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Mercedes-Benz GLB All Set To Make Its World Debut

By Sarah Chen
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Mercedes Benz GLB
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Mercedes-Benz has dropped a teaser of its upcoming GLB and it’s all set to make it’s world debut on June 10, 2019. The GLB, as the name suggests is based on the B-Class and is built on the MFA2 platform, which underpins the latter. It will be positioned between the GLA and the GLC models. Spy shots of the car give us a peek into what the GLB will look like and the teaser confirms much of these details. The size shows that the GLB is likely to be a 7 seater model and it’s a far cry from being a baby G-Class as it was rumoured to be. The long hood, short overhangs, and the boxy rear end all point out to a GLB being a bigger SUV.

The upcoming Mercedes-Benz GLB is expected to be a family car like the B-Class so expect a spacious five-seater cabin with a large boot space, possibly above 500 litres. It’s said that Mercedes might even consider offering an optional third row in certain markets. In terms of design and styling for the cabin, we expect the GLB to take inspiration from the new-gen A-Class’ cabin, which was revealed last year.

Engine options are still not confirmed but, we expect the Mercedes-Benz GLB to get the same engine options as the new A-Class. It could also get the new engines that have been developed in partnership with the Renault-Nissan alliance. The GLB is also expected to get a new electronically controlled four-wheel drive system, but can only confirm that when the SUV make its official debut.

Questions & Answers

Q.

When and where is the Mercedes-Benz GLB scheduled to make its first public appearance?

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The Mercedes-Benz GLB is scheduled to make its world debut on June 10, 2019. The article does not specify a location for this debut, only the date.

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Which existing Mercedes-Benz models will the GLB be positioned between in the company's lineup?

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The GLB will be positioned between the GLA and the GLC models in Mercedes-Benz's product range. It is built on the MFA2 platform, similar to the B-Class.

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What are the expected characteristics of the GLB's interior, particularly regarding seating and boot space?

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The GLB is expected to have a spacious five-seater cabin with a large boot space, possibly exceeding 500 litres. Mercedes might also offer an optional third row in some markets.

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