INFINITI QX50 vs Mercedes-Benz GLB250
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB250
Overview
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | PURE | GLB 250 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 8-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43,000 (best) | $43,800 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG | 33 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16 gal (best) | 15.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 268 hp (best) | 221 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 65.1 cu ft (best) | 62 cu ft |
| Payload | 1,096 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,979 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 8.6 in (best) | 7.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 111.4 in (best) |
| Length | 184.7 in (best) | 182.4 in |
| Width | 74.9 in (best) | 72.2 in |
| Height | 66 in | 66.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 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) | None reported | None reported |
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 | INFINITI QX50 | Mercedes-Benz GLB250 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PURE $43,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GLB 250 $43,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LUXE $46,300 MSRP | GLB 250 4MATIC $45,800 MSRP |
| 3 | SPORT $51,200 MSRP | — |