“Its a nice car. I am still adjusting to driving on the right with a left hand wheel after living abroad for 4 years. As the right hand controls are how to control the vehicle, I am constantly having to remember that they are not the turn signals.”
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB is a carryover with no significant changes from 2022. It is the final model year before the styling, technology, equipment, and powertrain refresh for 2024.
About the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB
1st generation (X247), fourth model year, last year before the 2024 refresh.
Mercedes-Benz positions the GLB as the compact SUV that can do a little bit of everything: easy city size, upright styling, useful cargo space, available seating for up to seven, and a tech-heavy cabin. Its core appeal is practicality wrapped in Mercedes branding. Compared with sleeker rivals, the GLB leans more toward roominess and versatility, giving shoppers a premium small SUV that is shaped and packaged more like a scaled-down family hauler than a fashion-first crossover.
The 2023 GLB remains an upright, space-efficient small SUV with a sliding and reclining split rear seat, a power liftgate, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The GLB 250 has front-wheel drive, while the GLB 250 4MATIC adds all-wheel drive, an off-road driving mode, and downhill speed control for greater confidence in bad weather or on rough roads.
2023 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 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB compared with the 2022 model?
Nothing significant changed for 2023. The powertrains, exterior design, safety equipment, touchscreen system, displays, chassis, and body structure all carried over from 2022.
Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB a refreshed model?
No, the 2023 GLB is not a refreshed model. It is the last model year before Mercedes-Benz updated the GLB’s styling, technology, standard equipment, and powertrain for 2024.
Which 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB has all-wheel drive?
The 2023 GLB 250 4MATIC has all-wheel drive. It also has an off-road driving mode and downhill speed control, while the regular GLB 250 uses front-wheel drive.
Did the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB receive a new engine?
No, the 2023 GLB did not receive a new engine. GLB 250 models retained the 221-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and eight-speed automatic transmission used for 2022.
Did the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB get new screens or safety features?
No lineup-wide screen, infotainment, or safety-equipment changes were announced for the 2023 GLB. The GLB 250 and GLB 250 4MATIC retained 7-inch displays, smartphone integration, and automatic emergency braking.
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB.
4.1
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB
(344 reviews)
“I would highly recommend this vehicle to anyone! Nice smooth ride, very comfortable on long rides. Great sound system. Passenger in back can hear conversations from the front of the vehicle and always feels included.”
“Great styling if looking for a comfortable compact luxury SUV. Good acceleration if needed with handling to match. Should have come standard with wireless Apple CarPlay and phone charger. Those would be the only two unattractive parts about it. For the price of the vehicle, those two items should be standard.”