Mercs GLB180 vs GLB200

[TopGun]

If TS has stated upfront that 'face' is the major factor, then we would all have know better than to even bring up value for money.

On the flip side, I am sure many would have learnt a nugget of knowledge here and there from the discussion so all is not wasted.

 

[fulaien]

I will throw you a curveball: Maserati Grecale. It should meet all your requirements (just don't expect it to be as reliable as its Japanese rivals) except number of seats (it is a 5-seater SUV).

Maserati is too unreliable. For 5 seater I'm considering Macan or Cayenne

 

[spyder81]

That I don’t know. I don’t own a Volvo. Is based on what the counter girl say.

Probably older model.

 

[LoUsyGamER]

That is why people who ask without stating their priorities, will get all type of answers.

Maybe ts also don't know what he wants

 

[fulaien]

Wah this is quite sad…buy a car also need to see face value.

Yup, if I cannot afford a luxury car I will say the same thing to save my own pride.

Luxury items are here for a reason.

Same as why people want to stay in condo, landed and people staying in HDB criticise them. People eating cai peng also bash people who eat dtf.

Actually, unless you are wearing leaf and staying in a cave and a freegan life, we are all trapped in lifestyle inflation to various degree based on financial abilities.

I don't find anything sad about it as long as you live within your means . The only sad thing is when you become salty about others who can afford more than you.

If TS has stated upfront that 'face' is the major factor, then we would all have know better than to even bring up value for money.

On the flip side, I am sure many would have learnt a nugget of knowledge here and there from the discussion so all is not wasted.

It is very funny because I'm asking about an entry level car and people who bash me for buying a "cheap" luxury car.
When I disclose slightly about my current status, people start to bash me for buying a branded car for face.

My thread was never about whether to buy a glb versus other brands of 7-seater.
I'm really asking people who have experience and knowledge of AD and PI glb to share more. That's all.

 

[fulaien]

That is why people who ask without stating their priorities, will get all type of answers.

Maybe ts also don't know what he wants

Pls see my first post.

I was very clear asking about the difference between AD and PI glb.
I specifically say people who have experience with either can share.

Then all the jokers come in say what GLB is not real mercs, what must buy at least C, E, S, Maybach for Mercedes, etc. Got one guy even boosted how he drive 160kmh in bke and talked about performance vehicle when it is irrelevant to my thread.

In the first place I don't need their advice and neither do I think they drive any of those mercedes before.

As people ask more and I revealed my current car and status, people start to bash me buying glb for face lol.

So I must buy a korean car or skoda because it is better "value"? Or to be down to earth and make edmwers happy?

I find it more amusing than annoyed actually.

Same for you. You didn't read my first post and just bash.

 

[TopGun]

Yup, if I cannot afford a luxury car I will say the same thing to save my own pride.

Luxury items are here for a reason.

Same as why people want to stay in condo, landed and people staying in HDB criticise them. People eating cai peng also bash people who eat dtf.

Actually, unless you are wearing leaf and staying in a cave and a freegan life, we are all trapped in lifestyle inflation to various degree based on financial abilities.

I don't find anything sad about it as long as you live within your means . The only sad thing is when you become salty about others who can afford more than you.



It is very funny because I'm asking about an entry level car and people who bash me for buying a "cheap" luxury car.
When I disclose slightly about my current status, people start to bash me for buying a branded car for face.

My thread was never about whether to buy a glb versus other brands of 7-seater.
I'm really asking people who have experience and knowledge of AD and PI glb to share more. That's all.

There are two key pieces of information here.

1. Entry level Merc models do have their shortcomings, and one can get find better value in other makes.
2. However you put it, your status dictate your choice of make, so 'face' is a legit concern here.

This being a forum, you can expect people to come in with their view and if you had (not that you required to) shared these details, the discussion would probably be more focused.

 

[fulaien]

Wa TS is 20k per month earner ah

I better don't reveal too much later people become more angry.

I can only say it's funny people try to educate me that glb is not true mercedes and what is "true mercedes", because I can well afford those "true mercedes" mentioned, just that I need a different vehicle to fit my family needs.

And no, I don't need to buy a kimchi car.or skoda or huge alphard just because anonymous strangers who might not even own a car think they are of better value than glb.

I decide what I want based on my needs and I'm not even looking for advice on alternative vehicles in the first place.

Actually there were many who gave good advice on the difference between AD and PI glb and I appreciate their kind sharing.

 

[fulaien]

There are two key pieces of information here.

1. Entry level Merc models do have their shortcomings, and one can get find better value in other makes.
2. However you put it, your status dictate your choice of make, so 'face' is a legit concern here.

This being a forum, you can expect people to come in with their view and if you had (not that you required to) shared these details, the discussion would probably be more focused.

1. So the shortcomings is that I need to buy a "real mercedes ie. C, E, S, maybach" because A and B are cheap and poser??

Got people say it is slow. I know. I don't need a fast car.

Got people say it is small. I know it is a 5+2.

What other shortcomings to share? Why do people get angry at others buying entry level luxury vehicles? I still don't understand except that they form certain negative opinions about consumers of such goods (ie. Poor and cannot afford "true luxury" thus is a poser).

Sharing my status probably turn most of these comments away.

2. None of other makes have the same offering. I already said compact 7 seater suv. What alphard, noah, odessey are mpv which i already stated i don't like the outlook. I will not buy skoda kodiaq because I am unfamiliar with the brand and it is also quite expensive. I look at the reviews of kodiaq and palisade and agree they are great vehicles, just that they don't fit my needs.

I'm happy for people to share their views, especially when they are constructive. When they are not, I will logically put their comments in their place, as you would have seen.

 

[fulaien]

GLB200 smoother acceleration and pick up.
GLB180 sluggish, the pick up from 0kmh is quite a drag.

For a more comfortable driving exp, i'd say go for GLB200.

I've driven the older GLB180 and currently GLB200.

Great to have someone who actually driven both to comment.

Noted that glb200 has better acceleration, thanks.

 

[Maaasa]

So much jams, traffic light camera armed with speed trap.
Bumper to bumper traffic.

Normal road max 60, 70kmh.
Expressway max 110, 120kmh.

There is really not much use for a performance vehicle.

normal road 100kmh
expressway easily 160kmh.

 

[Kunkka]

Get the kia ev5 or ev9

 

[Acetone]

TS, this is edmw; where majority of the commenters take mrt and bus, if you notice, it always happens to all car threads. It always devolves to some stupid argument about affordability or “badge” / SES.

Don’t stress it…

 

[fulaien]

EV are for saving petrol money.
did you consider that GLB200 may use more petrol due to the higher engine displacement?

You could save $100-$200 a month on petrol expense if you go for an EV SUV.

Yes thanks for this.

I did calculated.

200 x 12months x 10 years = 24k.

EQB will be my other real alternative.

EQB vs GLB is about 40k difference.

So GLB still more worth it.

I can technically install solar panels in my house for about 20k and get free electricity and save abit more.
Maybe next time when EVs become more reasonably priced.

 

[fulaien]

Get the kia ev5 or ev9

I don't think we have EV5?

EV9 very expensive.

Both great cars.

 

[eeLoyH]

Pls see my first post.

I was very clear asking about the difference between AD and PI glb.
I specifically say people who have experience with either can share.

Then all the jokers come in say what GLB is not real mercs, what must buy at least C, E, S, Maybach for Mercedes, etc. Got one guy even boosted how he drive 160kmh in bke and talked about performance vehicle when it is irrelevant to my thread.

In the first place I don't need their advice and neither do I think they drive any of those mercedes before.

As people ask more and I revealed my current car and status, people start to bash me buying glb for face lol.

So I must buy a korean car or skoda because it is better "value"? Or to be down to earth and make edmwers happy?

I find it more amusing than annoyed actually.

Same for you. You didn't read my first post and just bash.

I prefer not to get a PI model because

1) it’s harder to sell;
2) maintenance wise it’s not by C&C and doesn’t have the same type of diagnostics affecting 1)
3) if you’re coming from a Lexus the second hand maintenance for merc will be more expensive after the 4th year so be prepared for it
4) glb isn’t that popular so the parts not necessary easier to find

I suggest going with a C&C model but definitely amg line is only Pi you can’t get that in c&c

 

[sglandscape]

Yes thanks for this.

I did calculated.

200 x 12months x 10 years = 24k.

EQB will be my other real alternative.

EQB vs GLB is about 40k difference.

So GLB still more worth it.

I can technically install solar panels in my house for about 20k and get free electricity and save abit more.
Maybe next time when EVs become more reasonably priced.

If you're in landed the EQB likely makes the most sense, though be prepared to drive it for 10 years since resale of EV for now seems bad. Better to assume it won't approve because most people can't charge at home.

GLB is for those who want the Merc brand only.

 

[TopGun]

1. So the shortcomings is that I need to buy a "real mercedes ie. C, E, S, maybach" because A and B are cheap and poser??

Got people say it is slow. I know. I don't need a fast car.

Got people say it is small. I know it is a 5+2.

What other shortcomings to share? Why do people get angry at others buying entry level luxury vehicles? I still don't understand except that they form certain negative opinions about consumers of such goods (ie. Poor and cannot afford "true luxury" thus is a poser).

Sharing my status probably turn most of these comments away.

2. None of other makes have the same offering. I already said compact 7 seater suv. What alphard, noah, odessey are mpv which i already stated i don't like the outlook. I will not buy skoda kodiaq because I am unfamiliar with the brand and it is also quite expensive. I look at the reviews of kodiaq and palisade and agree they are great vehicles, just that they don't fit my needs.

I'm happy for people to share their views, especially when they are constructive. When they are not, I will logically put their comments in their place, as you would have seen.

There's the general sentiments that the A and B series are meant to capture a particular market segment and that strategy by Merc meant that A and B series come with certain compromises. Right or wrong, that's what some people think. Whether those opinion matters to you or not, it's for you to decide.

Slow in this context refers to the drive. Most cars can reach >110km/h. It's just how long and how hard. You don't need a fast car but a car with slow pick up can be quite annoying to drive. Again, that depends on the individual. If that does not bother you, good and well.

You will probably not buy a Kodiaq because of the badge, and not the price, and I think a resale Kodiaq (the 2L variant) is still priced lower than a GLB180. I could be wrong here.

PS. I think it's perfectly fine to state that you are only looking at these makes Audi/BMW/Merc given your job/profession or simply just your 'wants'.

 

[fulaien]

TS, this is edmw; where majority of the commenters take mrt and bus, if you notice, it always happens to all car threads. It always devolves to some stupid argument about affordability or “badge” / SES.

Don’t stress it…

Haha I know.

Especially those who talk about "performance car" and "true luxury car" without actually reading my 1st post.

A few jokers like ceecookie and emperor_hippo left after i put them in their place.

Dont worry bro, I find it more amusing than annoyed.

 

[fulaien]

If you're in landed the EQB likely makes the most sense, though be prepared to drive it for 10 years since resale of EV for now seems bad. Better to assume it won't approve because most people can't charge at home.

GLB is for those who want the Merc brand only.

I prefer the looks of glb over eqb though.
It's quite a personal subjective thing.
And I don't think sg is fully ready for EV yet. I'm still waiting to make sure it is safe (no reports of battery fire, etc)