look like a small GLS. The only thing about it that G-Wagon is the box shape. To me it's now Mercedes Renegade.

Sounds like my wife's R320 diesel. Also 7 seater but more compact, like a baby GLS. Impressive 4WD despite being FWD based. She'd love this.

The exhaust on idle sounds like a two-stroke power generator or lawn mower.

thanks i literally have the GLB and was not aware of all the features - thanks so much

I’d really like to know who started all of this “baby G wagon” nonsense. This thing looks nothing like a G wagon 🤷🏻‍♂️ It’s juat another overpriced crossover.

Is it just me or, does Tommy look like the character Gabe from the office?

DUNDER MIFFLIN INC. (The Office) still watch the show and love it! :D

I am impressed first time I am seeing SUV getting out so fast from 3 rollers and the true is I didn't expect it from a mercedes 4x4 system seems better even from Audi quattro system at least on this test for overall situation I don't know. Nice video thanks.

Guys can you pls do an Off Road test for the Mercedes GLE and for the Mercedes GLS ?

I’ll definitely buy this car

The back also reminds me of the old ML class, not surprised on the off road capability, love the interior lights

How does this exterior look anything like a G Wagon?

Love the new GLB 250

I really would like a direct comparison between the GLB, X3, Q5 and Volvo XC60

MB has had great success with their 4matic system for @ 2 decades

I think it would have been interesting to see if there was a difference in the slip test between the offroad mode and the normal street mode. Maybe not for all of the different variations but maybe just the hardest one with 3 wheels on the rollers.

Would be interesting to see a head-to-head off road of this vs the GLC & DIsco Sport.

Can't wait to see you guys put a RAV4 TRD Off-Road through it's paces...

Can’t name one video in a long time that didn’t get a thumbs down for the title before I even see the video

Awesome review as usual. Keep it coming. Have you guys tested xc60 t8 vs xc60 t5/t6?

First time viewer, really enjoyed the review

Such disrespect to the Gwagons

The Family is seriously considering this as a replacement for our aging GL450. I am ready to ditch the V8 and enjoy better fuel efficiency with the 2.0T. No longer have big car seats but still have smaller kids, the 3 row option will work well for us.

Awe man when did you guys film this? I was just there the other day and got stuck :D

My GLC exhaust sounds almost the same like diesel engine and I like it . Sense of power. Remember turbo is kind of diesel with high pressure boost. 🤷🏻‍♂️

Same test to a GLC, please!

Looks more like the retired GLK than a G-Wagon

Thank you TFL, you know how to make my day, with a Tommy video. Tommy your a Rockstar. I love the entire video. You're all of that and two bags of chips. #LoveMeSomeTommy

This car is great 😀 You can get this with 7 seat

If i buy one for my wife, she will use it to go to the grocery store, post office, and out to eat.

Looks alrite..seems capable..good job Tommy..thanks

I would love to see the EQB go off-road. Would be the first one in the entire YT! 👍

Love the sweatshirt and great review 👍

Why most car reviewers don't talk about Ambient lights. They usually talk about things most people don't care about.

The Car Looks nice 👍🏽

Brilliant! Awesome review!

I think it looks like a baby GLS and wish it had the engine from the glc 300

I would like to see a similar off road comparison with a GLC

I like the look and style and space but I would like to have this engine performance Engine 3.0L inline-6 turbo with EQ Boost or 2.0L line 4 turbo engine with at least 255 hp net. Thanks. Nice review

Really good review . Thanks

I think you mean it looks like a baby GLS.

He looks and sounds so much like his Dad.

It looks like a Mercedes Tiguan

i found it is the best test! which i saw about glb. thnku

You win the Dundie award for best car review on 1/15/2020 :)

Love this car. It sounds like my TwinPower diesel X1. And I love it. Good ‘ole dependable tractor sound 🚜 😁

How does it compare to the 2019+ Audi Q3?

Def Leppard Retro Active... good tunes!

Can you or anyone on here tell me where you can buy the rollers you use in your slip test? I can't find any sold in the US, only ones from Europe. I would love to see the previous gen SQ5 tested on a hill. Excellent review, love all the gritty details.

Suggestion...show us the roller slip test in “normal” drive mode. Mr. Normal Driver (99.999% of us) is not going to put it into “Off Road” mode when stuck nor even know it exists. After seeing the video it is good to know the system works well but it would be nice to see it in “Normal” mode.

A 250. GLB 250. Are made in Mexico

Very good review! Is GLB capable on snow considering the dual clutch?

I'll consider buying to send to my home in Ghana. It can go many places over there.

My old Mercedes GLK has the same function on the tailgate - when you jank the handle the electrics close the door for you. It is a 2013 facelift, so Mercedes has done that at least since then.

GLB owners, do you like your car? would you recommend? what are some surprises good and bad that you have experienced while owing this vehicle?

Why doesn't anyone ever talk about how the stereo sounds ??

Nice vid. Love this vehicle. I wonder if this will get the AMG treatment. What a performer that would be!

I bought one for the wifey. And is really really coool. It sounds like. If it was diesel. I love it.

I was hoping, since this was not a by-invitation-only manufacturer event, that I would not hear the word ‘architecture’. Oh well.

Hey Guys. I like your off road videos. Always fun. I was wondering if you have ever reviewed an original Mercedes ML vehicle. 1999 - 2005 W163. I hope you do. Would be fun to see what they are really capable of doing. I haven’t found a good review anywhere. You guys would make it fun and worthwhile. I have a 2003 ML 350. It’s never been off-road. I’m curious to know if it’s a semi-legit off-road vehicle. It’s definitely not overlander material, but what can it do? Thanks.

Should compare the GLK350 and the GLB just out of curiosity.

I hate people call some cars as a baby of what car. It just make people feel better nothing else

dig that hoodie bro

can some one explain to me how 'every Mercedes Benz SUV' looks like a g wagon this one looks like the GLC 'coupe' and the GLS had a baby

Pretty much all modern non-performance Mercedes sound like diesel tractors.

No where near the G-wagon? I think it did very well so I think it came somewhat near, don’t you?

G wagon owners don’t like being insulted by calling this mainstream disposable-mobile a baby G wagon.

“Bears beat Battlestar Galactica”

Slip Test is Back!

Good review- for off road would never purchase. Wrangler or 4Runner for less $$$.

What's the ground clearance?

50k+ for awd is a bit steep.

The fake exhaust is to hide the tractor like soot from a direct injection gas engine. The tractor like sound also is related to the 4 cylinder direct injection. In Europe the direct injection gas cars also need a particulate traps like diesels.

Dude, listen.. a couple of slow mo shots of car in the beginning would not hurt anyone.. so we can see how the car looks:) Enjoy your videos btw, good job.. whole team not just you.

Gotta say i was impressed how well this did for light offroading and trail riding. Too expensive for my blood but it does have a good look to it but nothing that looks as good as the Audi Crossovers.

O MA GAUD HOW MANY TIMES DO I HAVE TO TELLEVERYONE? ITS NOT A BABY G WAGON... ITS A BABY GLS