Kia EV6 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 | Kia EV6Light | Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Light | GLB 250 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 8-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | electric | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $37,900 (best) | $43,800 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 28 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 25 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 33 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 115 MPGe (best) | — |
| Electric range | 237 mi (best) | — |
| Battery capacity | 63 kWh (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 6.2 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | — | 15.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 167 hp | 221 hp (best) |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | — | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 46.7 cu ft | 62 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,145 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in | 7.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in (best) | 111.4 in |
| Length | 184.8 in (best) | 182.4 in |
| Width | 74 in (best) | 72.2 in |
| Height | 60.8 in | 66.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | Mercedes-Benz GLB250GLB 250 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 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 | 5 / 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 | Kia EV6 | Mercedes-Benz GLB250 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Light $37,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GLB 250 $43,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Light Long Range $41,200 MSRP | GLB 250 4MATIC $45,800 MSRP |
| 3 | Light Long Range $45,200 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Wind $44,800 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Wind $48,800 MSRP | — |
| 6 | GT-Line $48,700 MSRP | — |
| 7 | GT-Line $53,000 MSRP | — |