Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has introduced the introduction of the Mercedes-Benz GLB facelift within the nation, with the up to date seven-seat SUV – which made its world debut in March final yr – arriving right here in two variant kinds, the GLB 200 Progressive Line and GLB 250 4Matic AMG Line.
The refreshed X247 will get minor styling revisions and and new equipment, with the outside modifications led by a redesigned entrance bumper and a brand new entrance apron with a geometry design in addition to new LED Excessive Efficiency headlamps with Adaptive Highbeam Help. The GLB 200 additionally sports activities a brand new radiator grille that includes 4 horizontal louvres, whereas the unit on the GLB 250 retains the chrome pin and single louvre presentation seen beforehand, however with a restyled louvre.
Except for new rear gentle graphics, each variants additionally get a Evening Package deal, which finishes numerous trim components in high-gloss black, together with that of the trim parts on the entrance and rear apron, the roof rail, aspect mirror covers, the belt line/window line strip and simulated underguard on the entrance and rear of the automobile. The GLB 250 provides on an AMG entrance apron with entrance splitter and an AMG rear apron, with its seen tailpipe trim completed in high-gloss black.
As for wheels, the facelifted GLB 200 is fitted with 18-inch five-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels, whereas the GLB 250 is provided with 19-inch AMG five-twin-spoke light-alloy models. A brand new Spectral Blue Metallic shade has additionally been added to the color palette accessible for the SUV.
Inside, the cabin presentation stays largely the identical, with the inside upgrades being somewhat delicate. There’s a brand new multi-function sports activities steering wheel, which is upholstered in leather-based on the GLB 200 and Nappa leather-based on the GLB 250, and the GLB now comes with a further USB-C port and elevated USB charging energy,
The twin 10.25-inch digital show screens have been retained, however the Mercedes-Benz Person Expertise (MBUX) has been upgraded to the most recent NTG7 gen, gaining new show themes, wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a extra succesful Clever Voice Assistant, amongst others issues.
Elsewhere, the consolation seats on the SUV are upholstered in Artico man-made leather-based on the GLB 200 and Artico/Microcut microfibre on the GLB 250, and as for trim, the GLB 200 comes with a Star-pattern trim whereas the GLB 250 has a Star Sample backlit trim which interacts with the ambient lighting.
When it comes to operating gear, the GLB 200 continues on with the 1.33 litre turbocharged four-cylinder seen beforehand, with a slight revision in torque numbers. Energy output from the M282 stays at 163 PS (161 hp) at 5,500 rpm, however the torque has been bumped to 270 Nm from 2,000 to three,500 rpm, up from the 250 Nm from 1,620 to 4,000 rpm on the pre-facelift. Paired with a 7G-DCT seven-speed moist dual-clutch transmission, the GLB 200 does the 0-100 km/h in 9.3 seconds and will get to a 207 km/h prime pace.
Likewise, the M260 2.0 litre turbo-four on the GLB 250, which retains its 224 PS (221 hp) at 5,500 rpm and 350 Nm from 2,000 to 4,000 rpm output figures. The mill does add on a second-generation 48-volt gentle hybrid system with a belt-driven starter generator, which affords 14 PS (13 hp or 10 kW) of additional push beneath arduous acceleration and likewise permits smoother operation of the engine’s start-stop system and gliding mode capabilities.
Along with an 8G-DCT eight-speed dual-clutch transmission and the model’s 4Matic all-wheel drive system, the GLB 250 manages the 0-100 km/h dash in 7.0 seconds on the best way to a 236 km/h prime whack. Security and driving help equipment accessible for the BGLB embody Blind Spot Help, Exit Warning Help, Energetic Brake Help a and Parking Package deal with reverse digicam.
Lastly, costs. The Mercedes-Benz GLB 200 Progressive Line facelift is priced at RM290,888, whereas the GLB 250 4Matic AMG Line goes for RM341,888, each on-the-road with out insurance coverage, making them each RM9,000 greater than the pre-facelift when SST was reintroduced (RM281,888 for the GLB 200, RM332,888 for the GLB 250).
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