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2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB is a quiet carryover with no major product changes from 2021. It remains a first-generation, pre-facelift compact luxury SUV.
About the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB
1st generation (X247), third model year, pre-facelift.
Mercedes-Benz positions the GLB as a small luxury SUV with a more upright shape and more usable cabin space than many style-first rivals. Its main appeal is practicality in a compact footprint: easy entry, strong cargo flexibility, and familiar Mercedes tech. For most shoppers, the GLB is the small Mercedes SUV chosen for usefulness first and sportier styling second.
The 2022 GLB pairs upright styling and a useful cabin with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission. The GLB 250 has front-wheel drive, while the GLB 250 4MATIC adds all-wheel drive. Both have dual 7-inch screens, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a sliding and reclining second-row seat with split-folding seatbacks.
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 8-Spd Dual-Clutch |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 24 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 32 mpg | 30 mpg |
| Horsepower | 221 hp | 221 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 22 cu-ft | 22 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29.1 in | 29.1 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Park Assist | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| 360 Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Roof Rails | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Remote Start | ||
| Third Row Seat | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB compared with the 2021 model?
No major product changes were verified for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB. Its powertrain, styling, safety equipment, cabin technology, and basic structure carried over.
Was the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB redesigned?
No, the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB was not redesigned or refreshed. It was the third model year of the first-generation GLB and still had its original pre-facelift design.
What is the difference between the 2022 GLB 250 and GLB 250 4MATIC?
The main difference is the drivetrain. The 2022 GLB 250 has front-wheel drive, while the GLB 250 4MATIC has all-wheel drive for added traction; both use the same turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and 8-speed automatic transmission.
What infotainment features does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB have?
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB has dual 7-inch displays, the MBUX touchscreen system with the “Hey Mercedes” voice assistant, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB.
4.0
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB
(484 reviews)
“It is a solid performer with brand cache that gets noticed. It is practical and somewhat fun to drive. Roomier inside that it looks on the outside. The interior tech is excellent!”
“I love the technology of the vehicle, the leather seats, and the smooth way it drives and its quiet. Great for road trips! I wish the back hatch was electric, and I wish it didn't have auto stop at red lights.”