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Mercedes B Class vs Mercedes EQB comparison

Compare performance (238 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (33,100 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or Mercedes EQB?

Mercedes B Class vs Mercedes EQB: Key differences

Mercedes B Class

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly lighter

Mercedes EQB

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

B Class

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes B Class is noticeably cheaper – starting at 33,100 £ , while the Mercedes EQB costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,740 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQB offers substantially more range – reaching up to 535 km, about 452 km more than the Mercedes B Class.

EQB

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes EQB offers moderately more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQB is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.5 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes B Class is visibly faster – reaching 223 km/h, while the Mercedes EQB tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 63 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQB delivers a bit more torque with 520 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

B Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes B Class is clearly lighter – 1,405 kg compared to 2,105 kg. The difference is around 700 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQB offers very slightly more boot space – 495 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQB offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,710 L, about 270 L more than the Mercedes B Class.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes B Class carries visibly more – 550 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQB stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £45,900
EQB

Mercedes EQB

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 190 - 292 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 468 - 535 km
Mercedes B Class
Mercedes EQB

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes B Class

The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.

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Mercedes EQB

The Mercedes EQB is an electric compact SUV that dresses Mercedes' premium feel in practical clothing, with flexible seating and a serene, composed ride that turns everyday errands into a small luxury. It won't thrill the enthusiast, but for buyers who want a smart, spacious and well-made EV with tasteful tech and real-world usability, the EQB is a sensible, slightly buttoned-up choice that impresses without shouting.

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Mercedes B Class
Mercedes EQB

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
Price
45,900 - 58,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
83 km
Electric Range
468 - 535 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
co2
56 - 156 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,405 - 1,745 kg
Curb weight
2,105 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
495 L
Length
4,419 mm
Length
4,684 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Height
1,562 mm
Height
1,654 - 1,689 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
Max trunk capacity
1,710 L
Payload
505 - 550 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
223 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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