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Jaecoo E5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLB
Selected trimPureChange trim248 mi · 61 kWh · £27,505
Selected trim250+ Electric380 mi · 85 kWh · £46,100
At a glance
In this comparison, Jaecoo E5 leads on running costs and city driving, while the Mercedes-Benz GLB leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Jaecoo E5 if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLB if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mercedes-Benz GLB leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueMercedes-Benz
Jaecoo
5.2
Mercedes-Benz
7
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
Jaecoo
4.5
Mercedes-Benz
6.3
FamilyMercedes-Benz
Jaecoo
3.4
Mercedes-Benz
8.7
ChargingMercedes-Benz
Jaecoo
3.4
Mercedes-Benz
9.1
Cost Per MileJaecoo
Jaecoo
5.2
Mercedes-Benz
3.5
City DrivingJaecoo
Jaecoo
6.6
Mercedes-Benz
4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Mercedes-Benz GLB
250+ Electric
- 132 miles more WLTP range
- 60 litres more boot space
- 240 kW faster rapid charging
- 48 kW more power
- 2 more seats
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Mercedes-Benz GLB250+ Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,505 (better) | £46,100 |
| Official range | 248 miles | 380 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 480 L | 540 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min | 20 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.7 sec | 7.4 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Jaecoo E5
Mercedes-Benz GLB
Length
Jaecoo E54,380mm-352mm
Mercedes-Benz GLB4,732mm
Width
Jaecoo E51,862mm
Mercedes-Benz GLB1,861mm-1mm
Height
Jaecoo E51,680mm-7mm
Mercedes-Benz GLB1,687mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Mercedes-Benz GLB250+ Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,732 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,862 mm | 1,861 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,029 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,687 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 538 mm spare | 539 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Mercedes-Benz GLB250+ Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 480 L | 540 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1180 L | Not available |
| Frunk | Not available | 127 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 1,500 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Jaecoo E5
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Mercedes-Benz GLB
- A 127 L frunk, one of 4 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 127 L or more.
- 380 mile WLTP range, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 320 kW, faster than 90% of SUVs in our catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Jaecoo E5 Pure |  Mercedes-Benz GLB 250+ Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.38m | 4.73m+352mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.86m-1mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.03m |
| Height | 1.68m | 1.69m+7mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.63m | 2.89m+258mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 480L | 540L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1180L | Not available |
| Frunk | Not available | 127L |
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 11.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,840kg (better) | 2,270kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,500kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh | 85kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 248 mi | 380 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 80kW | 320kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,505 (better) | £46,100 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
* Jaecoo E5: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Mercedes-Benz GLB250+ Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 248 miles | 380 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 207 miles | 268 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min | 20 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 80 kW | 320 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 22 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 164 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 58.9 kWh | 85 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Mercedes-Benz GLB250+ Electric |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.7 sec | 7.4 sec (better) |
| Power | 152 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 335 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Jaecoo E5
Pure
Mercedes-Benz GLB
250+ Electric
Watch the reviews
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Jaecoo E5
All 3 videos
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Jaecoo E5 Pure
Jaecoo E5 Pure
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Euro NCAP - Mercedes-Benz GLB 250+ Electric
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant88%
Vulnerable Road Users78%
Safety Assist74%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Mercedes-Benz GLB250+ Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Jaecoo E5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Mercedes-Benz GLB
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Jaecoo E5
- £26,9492026Car360View
- £26,2992026Car360View
- £21,3992026Car360View
Mercedes-Benz GLB
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLB worth the extra £18,595 over the Jaecoo E5?
The Mercedes-Benz GLB costs £18,595 more than the Jaecoo E5. For that premium it adds 132 miles more WLTP range, 240 kW faster peak rapid charging and 60 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Mercedes-Benz GLB comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Jaecoo E5 or the Mercedes-Benz GLB?
The Jaecoo E5 is £18,595 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Jaecoo E5 comes out roughly £18,635 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Jaecoo E5 and Mercedes-Benz GLB like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 207 miles for the Jaecoo E5 and 268 miles for the Mercedes-Benz GLB - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mercedes-Benz GLB goes roughly 62 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 20-27 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Jaecoo E5 or the Mercedes-Benz GLB?
The two are within 1 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 539 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz GLB and about 538 mm of total clearance for the Jaecoo E5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Jaecoo E5 or the Mercedes-Benz GLB?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Jaecoo E5 and 84% for the Mercedes-Benz GLB. That gives the Jaecoo E5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Jaecoo E5's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Mercedes-Benz GLB's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
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