GLB (X247) [Renders] 2019 Mercedes GLB

[fortuner]

Finally something on the A platform i can get excited about.
Mercedes really needs to wise up and drop the GLA. It is an unnecessary variant. The regular A-class is a better option, and the GLA doesn't offer any real benefit or difference from a regular A-class hatch.

In fact, with the A-sedan. Mercedes could drop the GLA and CLA. Wasted model designations that don't really add to the line up.

Here in the UK and also in SA the GLA is actually a popular vehicle. It has advantages over the regular A hatch.

Taller.
Larger loading area.
Better on roads with potholes.
Has the higher look which these days people want and love.

 

[Centurion]

The A-class hatch would be sales proof here in the U.S. The GLA is absolutely needed.

I am expecting BMW to launch a competing jacked up hatchback too.

 

[domleo999]

I am expecting BMW to launch a competing jacked up hatchback too.

You mean the X2?

 

[hovabongZA]

You mean the X2?

Which is definitely not a jacked up hatchback.

 

[Centurion]

You mean the X2?

Nope. The Q2 and GLA are entry level crossovers, the X2 is a class above.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

The GLA is priced against the Q3 and X1 here.

 

[EnI]

Nope. The Q2 and GLA are entry level crossovers, the X2 is a class above.

Partially true.

Q2 is the entry class, GLA is somewhere in between, while X2 sits a class higher compared to Q2.

Eg. in Germany the price ranges list as follows:

Q2: €23.400 (1.0 TFSI ultra) - €36.350 (2.0 TDI quattro Design or Sport)
GLA: €28.940 (180) - €40.690 (220d 4MATIC)
X2: €34.050 (sDrive 18i Basic) - €51.750 (xDrive25d M Sport X)

 

[domleo999]

Hmm, marketed differently, but very similar sizes and shapes:

 

[EnI]

Q2 is significantly shorter, obviously.

 

[fortuner]

Hmm, marketed differently, but very similar sizes and shapes:

GLA and Q2 are very much similar size and when the new gen is introduced of the GLA i am sure will be even closer.

 

[Betty Swollocks]

Nope. The Q2 and GLA are entry level crossovers, the X2 is a class above.

Really? Based on what? Size? Until now I assumed the X2 was the entry-level SUV for BMW, just like the X1. Basically a coupe version of the X1, in the same way the X3 and X4 coexist, and the X5 and X6 coexist.

 

[Centurion]

Really? Based on what? Size? Until now I assumed the X2 was the entry-level SUV for BMW, just like the X1. Basically a coupe version of the X1, in the same way the X3 and X4 coexist, and the X5 and X6 coexist.

Cheapest Audi Q2: 1.0 TFI - £20,815
Cheapest BMW X2: 20d SE - £33,980

As you can see the Q2 is a lot more affordable than the X2 which is also reflected in the interior quality and optional equipment.

 

[Giannis]

Cheapest Audi Q2: 1.0 TFI - £20,815
Cheapest BMW X2: 20d SE - £33,980

As you can see the Q2 is a lot more affordable than the X2 which is also reflected in the interior quality and optional equipment.

Oh com'on, you can't compare a 1.0TSI with a 2.0d engine variant in terms of price!

Give the X2 6 months for more engine variants to become available, and the price difference will be negligible.

 

[Centurion]

Oh com'on, you can't compare a 1.0TSI with a 2.0d engine variant in terms of price!

Give the X2 6 months for more engine variants to become available, and the price difference will be negligible.

I will eat my hat if BMW release a X2 16d.

 

[Betty Swollocks]

Cheapest Audi Q2: 1.0 TFI - £20,815
Cheapest BMW X2: 20d SE - £33,980

As you can see the Q2 is a lot more affordable than the X2 which is also reflected in the interior quality and optional equipment.

I don't think you can solely use price as the determining factor. If BMW added another £10,000 to the selling price would you then say it's a Q5 competitor? Size-wise it's clearly a competitor with the Q2 and GLA.

When the selling price is so different, maybe it's because the X2 is overpriced?

 

[Srbb]

So if the next GLB it will start in the first 4-6 months from 43.000€ this means it will be X3, Glc league

 

[fortuner]

I don't think you can solely use price as the determining factor. If BMW added another £10,000 to the selling price would you then say it's a Q5 competitor? Size-wise it's clearly a competitor with the Q2 and GLC.

When the selling price is so different, maybe it's because the X2 is overpriced?

Hi mate i think you meant GLA ?

 

[Betty Swollocks]

Hi mate i think you meant GLA ?

Yes I did, thanks. I've edited my post.

 

[Wolfgang]

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[Tarek]

I'm so baffled by this new GLB..where does it stand in the line up? is it what the X2 to X1 kina car or a whole new niche?