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Mercedes EQB vs Audi Q3 comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 38,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQB or Audi Q3?

Mercedes EQB vs Audi Q3: Key differences

Mercedes EQB

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • marginally more trunk space
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Audi Q3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EQB

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi Q3 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 38,200 £ , while the Mercedes EQB costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,641 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQB offers substantially more range – reaching up to 535 km, about 416 km more than the Audi Q3.

Q3

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes EQB offers marginally more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q3 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Mercedes EQB takes 6.2 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQB delivers visibly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

EQB

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi Q3 is markedly lighter – 1,635 kg compared to 2,105 kg. The difference is around 470 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQB offers marginally more boot space – 495 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 7 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q3 carries somewhat more – 535 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQB holds a decisive overall lead 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
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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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Reviews Mercedes EQB

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Stefan
4 Dec 2025, 21:05:57

A bit boring and no longer up-to-date with its slow charging speed...

Audi Q3

The Audi Q3 feels like a grown-up compact SUV with premium polish and city-friendly agility, the sort of car that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally satisfying. Inside, you get quality materials and smart packaging that keep things practical without skimping on style, so it’s an easy pick for buyers who want luxury without the drama.

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Reviews Audi Q3

5 (1 Reviews)
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dd
2 Nov 2025, 22:05:04

Very comfortable. Precise steering. E35 petrol engine, 150 hp — sufficient. Manual gearbox very good and well-geared. Looks very handsome. Very large boot. Premium interior.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
45,900 - 58,900 £
Price
38,200 - 52,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
468 - 535 km
Electric Range
118 - 119 km
Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
39 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,105 - 2,170 kg
Curb weight
1,635 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
Length
4,684 mm
Length
-
Width
1,834 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,654 - 1,689 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,710 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
435 kg
Payload
505 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Audi
Is the Mercedes EQB offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes EQB is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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