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Mercedes-Benz GLB35 AMG vs Nissan Ariya

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

Vehicles

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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB35 AMG

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2025 Nissan Ariya

Overview

SpecMercedes-Benz GLB35 AMGAMG GLB 35Nissan AriyaEngage
Selected trimAMG GLB 35Engage
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)electric
Transmission8-speed automated manual1-speed direct drive
Engine typemild hybridelectric
Model year20262025

Pricing & market

SpecMercedes-Benz GLB35 AMGAMG GLB 35Nissan AriyaEngage
MSRP$60,600$39,770 (best)
Lowest listing price$20,702 (best)
Median listing price$28,499 (best)
Highest listing price$35,790 (best)
For sale now020 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMercedes-Benz GLB35 AMGAMG GLB 35Nissan AriyaEngage
Combined MPG23 MPG (best)
City MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe101 MPGe (best)
Electric range216 mi (best)
240V charge time10 hr (best)
Fuel tank15.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecMercedes-Benz GLB35 AMGAMG GLB 35Nissan AriyaEngage
Horsepower302 hp (best)214 hp
Torque295 lb-ft (best)221 lb-ft
Engine size2 L (best)
CylindersI4

Size & capability

SpecMercedes-Benz GLB35 AMGAMG GLB 35Nissan AriyaEngage
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume62 cu ft (best)59.7 cu ft
Payload990 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,869 lbs (best)4,323 lbs
Ground clearance6.3 in (best)
Wheelbase111.4 in (best)109.3 in
Length183.1 in (best)182.9 in
Width72.8 in74.8 in (best)
Height65.4 in65.4 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMercedes-Benz GLB35 AMGAMG GLB 35Nissan AriyaEngage
NHTSA overall5 / 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 pole4 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimMercedes-Benz GLB35 AMGNissan Ariya
1

AMG GLB 35

$60,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Engage

$39,770 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Engage e-4ORCE

$43,770 MSRP

3

Evolve+

$44,370 MSRP

4

Engage+ e-4ORCE

$45,370 MSRP

5

Evolve+ e-4ORCE

$48,370 MSRP

6

Platinum+ e-4ORCE

$54,370 MSRP

7

Platinum+ e-4ORCE

$54,370 MSRP

Live inventory

Mercedes-Benz GLB35 AMG vs Nissan Ariya FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB35 AMG or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB35 AMG vs 2025 Nissan Ariya on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB35 AMG or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Nissan Ariya starts lower at $39,770. Live Nissan Ariya listings start at $20,702.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB35 AMG or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
The 2025 Nissan Ariya leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,770).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB35 AMG or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB35 AMG leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB35 AMG or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
The 2025 Nissan Ariya leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (289).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB35 AMG or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
The 2025 Nissan Ariya leads on horsepower in this comparison (389).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB35 AMG vs 2025 Nissan Ariya?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Nissan Ariya (5/5 NHTSA overall).