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Mercedes EQB vs VW ID.3 comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQB or VW ID.3?

Mercedes EQB vs VW ID.3: Key differences

Mercedes EQB

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more trunk space

VW ID.3

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter

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.

VW ID.3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Mercedes EQB costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,301 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.3 is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.5 kWh/100km compared to 15.2 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQB. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.3 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 70 km more than the Mercedes EQB.

ID.3

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 VW ID.3 offers a bit more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.3 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Mercedes EQB takes 6.2 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW ID.3 is moderately 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 VW ID.3 delivers marginally more torque with 545 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.

EQB

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, VW ID.3 is a bit lighter – 1,787 kg compared to 2,105 kg. The difference is around 318 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQB offers clearly more boot space – 495 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQB offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,710 L, about 443 L more than the VW ID.3.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.3 carries only slightly more – 473 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.3 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 £28,600
ID.3

VW ID.3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 383 - 605 km
Mercedes EQB
VW ID.3

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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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VW ID.3

The VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.

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Mercedes EQB
VW ID.3

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,900 - 58,900 £
Price
28,600 - 49,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
468 - 535 km
Electric Range
383 - 605 km
Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,105 - 2,170 kg
Curb weight
1,787 - 1,993 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
4,684 mm
Length
4,264 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Height
1,654 - 1,689 mm
Height
1,564 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,710 L
Max trunk capacity
1,267 L
Payload
435 kg
Payload
437 - 473 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
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Power HP
170 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Power kW
125 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

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