Which is better: 2024 Ford Edge or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB250?

It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2024 Ford Edge vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.

Which costs less: 2024 Ford Edge or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB250?

Based on starting MSRP, the 2024 Ford Edge starts lower at $38,365. Live Ford Edge listings start at $6,980.

Which has better startingMsrp: 2024 Ford Edge or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB250?

The 2024 Ford Edge leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (38,365).

Which has better combinedMpg: 2024 Ford Edge or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB250?

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).

Which has better horsepower: 2024 Ford Edge or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB250?

The 2024 Ford Edge leads on horsepower in this comparison (335).

Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2024 Ford Edge or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB250?

The 2024 Ford Edge leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).

How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2024 Ford Edge vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB250?

NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Edge (5/5 NHTSA overall).

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Ford Edge vs Mercedes-Benz GLB250

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2024 Ford Edge

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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB250

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Overview

Spec	Ford EdgeSE	Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250
Selected trim	SE	GLB 250
Body style	SUV	SUV
Drivetrain	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Fuel type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (required)
Transmission	8-speed automatic	8-speed automated manual
Engine type	gas	mild hybrid
Model year	2024	2026

Pricing & market

Spec	Ford EdgeSE	Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250
MSRP	$38,365 (best)	$43,800
Lowest listing price	$6,980 (best)	—
Median listing price	$23,521 (best)	—
Highest listing price	$32,898 (best)	—
For sale now	87 (best)	0

Fuel economy & range

Spec	Ford EdgeSE	Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250
Combined MPG	23 MPG	28 MPG (best)
City MPG	21 MPG	25 MPG (best)
Highway MPG	28 MPG	33 MPG (best)
Fuel tank	18.5 gal (best)	15.9 gal

Performance

Spec	Ford EdgeSE	Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250
Horsepower	250 hp (best)	221 hp
Torque	280 lb-ft (best)	258 lb-ft
Engine size	2 L	2 L
Cylinders	I4	I4

Size & capability

Spec	Ford EdgeSE	Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Doors	4	4
Cargo volume	73.4 cu ft (best)	62 cu ft
Towing capacity	3,500 lbs (best)	—
Curb weight	4,122 lbs (best)	—
Ground clearance	—	7.9 in (best)
Wheelbase	112.2 in (best)	111.4 in
Length	188.8 in (best)	182.4 in
Width	75.9 in (best)	72.2 in
Height	68.3 in (best)	66.7 in

Safety & recalls

Spec	Ford EdgeSE	Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250
NHTSA overall	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Frontal crash (driver)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Frontal crash (passenger)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Side crash (driver)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Side crash (passenger)	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Side pole	5 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Rollover	4 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Open recalls (YMM scope)	2	None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

Trim	Ford Edge	Mercedes-Benz GLB250
1	SE $38,365 MSRP(Currently comparing)	GLB 250 $43,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	SEL $39,565 MSRP	GLB 250 4MATIC $45,800 MSRP
3	ST-Line $43,620 MSRP	—
4	Titanium $43,720 MSRP	—
5	ST $47,205 MSRP	—

Live inventory

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