Mine is 2023, but has 30k miles on it. No issues so far. Very solidly built SUV (by contrast my Acura RDX was having squeaky noises around its pano roof, and the power windows made terrible noise (as if their mechanism were rusting). My only issue with the GLB, is that the seats are hard. Uncomfortably hard for a luxury vehicle. Ended up buying a 2024 RAM Rebel with the leather seats for long family and work trips because of it.
We are on our 2nd GLB ( 7 seat & 5 seat) having also had a GLC previously. I honestly have no idea why anyone buys a GLC as a family car. The GLB is far more versatile with the sliding seats etc. Also worth noting that the parcel shelf fits under the floor so easy to store if 7 seats needed unplanned. Good review and video as always.
@@maribogukun yes the GLB sacrificed back seat room and comfort for the bigger boot and third row. If you've got loads of kids it works but GLC a better car otherwise.
I bought a new 2022 GLC 300 in October, fully equipped. It’s my second GLC. I love the car, has more tech than my previous 2018. I was going to wait for a 2023 but still prefer the gas engine and didn’t want to be a Guinea Pig for any unproven EQ technology.
Great review! I've had a GLB 220d for 2 months now. My only gripes are that Android Auto rarely starts first time... have to unplug and plug phone again for it to start most times. Also not being able to permanently disable lane assist is annoying. Other than that it's a lovely, roomy, practical, powerful, fuel-efficient beast which gives a really smooth ride! I'm a lover of the quirky shape 😊
Got the chance to rent one of these I while back and man was that think fun to drive. Smooth and felt almost like a sedan. Only issues I had were electrical issues but at this point I’m pretty sure every vehicle has those
Brilliant Nick !! I have zero issue with my 2021 220d premium GLB ( not premium plus ) since new. Done 16000 miles on clock serviced once. Pro: One full tank of fuel provided super long range travel, 25% of fuel brings me from Kingston to Manchester. Squarish design makes practicality to the max. The third row of seats are always good to be there for in case. 4 matic combines with eight gears gearbox is the best combination on UK roads. Con : The welcome display is still using GLC headlights. ( In which can’t update it to GLB look…yet) 90/100 imo 5 marks deducted from Apple CarPlay still needs to link up the dongle 5 marks deducted from the GLC welcoming Overall it is a middle size family car I can live with for a long while. Highly recommended 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
I have a 7 seater GLE - this GLB though is a great car that is albeit a lot smaller but having the extra seats is a great advantage for this size car - and a lot easier to park!
If you get in touch with Mercedes they can let you know what’s available 🤓 Also if you’re in the UK, you can see what’s in stock online on their website 👍🏼
Great review. I considered a 2022 GLB but liked the shape and lines of the GLA which is why I purchased the 2022 GLA 35. The GLB is still a nice looking option and in the USA we can opt out on the 3rd row seat and save some money while getting that extra space.
Great video Nick. Mine is exactly same colour, Patagonia Red :). Driving through Europe from UK to Poland and there to Portugal and is an awesome car. All fits in there and I have 2 little kids. Top score in practicality. The "boxy" look caught my eye and was surprised how smooth is the driving
I enjoyed my 2018 300SLC more, because, it was 2 wheel drive and not 4matic... I live in an area with mountains and ice, so 4matic is what I have now. 2.7 liter 4cly. More than enough power.
Put 44 thousand miles on my 2021 glb in 18 months. Not one issue yet. Absolutely love it. Had a GLC as a loaner during service and I have no idea why that is a more expensive car when the inside features are shit (crappy screen, no outlet plug, no kinetic seats etc)
Loved the review and actually learnt something 😂 having owned my GLB 35 for a while now. Also interesting comment about body roll, I don’t experience this myself, maybe because I’m too focused on the drive beneath me. Cheers Nick 👍🏼
Be aware. The 2022 model line (in stock now) - UK versions -of the AMG Line Premium plus night edition took away the automatic tailgate and memory seats which would normally come as standard due to components shortage. The February 2023 production models will have this included but you will have to wait a while for delivery of these models.
Hi, can I ask where you got this information from? So let's say if I've got one of these car on orders straight out the factory with a date ready of mid June. Will this not have the automatic tailgate? The rep at the dealers stated we'd have memory seat function but no longer have automatic tailgate button 🤔
@@jenmlt Hi. From the August 2022 sales guide. So it seems like they’ve added in the memory seats because the components may have become available. I would triple-check with them again to make sure as it should show on your order sheet. The February 2023 sales guide shows the memory seats and automatic tailgate are fitted now for vehicles in production from February 2023.
This is mine , I’ve got it in September last year & I am loving it. Great to use around London , what’s more , my Precious Princess Golden Retriever loves the boot which is not the case in with our other cars . ❤️🐶❤️As I’ve mentioned, the only issue I have is paralel parking which I still can’t use . Looking forward to watch an update on parking .
Might have something this Friday 👀 Although do bear in mind it’s heavily regulated so not available on all cars :( It depends where you live and the regulations at the time of production Speak with Mercedes and they can let you know 👍🏼
Hi Nick. Hope you're well and safe. Thank you for the useful videos and the valuable information therein. Great effort, indeed. 👌 I'm going to get my first ever Mercedes-Benz car after a couple of weeks. It's GLE 450 4 MATIC SUV premium, 2023 model. I would be so grateful if you could produce a video on this specific model showing the special and additional / new features. Thank you.
Thanks Ehab, glad you’re enjoying them! I’ll keep em coming! Ooo very nice! I might look to cover it again soon, but if you wanted to watch I have covered it in the past here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-perqm3nqAMg.html
Considering one of these, but with all the seats up, no boot space whatsoever 😢 might go for a GLC next year 😊 Looked at a Permium GLB, love the MBUX dash, but I need Android Auto whatever I get
Awesome video! Love the double decker bus... It looked like it can flip over that bus scary turning it. Yes lovely weather you are having! I am in Florida, USA . Central east florida and it was 30 degrees this am. Burr!
Trick!!! The drink holders and center storage compartment, are hooked to the A.C./heat controls, and will keep cold food and drinks cold,(Or warm), during a long trip!!!
Hi Nick, can you advise on any key changes for 2023 over a 2021 GLB35 premium plus? E.g. I had particularly wanted the heads-up display and the dynamic controls on the steering wheel, but unfortunately neither were available on UK spec cars. Something that I didn't really understand, it was like MB didn't want even more of my money 😄
Hey Steve, it’s the same shape since it’s release so isn’t a facelift but yes spec does vary round the world. It depends on the model as to what is offered on Premium / Premium Plus packages.
The floor drops down on the 5 seat model adding even more space. I went in looking at the GLB but the seats are just so bad it ruining everything good about it.
Another masterpiece Nick .. sadly the GLB doesn’t do it for me though .. I looked at one in the car park of MB Peterborough .. they look like they have the aerodynamics of a sofa :( .. waiting patiently for the S class 2023 review with some of the old ‘Nick magic’ please.
I had one for a year. Oddly enough from MB Peterborough. I struggled to get over the rear window trim kink in the beginning if I'm honest but I actually missed it when i had to change. So practical & easy to drive. Mine was a prem plus with distronic which helped a lot but I was surprised at how much I liked it
Oh the cars made in certain locations? No not at all, the only difference is the level of luxury going from A-Class all the way up to S-Class (and all of the models in between)
If you thought that was square have a look at the GLC's predecessor, the GLK. That was truly an ugly beast. Fortunately they didn't sell it in the UK or in any RHD market for that matter due to the steering column obstructing the driveshaft on 4wd models. They only made 4wd versions initially but then introduced rear wheel drive only models. I used to see quite a few on my trips to Germany. Great video btw Nick.
Hi nick.. Love your videos. very informative and always something new to learn.. I have an EQE AMG 53. my question for you is how to watch Netflix and RU-vid videos on the hyperscreen. how do I bypass the wireless applecarplay built in the car.. I have a "device" to be able to see Netflix and RU-vid but that is only if the vehicle uses a usb wired applecarplay. Any bypass suggestions or any other way..
Hi, we need a star c4 scanner or mercedes dealer to code YES to IOM (Internet On the Move)...can be different now but that is the last info I have on the matter
Hey Khuram, ooo very nice! Sadly video content on cars is tricky, as most cars aren’t powerful enough to play video. However some are but of course it’s not supported by manufacturers. There are some 3rd party solutions but I haven’t used any myself. Some cars have a browser where it might play via that but then you might need to pay monthly for a data connection…depends on availability where you’re based etc Glad you love the videos!
You can get a panoramic roof, in the UK it’s found on the Premium / Premium Plus Packages but double check with Mercedes for the exact spec on what you’re looking at 🤓
There is a new facelift coming soon! Think it’s before the end of the year but chat with Mercedes to be sure. If I get my hands on one I’ll be sure to check it out!
When are we likely to see full Premium plus packages on the GLB’s? I got one in November and had no electric seats, no wireless charger, no electric boot, blind spot assist and few other things.
Hey Jak, really sorry I wouldn’t know about spec availability on cars. Best thing to do is get in touch with Mercedes and they can let you know what is available on cars now as it varies from country to country 👍🏼
Hi nick, I’ve just bought a A200 AMG premium plus, I’ve noticed that on the ambient lighting it’s not on for the seats, only on the front dash, do you know why this is or how to solve it?
Ooo very nice! You can tweak some settings in Comfort and then Ambient Lighting although I don’t recall seeing any options for seats. Ambient lighting is just in the dashboard, floor and handles 🤓 (oh and the vents!)
My MB has E Z exit enter. When it comes to my 2023 MLB 250 this convenience feature may as well not exist. I am not a tall person 5' 10" at 176 lbs. I have it set to on but the seat does not move when I exit or enter. I went back to dealer and they showed me it's limitations and it is "ON". The problem is, (they say) if the driver's seat back is already lined up with the center door pillar the seat will not move back "automatically" beyond that point but, if you use the seat switch, the seat is fully capable of moving back 4/5 or more inches. M B needs to go back and redesign this so called convenience. I got around this by programing the seat memory for a 3rd. driver. I open the door, press memory "3" and the seat moves back as far as I have it programed. I get in and press memory for Myself or number "1" and the seat goes to where I have it programed for myself. The other driver in my home is memory number "2" and is shorter, 5" 7" at 145 lbs. If that driver was the last to use the car the seat "STILL" does not move. I showed the dealer this but they said driver #2 is right on the cusp of the seat limitations. BTW, I have a Ford F150 with the E Z enter/exit convenience and it operates/works far far better then my 2023 GLK 250 😝😝😝😝
The new facelift does but check on the car you’re looking or chat with a dealer and they can check for you. Working on the facelift GLB review as we speak! It’s already posted for members but video will be coming soon for everyone to see!
Mercedes offer 7” screens and 10.25” screen sizes for the GLB. The new GLB’s on my newer video show this as it changed recently so it’s now standard equipment
I drive a 2021 glb, and the vast majority of "hey Mercedes" commands dont really work. Its limited to setting temperature and some other basic stuff. any thoughts?
Hey Munir, the shape will be the same as it’s not a facelift but best to speak with Mercedes for up to date specification etc. they’ll be able to let you know what’s available 👍🏼
Really sorry I wouldn’t know about upcoming releases, if I know about them, I’ll be sure to post about them! If it’s a hybrid then highly unlikely, the GLE (a larger SUV in Mercedes) is a 7 seater but 5 seater with a hybrid as that is where the batteries go 👍🏼
Hey Willports, I’ve not experienced that fully myself however I’ve read from comments on my channel it’s just a combination of cold weather, 4 wheel drive, large wheels and full lock (like doing a 3 point turn). So it could happen on other cars. Best thing to be sure is speak with your local Mercedes and they should be able to let you know 🤓
@@npoleary I had an X3 and it never did it no matter the conditions on same 20” wheels, since having glc its every time I turn more than 90deg, ie a mini roundabout, or parking or moving around a car park it’s tyre skipping, Mercedes don’t tell you on a test drive as you don’t really do the things that trigger it. The fix is all weather tyres in some cases and actual fix with same tyres is replacing knuckles that correct the issue. Mines under warranty but I have to fight now to get it done, if you test drive this car make sure you go around a car park or try parking it, otherwise your going to get tyre ware, and an annoying scraping of tyres.
@@npoleary perfect, having the GLC has really put me off enjoying it because of what I have now, in 2yrs which is earliest I can get rid of it, I will def test the next one, it’s annoying, worst case I go X3 - and yes it’s that annoying because I like the GLC and brand, my wife’s car doesn’t do it, also merc but her’s a C-Class.
@@npoleary You gave me the getup to call them again, Just spoke again to Mercedes and this time hitting the right person i guess. Person said after i gave the registration, oh the knuckles issue, yes lets get you in to replace them, about 4hrs to replace and we get you back to enjoying your car. Now that's what i expected before, seems i was speaking to the wrong people, this is why i loved Mercedes when i got the wifes car the service side was great for resolution and thats why i changed from BMW to Mercedes, this just re-enforced it for me. I can enjoy this lovely car after this is done.
Do you have a video that teaches activating and deactivating speed limiter and cruise control. how to make LIM indicator disappear from car display. I can't see it in the instruction book. Thanks. Ouvir content_copy Copiar tradução share Partilhar tradução Obrigado
No cars have autopilot, but some models have Driver Assist systems called Driving Assistance Package. I made a video about it here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-m3A8H74vMLQ.htmlsi=BxVflNkscZqK0mmJ
What is it for the tax £570 and my car cd220 lower by hundreds. 1.5 ltr has little overtaking power. Mercs as they get more expensive still have the same basic stiff throughout. Smoke and mirrors....
Tax is UK government, it’ll be nothing to do with the car manufacturers. In the UK after 2017, if the car’s list price is over £40k then the tax will be in the higher banding if it’s a petrol, diesel or hybrid. I believe at the moment Electric cars are exempt from this for now.
@@npoleary yes and they look very impressive. Shame they do not have an 800 volt architecture but still love the look of them especially the coming EQE SUV. I look forward to your review of the EQE SUV and especially the AMG EQE SUV.
Great!!! However it is October 2023, and I just purchased a 2024,,, SLE350 W4 with AMG wheels and suspension parts. 🫨 I am 62, and a single, Roman Catholic Monk, w/0 kids!!! LoL. The only point is that my car is a "2024" ( The steering wheel is from a 2023 Maybach!!!) I have a Burmester and ambient lighting. I see a lot of parts from my 2018 300SLC??? I agree that the rear cargo bay is amazing and has everything including a coat hook on the lift gate!!! So, I paid for the front seat, and features, and left the back seats like a nice luxury car with ac. Seat heat/cool, and lights!!! Thats it!!! No one will ever ride back there anyway, and if the do they can control the entertainment system with a cell phone on, "Mercedes 'Me" and change the settings!!!
