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Mercedes-Benz EQB X243

Compact Crossover

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Mercedes-Benz EQB-Class X243 is a compact battery-electric crossover in production from 2021. It is powered by one or two electric motors aided by a battery capacity of 80kWh.

Essentially a BEV variant of the X247 GLB, the X243 is not optimized for EV duty.

Mercedes-Benz has made a good effort in aerodynamics, with a decent 0.28 coefficient of drag to show for it. Drivers who appreciate handling should keep in mind that the Mercedes-Benz EQB uses MacPherson front suspension, which doesn't provide the best cornering performance.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 36%

Pros

Good 0.28 drag coefficient

Cons

Bland styling
Can't even reach 200km/h
Stuck with MacPherson struts in the front

What external reviewers found

External score 66%

Pros

Excellent range
Excellent handling
Decent infotainment system
Sleek design

Cons

Lack of practicality
No seven-seater option
Expensive for what you get
No third row seats
Alternatives are more fun to drive

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	EQB 300	EQB 350

External Reviews

autocar^[1]

Reviewer score 55% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from autocar have found:

Top-end EQB 350 4Matic version is 288bhp and 383lb ft. Can hit 62mph in 6.0sec, but its range is rated at only 257 miles. Charging capacity is 100kW, whereas rivals now offer closer to 150kW. Interior is mostly plush and comfortable, if a little chintzy.

Pros

Comfortable to drive
Excellent range
Decent infotainment system

Cons

Lack of practicality
No third row seats

autoexpress^[2]

Reviewer score 72% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from autoexpress have found:

Both get an identical 370Nm of torque, meaning each feels alert and punchy from a standstill. 0-62mph takes 7.7 seconds in the 300, cut to six seconds dead in the more powerful model. Overtaking is no trouble in either car, with instant acceleration right up to motorway speeds. Handling is best described as safe and secure rather than particularly fun or engaging.

Pros

Sleek design
Excellent handling
Decent infotainment system

Cons

Expensive for what you get
Alternatives are more fun to drive

carmagazine^[3]

Reviewer score 73% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from carmagazine have found:

There will be two variants from launch – the 300 and the 350, producing 225bhp and 288bhp respectively. A single-motor option will arrive later, providing less performance but a longer range. The EQB 350 we drove will do 0-62mph in 6.2 seconds, and though top speed is limited to just 99mph it’s very comfortable accelerating up to and holding motorway speeds.

Pros

Comfortable to drive
Good range
Comfortable third-row seats

Cons

No seven-seater option

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References

^ Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4Matic 2021 UK review. [autocar].
^ New Mercedes EQB 2021 review. [autoexpress].
^ Mercedes EQB review: a practical electric niche-buster. [carmagazine].

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autocar^[1]

autoexpress^[2]

carmagazine^[3]