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Be ready for the new 2020 Mercedes – Benz GLB. The luxury crossover was spied and then upcoming version will bring some serious changes. The prototype is under a heavy camo and all we can say is that the second-smallest SUV will be boxier than before. The German carmaker unveiled details about specs and few other things we can expect from GLB.
A test mule is showing us the crossover will be here soon. Also, the vehicle was caught in Canada, so it will have a premiere in North America, where it is the most popular. Well, the competition in the compact luxury crossover class is very tough, with more and more models in the market every year. Well, the expectations are high, as always when Mercedes is bringing a new model to the market.
2020 Mercedes – Benz GLB Specs
According to trusted sources, the smallest and the least capable engine for the 2020 Mercedes – Benz GLB will be a 1.4-liter turbo-four unit. This drivetrain is going to produce 165 hp and 180 lb-ft of twist. Well, this one will be available only for the European market. Other non-US versions will also offer a 1.5-liter turbodiesel drivetrain that creates 115 hp and 190 pound-feet of torque. Under the hood of the North American version of the 2020 Mercedes GLB will be a 2.0-liter turbo-four engine. Buyers of this one can count to 225 hp and 260 pound-feet of torque. It is a more powerful version than the previous one.
That is not all about engine room of the 2020 Mercedes – Benz GLB. The crossover will also get a plug-in hybrid version, while the German company announced an all-electric variant for the future. It is hard to believe that the 2020 season model will present the EQB version.
The GLB also gets a 300 hp rated performance-oriented model. Yes, that is the version with AMG badge. A 2.0-liter turbo engine is paired with a seven-speed transmission. Some say this engine could be tuned to create 400 horsepower. Mercedes is yet to confirm or deny this info.
2020 Mercedes – Benz GLB Spy Photos
First vehicles are still wearing a heavy camo. Well, experts are sure the new 2020 Mercedes – Benz GLB is behind covers. Spy photos are showing the new design of the front fascia. Nose, headlamps, and bumper are different than before. The redesign will install a rectangular grille. Wheels are the same as before. This is the last thing the new GLB will show. Of course, the AMG model will be much more aggressive, but this version is not being tested yet.
Interior
Although the new vehicle showed its cabin, it is still plain. The German carmaker is not showing us all. Well, the company announced that the new 2020 Mercedes – Benz GLB will be based on the A-Class vehicles. Highlights of this language are MBUX infotainment system with huge 10-inch display and ambient lighting. We can find shapes of these features both on A-Class and the spied GLB crossover. So, many other types of equipment will be very similar. Under the infotainment screen are three air-conditioning vents. The MBUX system will bring new intelligent features. Unfortunately, that is all we know since the German carmaker is not unveiling details. Navigation will be standard for the premium crossover.
Interior storage will offer 55 cubic feet. Well, foldable second row creates so much room. Total towing capacity of the new 2020 Mercedes GLB will be around 4,500 pounds.
2020 Mercedes – Benz GLB Ener-G-Force Concept
The new 2020 Mercedes – Benz GLB could use some features from the Ener-G-Force Concept. This means the crossover will get better off-road skills. At the same time, it will become greener. Well, this is still a concept, but first shapes from it the new GLB could present next season. It was presented at the LA car show in 2012 and many renders showed it as a police car. It might be a perfect function, but first, the German company will try to use it on the upcoming 2020 Mercedes GLB.
2020 Mercedes – Benz GLB Release Date, Price, Competition
We still don’t know release details of the new 2020 Mercedes – Benz GLB. We can only assume that fans are not going to wait for too long. Test mules are confirming this theory. On the other hand, we can get some clues about the price if we compare the GLB to its closes siblings. The GLA starts at $34,000 and larger GLC at $40,000. With the new concept and platform, the new GLB will be very close to its bigger stablemate.
Well, the German giant can’t push the price too far to remain competitive in the growing segment. Some of the alternatives we will find in Lexus NX, Acura RDX, and Land Rover Discovery Sport. Of course, its German compatriots are the biggest threat in all markets. BMW’s models for this class are X3 and X4, while Audi’s Q3 is a crossover to watch.
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