Mercedes-Benz GLB vs Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line
Should you buy Mercedes-Benz GLB or Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Mercedes-Benz GLB price starts at Rs 64.80 Lakh ex-showroom for 200 Progressive Line (Petrol) and Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line price starts Rs 49 Lakh ex-showroom for 2.0L TSI (Petrol). GLB has 1998 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Tiguan R-Line has 1984 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the GLB has a mileage of 18 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Tiguan R-Line has a mileage of 12.58 kmpl (Petrol top model).
GLB Vs Tiguan R-Line
| Key Highlights | Mercedes-Benz GLB | Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.74,44,034* | Rs.56,57,064* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1332 | 1984 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Mercedes-Benz GLB vs Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line comparison
Mercedes-Benz GLB- 220d 4Matic (Diesel) 71.80 Lakh*
- Top Selling220d Progressive Line (Diesel) 68.70 Lakh*
- 200 Progressive Line (Petrol) 64.80 Lakh*
Rs64.80 Lakh *VS
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line- 2.0L TSI (Petrol) 49 Lakh*
Rs49 Lakh *VS- ×Ad
Range Rover Velar- Dynamic HSE Diesel (Diesel) 87.90 Lakh*
- Top SellingDynamic HSE (Petrol) 87.90 Lakh*
Rs87.90 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.74,44,034* | Rs.56,57,064* | Rs.1,01,25,086* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,41,697/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.1,07,670/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.1,92,709/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.2,51,234 | Rs.2,18,175 | Rs.3,68,186 |
| User Rating | Based on 53 Reviews | Based on 1 Review | Based on 112 Reviews |
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Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines ✕ | M282 | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged | TD4 Engine |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 1332 | 1984 | 1997 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. ✕ | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better. ✕ | 160.92bhp@5500rpm | 201bhp@4500 - 6000rpm | 246.74bhp@5500rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage City (kmpl) | - | - | 9.2 |
| Mileage Highway (kmpl) | - | - | 13.1 |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 9.7 | 12.58 | - |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. ✕ | - | MacPherson Strut suspension | - |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. ✕ | - | Multi-link suspension | - |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | - | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. ✕ | - | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4634 | 4539 | 4797 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors ✕ | 2020 | 1859 | 2147 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces ✕ | 1697 | 1656 | 1678 |
| Ground Clearance Laden (mm) The laden ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when it is fully loaded. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | - | - | 156 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Power Boot An automated system that opens and closes the car's boot lid or trunk with the press of a button or remote control. Makes accessing the boot easier. ✕ | Yes | - | - |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | 2 Zone | 3 Zone | Yes |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Multi Tripmeter Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed. ✕ | Yes | - | - |
| Leather Seats | Yes | - | - |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Patagonia Red Metallic Mountain Grey Polar White Denim Blue Cosmos Black GLB Colours | Nightshade Blue Metallic Persimmon Red Metallic Oryx White Mother Of Pearl Effect Grenadilla Black Metallic Oyster Silver Metallic +1 MoreTiguan R-Line Colours | Cyan Varesine Blue Santorini Black Fuji White Zadar Grey Range Rover Velar Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | - | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Yes | - |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | - | Yes | - |
| Lane Keep Assist | - | Yes | - |
| Driver Attention Warning | - | Yes | - |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | - | Yes | - |
| Inbuilt Assistant | - | Yes | - |
| Hinglish Voice Commands | - | Yes | - |
| Navigation With Live Traffic | - | Yes | - |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | - | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes | - |
| USB And Auxiliary Input A USB port for connecting external devices, like smartphones or MP3 players, to the car's audio system using a cable. Lets you play audio from your device through car speakers.✕ | Yes | - | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Mercedes-Benz GLB
- Looks butch and muscular
- An allrounder in the truest sense
- Available with petrol, diesel and an electric drivetrain
- Feels luxurious
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line
- R-Line seats give you a good driving position and are comfortable and supportive. Massage function is good.
- Spacious and practical with plenty of room, lots of cubby holes and charging options. Dual wireless charging up front is a great feature.
- Tech is impressive with a 15-inch touch screen and digital drivers dash and HUD too.
- Powerful turbo petrol is engaging and suspension set up gives you the best of both words - comfortable and sporty when you want it to be.
Mercedes-Benz GLB
- 3rd row space is not enough for adults.
- Priced at a premium as it is a full import.
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line
- Features set has some misses like keyless entry, powered and ventilated front seats.
- Fuel efficiency of the large turbo-petrol engine in traffic and when driven with a heavy right foot can drop.
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car is cheaper between Mercedes-Benz GLB and Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line?
A ) Mercedes-Benz GLB price starts at ₹ 64.80 Lakh & Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line price starts at ₹ 49 Lakh in New Delhi. Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line is cheaper between these two cars.
Q ) Which car has good mileage Mercedes-Benz GLB and Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line?
A ) The mileage of GLB is 9.7 kmpl & the mileage of Tiguan R-Line is 12.58 kmpl. Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line gives better mileage than Mercedes-Benz GLB.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi