Mercedes-Benz GLB vs Omoda 9

The Mercedes-Benz GLB starts from $63,900 before on-road costs, while the Omoda 9 opens at $61,990. That makes the Omoda 9 the more affordable entry point by $1,910.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $70,290 and $68,189 respectively.

The Omoda 9 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Mercedes-Benz GLB, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Omoda 9 by roughly $9,035 in fuel alone.

Both the Mercedes-Benz GLB and Omoda 9 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 92% for the Mercedes-Benz GLB and 90% for the Omoda 9.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Omoda 9 packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Mercedes-Benz GLB.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Mercedes-Benz GLB and 8 in the Omoda 9. The Omoda 9 adds a 360-degree camera that the Mercedes-Benz GLB misses.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Mercedes-Benz GLB features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Omoda 9 gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Omoda 9 counters with head-up display, panoramic roof, ventilated seats and Sony audio that the Mercedes-Benz GLB does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Mercedes-Benz GLB gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Omoda 9 offers leather.

The Mercedes-Benz GLB uses a Petrol producing 120kW and 270Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.4 seconds.

The Omoda 9 responds with a Plug-in Hybrid making 395kW and 215Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 4.9 seconds.

The Omoda 9 has the clear power advantage at 395kW vs 120kW. In the real-world sprint, the Omoda 9 is 4.5s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Mercedes-Benz GLB measures 4,634mm long on a 2,829mm wheelbase, 141mm shorter than the Omoda 9 at 4,775mm (2,800mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mercedes-Benz GLB generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 570L in the Mercedes-Benz GLB and 660L in the Omoda 9, giving the Omoda 9 a 90L advantage. The Mercedes-Benz GLB seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Mercedes-Benz GLB leads with a 1,600kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 100kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,138/year for the Mercedes-Benz GLB and $331/year for the Omoda 9. That is a $1,807 annual difference in favour of the Omoda 9.

Estimated annual total: $2,138 (Mercedes-Benz GLB) vs $331 (Omoda 9). The Omoda 9 saves you roughly $1,807 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Mercedes-Benz GLB) vs 8 years / 999,999km (Omoda 9). The Omoda 9 has longer coverage.