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Mercedes EQB vs Volvo EX30 comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQB or Volvo EX30?

Mercedes EQB vs Volvo EX30: Key differences

Mercedes EQB

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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  • moderately more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • visibly more trunk space
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Volvo EX30

3.6 (9 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately 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:

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.

Volvo EX30 is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Mercedes EQB costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,878 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQB is moderately more efficient: consuming 15.2 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX30. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQB offers a bit more range – reaching up to 535 km, about 60 km more than the Volvo EX30.

EX30

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 Volvo EX30 offers markedly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Mercedes EQB takes 6.2 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX30 delivers only slightly more torque with 543 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 23 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, Volvo EX30 is moderately lighter – 1,840 kg compared to 2,105 kg. The difference is around 265 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQB offers visibly more boot space – 495 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 177 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQB carries somewhat more – 435 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX30 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.

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EX30

Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 339 - 475 km
Mercedes EQB
Volvo EX30

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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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Volvo EX30

The Volvo EX30 is a compact all-electric crossover that mixes Volvo's strong safety focus with clean Scandinavian design for a really city-friendly package. It feels lively and easy to live with, pairing a premium-feeling interior and modern connectivity with a practical footprint for urban driving.

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Mercedes EQB
Volvo EX30

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,900 - 58,900 £
Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
468 - 535 km
Electric Range
339 - 475 km
Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 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
1,840 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
4,684 mm
Length
-
Width
1,834 mm
Width
1,838 mm
Height
1,654 - 1,689 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,710 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
435 kg
Payload
370 - 390 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Power HP
150 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Power kW
110 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

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