Overview
Mercedes-Benz, simply known as Mercedes, is a leading global luxury automative manufacturer based in Germany. The company is headquartered in Stuttgart and is famed for its high quality passenger vehicles, to include the Mercedes-Maybach.
However, the company is also a leader in manufacturing commercial vehicles, to include the Mercedes eSprinter commercial EV and the Mercedes eVito electric van.
Mercedes-Benz EQ is the sub-brand used by the company for its portfolio of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) and mild hybrids. The pure electric cars are branded as EQ, while the PHEVs are branded as EQ Power. The mild hybrid vehicles are branded as EQ Boost. The BEV portfolio includes:
- The all-electric EQC SUV
- The all-electric EQV MPV
- The all-electric EQA SUV
- The all-electric EQS saloon
- The all-electric EQB SUV
- The all-electric EQE SUV
- The all-electric EQE saloon
- The all-electric EQS SUV
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The All-Electric Mercedes-Benz EQB SUV
The all-electric Mercedes-Benz EQB SUV is part of the Mercedes-Benz EQ electric mobility family. The EQB is unique, in that, it is a zero-emission electric SUV with up to 7 seats. So far, the options for a seven-seat pure electric SUV have been limited, in particular, in the premium SUV category.
Moreover, the Mercedes EQB is priced at a more affordable price point compared to alternate premium electric SUVs, like the Tesla Model X. For the UK market, the EQB is only available in the seven-seat option, while for the European market, a five-seat option is also available.
The EV is available in one EV battery size option (66.5 kWh), with a WLTP emission-free electric range up to 253 miles. The onboard EV battery is neither small nor large. It is really a mid-range battery size, appropriate for city and motorway use.
Though a 253 miles zero-emission range will meet most needs, we have now come to expect electric vehicles with an e-range closer to 300 miles, if not higher. Expect the real-world range to be closer to 225 miles, depending on the driving style, road conditions, weather, passenger load, regenerative braking profile etc. In any case, a 225 miles EV range is practical for most day-to-day city and motorway driving needs.
The electric EQB offers DC charging up to 100 kW DC. Not the fastest DC charging speed, nor the slowest. Again, a mid-range charging speed, appropriate, given the size of the onboard EV battery, The pure electric SUV can be charged up to 80% in 32 minutes. Perfect amount of time for a coffee and a brief motorway break!
The manufacturer also offers a 3-phase 11 kW AC onboard charger as standard. However, as most homes in the UK are limited to single-phase power supply, taking advantage of the 11 kW charging speed will only be for those with access to 3-phase EV charging at home, workplace or a public charging station.
Using a dedicated three-phase (11 kW) EV charger, the EQB electric car can be fully charged in 5 hours and 45 minutes. Single-phase charging will take longer (9 hours and 15 minutes). We at e-zoomed recommend charging overnight at home, when the electricity tariff rates are cheaper. We discourage the use of a 3-PIN domestic plug for charging an electric car.
The pure electric SUV is only available as an all-wheel drive (AWD), to include the EQB 300 4MATIC and the EQB 350 4MATIC variants. A more affordable front-wheel drive variant will certainly be most welcome! The EQB 300 4MATIC can achieve 0-62 mph in 7.7 seconds (max power: 228 hp/ torque: 370 Nm). The EQB 350 4MATIC can achieve 0-62 mph in 6.0 seconds (max power: 292 hp/ torque: 370 Nm). The top speed of the e-SUV is 99 mph.
As is the case of the other Mercedes electric vehicles, the EQB is built using a sustainable production process. The pure electric SUV is being built in Kecskemet, Hungary.
The EQB is equipped with the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system, which can be controlled via voice, touch or gesture. The infotainment system can overtime predict personal habits using artificial intelligence (AI). The electric car is also equipped (like the case with other EQ models) with an external acoustic warning to alert pedestrians or cyclists at speeds under 19 mph.
The EQB is well equipped to include: active lane keeping assist, active speed limit assist, Mercedes-Benz sound system with one centre speaker, two Frontbass speakers, two tweeters, four mid-range speakers and 225 W amplifier output, ambient lighting – 64-colours and Smartphone integration including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Company-car drivers can take advantage of the lower Benefit-in-Kind (BiK-2%) tax charge for pure electric cars. Bottom-line, electric driving is good for the environment and the wallet. You can lease electric vehicles (EVs) via e-zoomed at very competitive prices!
| PROS | CONS |
|---|---|
| Up to seven-seats family e-SUV | Cheaper electric SUV alternatives available |
| All-wheel drive as standard | Only available in one EV battery size |
| 11 kW AC onboard charger as standard | DC charging limited to 100 kW |
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The All-Electric Mercedes-Benz EQB SUV (credit: Mercedes)
| At A Glance | |
|---|---|
| EV Type: | Battery-Electric Vehicle (BEV) |
| Body Type: | SUV |
| Plug-In Car Grant (PiCG): | Not Available |
| Engine: | Electric |
| Available In UK: | Yes |
| Variants (4 Options) |
|---|
| Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC AMG Line (from £53,610) |
| Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC AMG Line (from £55,110) |
| Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC AMG Line Premium (from £56,610) |
| Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC AMG Line Premium (from £58,110) |
| EV Battery & Emissions | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Type: | Lithium-ion |
| EV Battery Capacity: | Available in one battery size: 66.5 kWh |
| Charging: | 100 kW DC Rapid Charging (10%-80%: 32 mins). Onboard charger 11 kW AC (0%-100%: 5 hrs 45 mins) |
| Charge Port: | Type 2 |
| EV Cable Type: | Type 2 |
| Tailpipe Emissions: | 0g (CO2/km) |
| EV Battery Warranty: | 8 years or 100,000 miles |
| Average Cost Of Residential Charging | |
|---|---|
| Battery net capacity : 16.7 kWh | £2.40 |
| Battery net capacity : 30.0 kWh | £4.32 |
| Battery net capacity : 39.2 kWh | £5.64 |
| Battery net capacity : 45.0 kWh | £6.48 |
| Battery net capacity : 50.0 kWh | £7.20 |
| Battery net capacity : 64.0 kWh | £9.22 |
| Battery net capacity : 71.0 kWh | £10.22 |
| Battery net capacity : 77.0 kWh | £11.09 |
| Battery net capacity : 90.0 kWh | £12.96 |
| Battery net capacity : 100.0 kWh | £14.40 |
- Note 1: The average cost of residential electricity in the UK varies depending on the region, supplier and type of energy used. An average for the UK is 14.40 p/kWh.
- Note 2: Not all EV manufactures make available the data on net EV battery capacity, and in a number of instances the EV battery capacity advertised, does not state if it is gross or net capacity. In general, usable EV battery capacity is between 85% to 95% of the gross available capacity.
| Charging Times (Overview) | |
|---|---|
| Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW): | 6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC) |
| Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW): | 3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Rapid charging AC (43 kW): | 0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Rapid charging DC (50 kW+): | 0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Ultra rapid charging DC (150 kW+): | 0-80% : 20 mins to 40 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Tesla Supercharger (120 kW – 250 kW): | 0-80%: up to 25 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
- Note 1: SoC: state of charge
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Height (mm): | 1667 |
| Width (mm): | 2020 |
| Length (mm): | 4687 |
| Wheelbase (mm): | 2829 |
| Turning Circle (m): | 11.4 |
| Boot Space (L): | 340 |
| EQB 300 4MATIC | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 66.5 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 246 – 253 miles |
| Electric Energy Consumption (Wh/km): | 184 – 187 |
| Charging: | 100 kW DC Rapid Charging (10%-80%: 32 mins). Onboard charger 11 kW AC (0%-100%: 5 hrs 45 mins) |
| Top Speed: | 99 mph |
| 0-62 mph: | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive: | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Max Power (hp): | 228 |
| Torque (Nm): | 370 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | Up to 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Kerb Weight (kg): | 2,105 |
| Colours: | 10 |
| NCAP Safety Rating: | N/A |
| EQB 350 4MATIC | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 66.5 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 246 – 253 miles |
| Electric Energy Consumption (Wh/km): | 189 – 191 |
| Charging: | 100 kW DC Rapid Charging (10%-80%: 32 mins). Onboard charger 11 kW AC (0%-100%: 5 hrs 45 mins) |
| Top Speed: | 99 mph |
| 0-62 mph: | 6.0 seconds |
| Drive: | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Max Power (hp): | 292 |
| Torque (Nm): | 370 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | Up to 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Kerb Weight (kg): | 2,105 |
| Colours: | 10 |
| NCAP Safety Rating: | N/A |
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