2020 Mercedes GLB250 | Trendy Takeover
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- čas přidán 22. 07. 2024
- We review the 2020 Mercedes GLB250 an affordable Mercedes SUV that combines more style and plenty of tech. We discuss the good and bad of the Mercedes and cover some of the mechanical attributes and also take it for a drive. The base price is competitive however others to consider are the Audi Q3, BMW X1, Volvo XC40, Acura RDX, Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX5, Lexus NX.
#mercedes #SUV
Index:
00:00 - 00:54 Intro
00:54 - 5:39 Interior Impressions
5:39 - 7:50 Mechanical Overview, Suspension, Body, and Engine
7:50 - 14:06 Driving Impressions
14:06Final Thoughts, Pros, and Cons - Auta a dopravní prostředky
SavageGeese could review a toaster and I’d enjoy it.
That's because he does his appliance reviews nekkid.
This car basically looks like a toaster. Jobs done.
SavageGeese, please review the Mitsubishi toaster!
#When'sTechWednesday
Yep, this 400$ one, from Mitsubishi.
No, im not joking.
8:35 😂😂😂 “estrogen levels shooting sky high” having my morning coffee & enjoying the master of understated humor that is savagegeese
that explains why i need a snickers after i drink my latte from the local Mickey Deez
I enjoy these as well ;)
I just bought (leased) a 2023 GLB 250… I go looking for reviews and content on the model and I run into this reviewer… I have been looking constantly at car reviews for the last 3 years. How is it possible that such a professional, and well articulated car reviewer was hidden from me all of this time.
This man is the best car reviewer I have seen, and I have seen plenty!
When you've watched so many savagegeese videos you know every inch of road he drives on reviews.
Other car reviews : will watch it only if it features cars I like...
Savagegeese review : will watch it even if it doesnt feature cars I like..
He's had some high production comedy in his previous reviews. Great personalities of all peeps, Mark, Jack, Turboski , and especially Toddd! Hope they do a reunion video with the whole gang!
@@timothycc711 they might do it as some anniversary episode...
Mercedes-Benz presents: The german Nissan Cube!
Ze German Nissan Cube
Hardly bro
@@chocolatewheelchair yes. It is
maxheadroom how is this a Japanese sub-compact?
@@chocolatewheelchair you're in denial, these things are built in Mexico
Can't think of why anyone would get a GLC300 over this. It's better in all the ways that matter except looks. I really like this as an alternative to the bigger FWD 2 row crossovers like the Corsair, RDX and maybe even the RX. Nice review as always
I’ve driven both the GLC300 and GLB250 and I can tell you that the GLC is way better
These now have some of the worst consumer satisfaction ratings. RDX is far superior
@@davidlake611 rdx reliability aint too good either
@@hellocar123 according to whom? What reliability problems have been reported, none of the major rating firms have it at anything below above average
Seven inches really does go a long way 😏
I don’t get it
@@joshua9073 I smell sarcasm in your statement.
Ted you have the nose of a Tuscan truffle hog!
It depends on whose ruler you're using.
I haven't had seven inches in years. :-(
This is great mark thank you for showing it to us! I didn’t think I’d like it at all when I saw the thumbnail but it grew on me and hearing that you had a soft spot for it influenced me a lot actually! I think you nailed it with 3 year lease for whoever wants it for the “here & now” of it all. Kudos to Mercedes for creating it!
After my last Mercedes I think I'm staying away from them for a while. They're banking on people who are attracted to vehicles with shiny bit and flashy design and that's fine if you're just going to lease it and then get rid of it after 3 years. But for those like me who don't lease it's just not going to work. You cannot own a Mercedes, or most European brands for that matter, once the manufacturer's warranty expires unless you have money to burn and time on your hands to keep taking it to the dealer for repairs. Different people have their own definition of luxury. Some like all those flashy bits and sexy design as mentioned and some are just badge shoppers. But my definition of luxury has reliability on the top of my list as well and quality and comfort. Worry free driving is my kind of luxury. When I had my last Mercedes I kept wondering what is going to go wrong next.
@stephen stepanic Yes, I agree that taking good care of your care is important to maintain reliability but when I bought (not leased) my last Mercedes (2014 MY) I also purchased a 5-year service agreement. So every manufacture recommended service was performed on time and at the very dealership where I purchased the vehicle. I wish I could say the only times I've visited the service center was to have a routine service done but unfortunately that was not the case. I've had more unscheduled repair trips to the dealer than scheduled maintenance. Thankfully they were all under warranty but although they took care of me and gave me loaner cars each time I dropped off my car, I still have to take time to drop my car off and then later go pick it up. I don't know about anyone else but my time is very important to me. Again, this goes back to each individual's definition of luxury. Mine is not having to worry about all that.
The GLK 350 was one of their most reliable suv's. You can snag a 2015 for a good price now. I wish Mercedes would cut their lineup and just focus on quality more.
What model was, and what where the issues? Thanks!
@@ninotrivelli The last one I had was a 2014 CLA that I purchased in 2013. I was drawn by the looks and I ordered it with Premium package, multimedia package, sports package, Bi-Xenon LED package, Panoramic roof, and spoiler. It was beautiful. But after I bought it I started seeing the issues. The ride was horrible, the 7-speed dual clutch transmission was twitchy and just horrible, the gaps in the interior were huge, even for non-luxury brand standards, the Harmon Kardon sound system was mediocre at best, the interior noise was loud... and those aren't even what went wrong with the car later on. They were just how the car was made. Then I started having issues with one that nearly got me stranded when the engine started to over heat. I subscribed MBrace so I called them from the car but the connection was so bad I couldn't understand what they were saying so I called from my cell and had the car towed to my dealer. It was a faulty thermostat which was what I thought but while that was being fixed I did some research and found that this was a common problem due to poorly designed or spec'd out thermostat. When I got the car back I asked if they used the same thermostat or a newer version and all I got was a canned response saying they only use genuine Mercedes parts specified. That means it was the same old part that would only fail again. But the straw that broke the camel's back was when the car started running really rough. So I brought it in and they confirmed the roughness but for days couldn't figure out why. After a week they finally figured out it was bad engine mounts. It was so unusual for engine mounts for a car that new to go bad that they didn't even stock the parts so they had to order them from Germany. After all that I sold the car because if a long wearing item like engine mounts can go bad so quickly then what else is going to go bad? I fell prey to the flashy bits and sexy looks and I will never let that happen again. The car before that was an E-Class. It was recalled more times than I can remember and got rid of that after just 5 years.
Nissan370Z Glass which one is your daily
I just started Laughing out loud when i reached the 4:30 mark. That's because I had the same car for testing purposes a while back and I found the doors extremely infuriating to close. I too thought it was just my test car, but I see now that's a general problem.
Maybe they need to be adjusted after they leave the factory. It sounds like it
The Merc compact platform cars have extra seals for noise reduction so you have to close the doors harder. All 4 doors on the one we test drove had to be closed hard.
@@joshua9073 That's not Mercedes-level fit and finish if you know what I mean.
@@tyler951 Even so, this shouldn't happen on a Mercedes.
The doors on our GLB 250 are also frustratingly hard to close.
Why this guy doesn't have 1 million + subscribers is beyond me!
The music that went with the exterior montage.. sums it up .. sums up the whole SUV/CUV craze that isn’t going away unfortunately
I leased a GLB 2 days ago. However I saw this video afterwards. I was surprised how you captured some of my thoughts exactly and why I went with the GLB. I had spent the entire day at a dealership hub in Chantilly, VA sitting in luxury small to mid size SUVs, narrowed down to test drive a few. I would have lost a bet that I would drive away with this. After my test drive though I was hooked. Mine is mid range priced around $44,500. The dealer had lease deals on the loaner models, less than 5k miles, which pricing was about $200 less per month. Yes please!
6:55 '7 inches go a long way'
Yes, yes they do.
I wouldn't know anything about that.
@@cedrick305 Maybe Ammar could show you
Apocalypse487
Lol maybe
@@cedrick305 ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
10:21 might help
This Channel calms me down so quickly ist just a blessing these days. Thanks for taking the time.
I couldn't agree with that statement more. I unsubscribed from every other car channel but Savage Geese. Hate to say I hold off on considering anything until Mark and the gang get ahold of it. SG is the highest quality channel on cars on CZcams IMO.
Ive been begging for you to review this and waiting on your thoughts only before buying this. Thank you for finally reviewing it.
The Scion Xb graduated college and got a good salary.
I do not know how it is possible but i enjoy each review that you do . Even cars that i hate i watch it till last second and have feeling that i did not waste my time . Thank you and thanks to your parents sir
I convinced my 75 year old mom to buy this two months ago and she loves it I agree with the doors you have to slam the doors and my folks always have a door or two not fully closed and the column shifter is and feel very fragile like you can break it sooner or later something that’s touched a lot.
Totally agree based on first hand experience.
I really like the design of these. It stands out by being more boxy. The combination of the BRAND and all the minor things being fairly well executed will make this thing a success...
The nice thing about this car is that it's the type that you can take out for a spin, kick-back, relax and even the cock-blocker in front of you wont' even bother your drive. Thanks for another great review- it's a little different from what I've been watching so far, such as the Type R review that you did just a short while ago! This one relaxes you more when you watch it!
I like the way you described the audio system succinctly but sufficiently so that one could determine the quality or lack thereof rather than showing the usual collage of graphs that nearly no one knows how to read.
I really thought you were gonna rip this car a new one and here I am pleasantly surprised that it drives pretty well. I love it when you don't expect much from a car and it meets or exceeds expectations. It's so rare nowadays
I'm 40. I remember when I was a kid seeing the distant future prototypes of vehicles, with their screens across the dash (not even touchscreen!) and was in awe at how futuristic they looked! 😮
I’d rather watch a video review of a Poptart than watch reviews of another German car. But because of Savagegeese, I would watch anything. 🤗
What’s wrong with German cars
Nissan370Z Glass right on. I’ve had cars from plenty of diff places but never Germany for just those reasons.
@@chocolatewheelchair not just german cars.... french cars too
@Nissan370Z Glass says the 370z guy
Same Adnan same !
I have turned so many of my friends onto this channel. Your reviews just keep getting better and better. Cinematography is second to none. Would love to see a video from you guys on how you film and the equipment you use.
check out Tech Wednesdays
Watch the video, like the video, and leave an encouraging comment because you’re the hero we need but don’t deserve. Love your non-bullshit, straight to the point and detailed reviews mate. I recommend you to all my car peeps
I have the same
Model. I love it and your review is spot on. You didn’t miss a thing. All
Of the pros and cons are exactly my thoughts.
Hmmm, I own the exact same vehicle that was purchased brand new and I darn sure don’t have to close my doors that hard. The seats are comfortable and the infotainment system isn’t that difficult. I sure wouldn’t have chicken grease or anything else on my hands changing anything in any vehicle. Also, you can use your voice to change everything from radio stations to the temperature and then some.
Love this review because it shows enthusiasm for a seemingly 'boring' vehicle. I think Mercedes really hit a sweet spot with the GLB.
I have a loaner now, and the quality is not there, only pretty gimmicks, light the ambiance lighting to distract you from poor underpinnings. The ride quality is bad, the steering wheel manual, and it feels cheap. This is not a " real " Mercedes Benz.
@@Jaang29 had this as a loaner as well and i can agree with literally everything you said. the quality is horrendous for a mercedes, bad ride and definitely not a true mercedes. the worst part is the cheapest piece of plastic known to man on the interior of the B pillar.
One of the best reviews i saw about this car. Very detailed and very well articulated. Thank you!. Subbed to the channel.
This channel doesn’t get nearly as much love as it deserves. Another fantastic review as always, Mark
Mark doesn't have personality .He is sometimes too nitpicky showing flaws of vehicles. But I'm subscriber and I watch every review ,because it has best video production from all car reviewers on CZcams. I like his reviews of cars from the past.
@@charlesdr1981 You call it nitpicky, I call it a comprehensive review of everything buyers might not like. If you want dudes with personality yelling, doing gimmicky stuff, and glossing over most major details of the cars they review, you should check out The Straight Pipes - you might love them.
@@charlesdr1981 nitpicky is good because most people may overlook something a potential buyer may find important
@@austinwallick8744 I'm car fanatic so I watch straight pipes also.
I respect Mark don't get me wrong ,he is hard working,it's not easy too put quality content every week.
Maybe because I come from Europe ,but best car journalists for me are Henry Catchpole and Chris Harris .But I love American vehicles so I watch mostly American car reviews.For example I don't like Matt Watson from carwow, he know to be pretty biased .
I like what The Topher is doing with POV reviews,I like that.
Nigga's blowing up now tho.
... aaahhh!!! ... mmhhh... a refreshing car review... like the approach... not the cookie-cutter approach by all others... brief but centered on taste and driving experience... not engagimg in minfless and endless critiuiqing of any and every thing... well done.
Your channel is great, I can't wait till you reach 500k+ subscribers. Keep up the great work.
Simply glorious exterior tour music
Been driving a leased GLB 200d (FWD) for the last 5 months . HAd a few minor interiors issues when i first got it, but they were all solved by the dealer in no time . Other than that this is a great car . And a great "toy" and by toy i mean that it is a joy to own, to look at, to sit in . I opted for the 2wd because i hardly ever encounter snow where i live, and the consumption on average is around 18 to 20 km per liter . Cabin is super silent, yes i confirm seats are not perfect, a bit firm . But space is great inside, handling is nice and easy, gearbox makes sure the engine is always at it's best rpm . I have to say though that I am happy i leased it, because with all the technology that it has onboard , i would not like to be facing issues once the warranty will be over .
Another 2020 Mercedes GLB 250 Full Review Test Drive czcams.com/video/BDLsbAdyJ7I/video.html
Good point about the big door slams needed for them to shut. Most car people don’t like to slam doors, myself included.
i drove this car and i liked it way more than i thought i would it's sportier than you think but also comfortable and visibility is amazing
How Savagegeese can blend the music so easily with the cars that he reviews, but others car review channels don't??
And the way Mark and Jack reviews it's unique and with knowledge
I think Redline Reviews does
your production skill is growing. more and more of your videos are starting to look high end
i got a 2023 glb fully loaded for 40 grand. nothing beats this car in the compact suv category for 40k. period.
Awesome review. I missed these solo reviews of yours.
Yeah, I'm good without the sidekicks.
So nice of Maynard James Keenan to take time away from Tool to review our favorite cars. Great review!
I really loved the boxy design of the glk and i see this one as based on that. Didnt think i would say this, but I like it!
Yeah my wife instantly said this is more like the old GLK in style and she hated the GLK to GLC change
Yessss finaly someone made a Blackberry reference for the little touch thing on steering wheel.
We are about to order a 2021 for a 3 year lease. The screen died on the one we were scheduled to test at the dealer at 27 miles... so we had to drive a different one. There’s a TSB on those now. Mark had the sport seats, the standard ones are super comfortable.
Ours will be around 46K with FWD, Galaxy Blue with beige interior, black wood trim, garage door opener (280$$$), Pano roof, led ambient lights, 360 camera, heated and cooled seats, premium package, rear side airbags, bermester audio.
The screens are 7 inch if you don’t get the premium package lol. It is very spacious for the size, more interior space and cargo space than a GLC. I enjoy driving and was pleased with the driving characteristics. Looks really good in person and I prefer the look without AMG appearance package. Yay fog lights and even more boxy.
I love your videos! Amazing channel
Yes. This car is surprising everyone who drives it. All reviews have been very positive.
The new FWD platform does seem like a big improvement. The previous CLA and GLA were pretty crappy, so the new vehicles are going to seem like an upgrade. I wish I liked the exterior styling better. It seems stuck halfway between friendly puppy and snarling pit bull.
yayyy thanks for this glb review!!!! i know u did the 2020 corolla car already? but the new apex looks 😍 in that cement color and black roof and bronze details. i’m guessing it’s the same as xse? but with different muffler?
I’ll probably buy one this year because of this vid. Thank you.
Love the Italian circus music. It's like I'm watching a Fellini review.
Great review. Love to know more on the safety features
I drove a new a class with adaptive damper and was shocked at how well it rode in comfort. I'd almost compare the ride with an s class with airmatic minus the long wheelbase and it still handled great. Audi adaptive dampers on their smaller cars are kind of loud over bumps like they have blown shocks
So glad you reviewed this. I’m buying but I’m struggling with what. Xc60, highlander, xt4, q5, glb. My head is spinning. I don’t know what to get.
Good to see Mark warming up to SUVs.
Music makes you want to attend Oktoberfest get drunk on German beers and binge on bratwursts
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Hahahahaha spot on!
Great Review Mark - Great concise relevant insightful and balanced as always. Would love for you to get your hands on the new GLE - I haven't seen a competent review on the new GLE350/450 because everyone spends all their time making it bounce around with the 7K adjustable air ride function (which I think is only built for Dubai or Duluth). I think also that shortening the "In the Shoppe" segments is appropriate for these types of vehicles which are notably not built with driving enthusiasts in mind. And you're right - 7 inches does go along way. I agree with the comment below - I'd watch you review a toaster. I'd probably learn something:) Keep up the excellent channel - almost to 400K subscribers! Awesome!
Great review on a car I never would give a second thought to. Seems to be pretty good if you get it not optioned out.
I have the GLC which I love (super quite, luxury, excellent travel appliance), I’ll likely look closely at the GLB when upgrade time comes in a few years time.
I have had the GLB and GLC as loaners before. GLC is so much better PLEASE DO NOT SWITCH TO THE GLB. it is truly a downgrade
I really appreciate your review on car seats been too hard. I immediately scratch this car off my list. Isn't seat comfort just about the most important criterion for choosing a car?
I like the part where the owner (Once out of warranty) pulls into the dealership for the $149 oil change special and is told it will be "extra" to clear the 17-fault codes along with the ABS sensor and bad PCM/Suspension/battery draw diagnostic light.
Mercedes really hit a home run with this by offering a low price point and an optimal third row because it makes the Acura RDX and BMW X3 look a bit suboptimal and silly.
I was considering the RDX until I found the GLB.
@@fidelbanuelos9601 and are you glad you own a Mercedes now?
Thank you for the video!!
I currently have a 2012 Q5. We are a young family of 4. I’m really considering a GLB 250 4matic here in Canada. The options really drive up
The price. I hope Mercedes is willing to negotiate.
Liked for the COTA shirt. Love working events there
The goose is loose
Great review. Thanks.
The Best Car Review Channel
Cool review,love the glb im getting one!!
Glad to see a boxy suv/cuv.. Dislike that most suvs have sloped rear hatches and not not as usable. Great useable interior, drives well and more.. I had two e class wagons in a row and made the switch to this for daily.. Not trackdays lol
I am loving my new 2022 Patagonia Red GLB 250!
how are the seats ?
I’m new here, has savagegeese reviewed a q3? I enjoyed this in depth review. 👌🏼
quick question: If we switch off the start stop feature, will it affect the mpg values?
Oh, hey, an excellent review. What a surprise.
Car looks pretty cool, to be honest... not that I could ever put myself in a MB and not feel like a show-off.
That was a great review! Thanks-
I really like Mercedes , this is actually one I can afford 🧐
Great review! How would you rate this against the Acura RDX?
The bright ambient light is the last thing you want when you drive in the middle of the night, tired and trying to concentrate on the road ahead.
I wish cars came with "turn everything off" like Saabs used to as it makes driving at night stressing your eyes much less
*has a serious look watching video ready to hear your wisdom*
*music plays*....*immediate grin *
I'm ready
Should have praised them for the best part, which is the upright tailgate. The here and now trend is to cut into the cargo area with a coupe style roofline. Mercedes really deserves praise for buckin that trend, and opting for the much more practical option.
love the piano outro music!
I really like the fact that you can hear the turbski doing its thing. Thats a rarity for modern turbocharged cars. I dont recall hearing that induction sound in the GLC300 I had for a loaner, but that was RWD based so I assume its manifold/drivetrain layout related.
i had a glc300 and glb250 as loaners and my god the glc is miles ahead of this thing
If you don't get the ambient lighting package, are there any ambient lighting at all?
I'm a sucker for CUVs that are boxy and oriented toward storage and interior space rather than simply being a jacked up hatchback. If they make a GLB 35/45 AMG I might look in that direction.
I just had retina surgery after having owned one of these. I claimed a warranty issue and was denied. If I can't drive it after eating a bucket or two of chicken, it's a no go for me. We do have a monkey just for door closure and it really works well. Nicely done. And frankly, for 50k, I want super uncomfortable seats so I want to get out and hit the lazyboy .
I really love everything about this car. The cons aren't for me at least enough to deter me away. It has everything I want from a cuv as my next car. Except the price but to get everything you want... it's a debate.
Don’t buy it… I had one as a dealer loaner and the quality was horrendous and bad ride quality. definitely not a real merc
I have a Mercedes glb with adjustable damping. But I’m not sure how to use it as there is no button for it. Does anyone know how to use it?
Nice Circuit of the Americas tee! Austin represent.
Love the channel! Mark is great.
17 seconds into the review and all I see is yet another box on wheels. No style.
Anyway, that's the current state of affairs of the automotive world.
I mean what other shape on wheels has cargo practicality? 3 rows won’t fit in a Porsche
Hi, did you review a GLE 450 Prem Plus?
I just bought one it was either the GLB or the GLC the updated interior of the GLB sold me on it and its fun to drive.
Hi Savage.... what about this vs CX5? for a family guy?
LC Convertible need it now. I tore down a Covid research center to have a majority stake in SG. I need at least 27 vids on the LC
Beetles used to be so airtight, it was hard to close the door if all the windows were up. Is it possible......?
I’m so confused, the GLA/GLB and GLC pricing is pretty much on top of each other. Why not get a GLC over this other than the 3rd row option?
Thanks for the video. Would like to see REGAL TOURX review.
Great review as always, but for $58K, this car is about as exciting as a toaster, and even looks like one. And I drive a white Golf!
I could see a light AMG version, say a GLB35 being pretty fun and almost wagon like if dumped low enough from factory.
I like to hear about the advances in SUV etc segment though could never see myself driving one.
Well maybe the Susuki Vitara though with low sales / parts etc... price is good though for a car you don't have to waorry about getting dinged by shopping trolleys in the mall car park or clearance at deeper caysewats on the way to camping. Seats are comfortable, decdnt external visibility and bare bones enough for me to outlay my own DIY aftermarket interior mods.