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Jeep Compass vs Mercedes-Benz GLB
Selected trimAltitudeChange trim285 mi · 74 kWh · £36,999
Selected trim250+ Electric380 mi · 85 kWh · £46,100
At a glance
In this comparison, Jeep Compass counters with the lowest price, while the Mercedes-Benz GLB leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLB if...
- 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
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mercedes-Benz GLB leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Jeep
6.6
Mercedes-Benz
7
Too close to call
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
Jeep
2.2
Mercedes-Benz
6.3
FamilyMercedes-Benz
Jeep
7.1
Mercedes-Benz
8.7
ChargingMercedes-Benz
Jeep
4.3
Mercedes-Benz
9.1
Cost Per MileMercedes-Benz
Jeep
1.3
Mercedes-Benz
3.5
City Driving
Jeep
4.1
Mercedes-Benz
4
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Mercedes-Benz GLB
250+ Electric
- 94 miles more WLTP range
- 160 kW faster rapid charging
- 15 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 45 kW more power
- 25 Wh/km more efficient
- 2 more seats
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | Mercedes-Benz GLB250+ Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,999 (better) | £46,100 |
| Official range | 285 miles | 380 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 550 L (better) | 540 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 35 min | 20 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 7.4 sec |
Size Comparison
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Length
Jeep Compass4,550mm-182mm
Mercedes-Benz GLB4,732mm
Width
Jeep Compass1,900mm
Mercedes-Benz GLB1,861mm-39mm
Height
Jeep Compass1,700mm
Mercedes-Benz GLB1,687mm-13mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | Mercedes-Benz GLB250+ Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,550 mm | 4,732 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,900 mm | 1,861 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,029 mm |
| Height | 1,700 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. | 500 mm spare | 539 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | Mercedes-Benz GLB250+ Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 550 L (better) | 540 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 127 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,500 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Jeep Compass
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 |  Jeep Compass Altitude |  Mercedes-Benz GLB 250+ Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.55m | 4.73m+182mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.86m-39mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.03m |
| Height | 1.70m | 1.69m-13mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.80m | 2.89m+88mm |
| Ground Clearance | 200mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 550L (better) | 540L |
| Frunk | Not available | 127L |
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 11.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,115kg (better) | 2,270kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 74kWh | 85kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 285 mi | 380 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW | 320kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,999 (better) | £46,100 |
| Price after EV grant | £35,499 (-£1,500) | £46,100 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | Mercedes-Benz GLB250+ Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 285 miles | 380 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 193 miles | 268 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 35 min | 20 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW | 320 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 22 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 189 Wh/km | 164 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 74 kWh | 85 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 800V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Jeep CompassAltitude | Mercedes-Benz GLB250+ Electric |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 7.4 sec |
| Power | 155 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 345 Nm (better) | 335 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Jeep Compass
Altitude
Mercedes-Benz GLB
250+ Electric
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Jeep Compass
All 3 videos
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Jeep Compass Altitude
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist66%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
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)
Buying options
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Jeep Compass
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Mercedes-Benz GLB
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLB worth the extra £9,101 over the Jeep Compass?
The Mercedes-Benz GLB costs £9,101 more than the Jeep Compass. For that premium it adds 94 miles more WLTP range, 160 kW faster peak rapid charging and 45 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Mercedes-Benz GLB comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Jeep Compass or the Mercedes-Benz GLB?
The Jeep Compass is £9,101 cheaper to buy. The Mercedes-Benz GLB is cheaper to charge, roughly £176 a year versus £208 for the Jeep Compass, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Jeep Compass comes out roughly £8,941 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Jeep Compass and Mercedes-Benz GLB like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 193 miles for the Jeep Compass 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 76 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 35 minutes in the Jeep Compass and 20 in the Mercedes-Benz GLB, so the Mercedes-Benz GLB loses less time at each stop. That makes the Mercedes-Benz GLB the stronger long-distance car.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Jeep Compass or the Mercedes-Benz GLB?
The Mercedes-Benz GLB is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 39 mm narrower than the Jeep Compass. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 539 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz GLB and about 500 mm of total clearance for the Jeep Compass.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Jeep Compass or the Mercedes-Benz GLB?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Jeep Compass and 84% for the Mercedes-Benz GLB. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .