Compare performance (292 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (45900 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQB or Skoda Karoq?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Skoda Karoq has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the Mercedes EQB costs 45900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16787 £.
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 has a noticeable edge – offering 292 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQB is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.20 s, while the Skoda Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Karoq performs evident better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Mercedes EQB tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 61 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes EQB pulls noticeable stronger with 520 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Skoda Karoq is decisively lighter – 1380 kg compared to 2105 kg. The difference is around 725 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers barely noticeable more room – 521 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQB performs slight better – up to 1710 L, which is about 80 L more than the Skoda Karoq.
When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq clearly perceptible takes the win – 549 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 114 kg.
The Mercedes EQB proves to be wins solidly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes EQB is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.
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Price
45900 - 58900 £
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Price
29100 - 41700 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 17.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
468 - 535 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
70.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
128 - 173 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2105 - 2170 kg
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Curb weight
1380 - 1655 kg
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Trunk capacity
495 L
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Trunk capacity
521 L
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Length
4684 mm
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Length
4384 - 4390 mm
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Width
1834 mm
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Width
1841 mm
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Height
1654 - 1689 mm
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Height
1624 - 1629 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1710 L
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Max trunk capacity
1630 L
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Payload
435 kg
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Payload
456 - 549 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
190 - 292 HP
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Power HP
115 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
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Torque
385 - 520 Nm
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Torque
200 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
140 - 215 kW
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Power kW
85 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Skoda
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The Mercedes EQB is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.