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Mercedes EQB vs NIO EL7 comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQB or NIO EL7?

Mercedes EQB vs NIO EL7: Key differences

Mercedes EQB

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • a bit lighter
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NIO EL7

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • 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.

Mercedes EQB is noticeably cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,473 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQB is significantly more efficient: consuming 15.2 kWh/100km compared to 22.1 kWh/100km for the NIO EL7. That’s a difference of about 6.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQB offers marginally more range – reaching up to 535 km, about 34 km more than the NIO EL7.

EL7

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 NIO EL7 offers considerably more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 361 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes EQB takes 6.2 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL7 is somewhat faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mercedes EQB tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers visibly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 330 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, Mercedes EQB is a bit lighter – 2,105 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 316 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers slightly more boot space – 570 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQB offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,710 L, about 165 L more than the NIO EL7.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL7 carries only slightly more – 469 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 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 £63,300
EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 384 - 501 km
Mercedes EQB
NIO EL7

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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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NIO EL7

The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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Mercedes EQB
NIO EL7

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,900 - 58,900 £
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
468 - 535 km
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,105 - 2,170 kg
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
4,684 mm
Length
4,912 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,654 - 1,689 mm
Height
1,720 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,710 L
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Payload
435 kg
Payload
449 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
NIO
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