Mercedes-Benz EQB X243 Crossover (2021)
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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% (not directly comparable across industries)
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% (not directly comparable across industries)
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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Specifications
| EQB 300 | EQB 350 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Capacity | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Cargo Capacity | 495 L / 17.5 cu-ft ~ 1710 L / 60.4 cu-ft | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Passengers | 5 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Payload | 480 kg / 1058 lbs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Chassis | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Brakes | Front | Ventilated discs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Brakes | Rear | Disc | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Offroad | Approach Angle | 18.5 deg | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Offroad | Breakover Angle | 13.7 deg | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Offroad | Departure Angle | 19.2 deg | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power Steering | Electric Steering | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Suspension | Front | MacPherson strut | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Suspension | Rear | Multi-link | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Tire Size | 235/55 R18, 253/50 R19, 235/45 R20 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Turning Circle | 11.7 m / 38.4 ft | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Construction | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Battery | Capacity | 79.8 kWh (gross) | 66.5 kWh (net) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Battery | Type | Lithium-ion | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Battery | Voltage | 420.0 V | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Body Style | 5-door battery-electric SUV | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Dimensions | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Ground Clearance | 154 mm / 6.1 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Height | 1667 mm / 65.6 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Length | 4684 mm / 184.4 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Size | Width | 1834 mm / 72.2 in | 2020 mm / 79.5 in (mirror unfolded) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Track Width | Front | 1585.0 mm / 62.4 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Track Width | Rear | 1584.0 mm / 62.4 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 2100.0 kg / 4629.7 lbs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wheel Size | 7.5J x 18, 7.5J x 19, 8.5J x 20 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wheelbase | 2829 mm / 111.4 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Performance | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h | 8.0 sec | 6.2 sec | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph | 7.6 sec | 5.9 sec | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Coefficient Of Drag | 0.28 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Electric Range | 395.0 km / 245.4 mi | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top Speed | 160.0 km/h / 99.4 mph | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Powertrain | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-engine (transverse), All-wheel drive | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Production | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Availability | 2021 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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3rd-Party Review Videos
External Reviews
autocar[1]
Reviewer score 55%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.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Comfortable to drive
- Excellent range
- Decent infotainment system
Cons
- Lack of practicality
- No third row seats
autoexpress[2]
Reviewer score 72%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.
Find the original article here.
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%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.
Find the original article here.
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]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/mercedes-benz/eqb/first-drives/mercedes-benz-eqb-350-4matic-2021-uk-review. 2021-12-03. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ New Mercedes EQB 2021 review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/mercedes/eqb/356558/new-mercedes-eqb-2021-review. 2021-12-01. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
- ^ Mercedes EQB review: a practical electric niche-buster. [carmagazine]. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/mercedes-benz/eqb-suv/. 2021-11-30. Retrieved 2022-08-22.
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