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Mercedes EQB vs Geely Starray comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 262 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQB or Geely Starray?

Mercedes EQB vs Geely Starray: Key differences

Mercedes EQB

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Geely Starray

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Geely Starray is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Mercedes EQB costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,592 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Geely Starray is very slightly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 15.2 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQB. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQB offers significantly more range – reaching up to 535 km, about 399 km more than the Geely Starray.

Starray

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 slightly more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 262 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQB is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Geely Starray takes 8 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

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, Geely Starray is markedly lighter – 1,730 kg compared to 2,105 kg. The difference is around 375 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Geely Starray offers very slightly more boot space – 528 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 435 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQB is far ahead overall 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 EQB
Geely Starray

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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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Geely Starray

The Geely Starray blends a sleek, modern exterior with a comfortable, well-appointed cabin that feels more upscale than its price suggests. It offers a composed, user-friendly driving experience with thoughtful tech and space that make it a practical choice for everyday family and city use.

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Mercedes EQB
Geely Starray

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,900 - 58,900 £
Price
28,300 - 32,600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
468 - 535 km
Electric Range
83 - 136 km
Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
33 - 54 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
1,730 - 1,815 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
528 L
Length
4,684 mm
Length
-
Width
1,834 mm
Width
1,905 mm
Height
1,654 - 1,689 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,710 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
435 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Power HP
262 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Power kW
193 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Geely
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