MERCEDES-BENZ EQB ESTATE

Name: MERCEDES-BENZ EQB EQB 250+ 140kW AMG Line Premium 70.5kWh 5dr Auto
Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ EQB
SKU: 104472
Availability: InStock

EQB 250+ 140kW AMG Line Premium 70.5kWh 5dr Auto

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Fuel Type Electric

Range 298 miles

Real World Estimate 253 miles

Co2 0.00g/km

Transmission Automatic

Top Speed 99mph

WLTP Combined Range/Economy achieved under standardised test conditions.

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Lease Type

Personal Business

Contract Length

Initial Rental

Annual Mileage

Maintenance

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Fuel Type Electric

Range 298 miles

Real World Estimate 253 miles

Co2 0.00g/km

Transmission Automatic

Top Speed 99mph

WLTP Combined Range/Economy achieved under standardised test conditions.

MERCEDES-BENZ EQB Review

- Independent review from Car and Driving

Performance
7
Handling
7
Comfort
7
Space
9
Styling
7
Build
7
Value
6
Equipment
6
Economy
6
Depreciation
7
Insurance
7

Mercedes delivers us the market's first mid-sized seven-seat EV. Jonathan Crouch drives the EQB.

Ten Second Review

It's very difficult to package a mid-sized EV so effectively that up to seven people can sit inside it. But Mercedes has pulled off that feat with this car, the EQB, which usefully broadens its electric vehicle line-up. It's based of course on the combustion-engined GLB crossover and shares much of that car's premium appeal.

Background

There's a flood of mid-size Crossover electric vehicles out there at present. So any fresh class entrant had better have something fairly unique to offer. Fortunately, this one does: the Mercedes EQB. It's one of what seems like a continual stream of different Mercedes EQ electric models, with the 'B' in this case standing not for the brand's mini-MPV but designating instead something you may already have guessed from a quick glance at this car: the fact that this is the full-battery version of the Stuttgart maker's GLB mid-sized SUV. Engineering and technology-wise, this car shares everything that matters with its smaller EQA hatch stablemate - including a slightly compromised MFA2 chassis not originally designed for EV use. This model hails from quite a different production facility though. Instead of Rastatt in Germany, it's screwed together at Kecskemet in Hungary, where the GLB is built. A change from the original plan, which would have seen the EQB produced in Daimler's French Hambach plant alongside little smart cars. Regardless of provenance though, what we've got here looks as if it might be a smart choice for a forward-thinking family.

Driving Experience

The EQB sprints away from rest pretty quickly, despite tipping the scales at around 2.2-tonnes, a legacy of the fact that Mercedes makes this model run on an MFA2 platform originally designed for combustion models. That being the case, you might have expected the brand to have countered that extra bulk by fitting a powerful set of propulsion systems but if anything, the opposite is true here. The line-up kicks off with the same 190hp 250+ motor fitted to base versions of the EQA. Rest to 62mph takes 8.9s en route to the 99mph top speed that all EQBs share and range is up to 321 miles. If you don't want that, the alternative is the dual motor 300 4MATIC version, which can offer 225hp, so 0-62mph takes 9.0s; range is up to 271 miles. Still, you won't be choosing an EQB as an autobahn burner - and if you did, the 'burning' in question would primarily be through this model's rather restricted driving range - in a class where better versions of comparably priced rivals regularly deliver figures well over the 350 mile mark. Whatever variant of this model you choose, you'll find it easy to drive and particularly in its element around town, where you'll appreciate the light steering; and the compact 11.4-metre turning circle you might need for getting into those tight charging bays. If it's the 4MATIC version you're looking at, you might hope that a family EV with 4WD, particularly one with the 'mini-Gelanderwagen' looks of this EQB, might have a little extra capability to offer on rougher surfaces. But that would require the kind of higher ride height that would further worsen this model's EV driving range. Hence the fact that its 154mm ground clearance figure is actually lower than some family hatchbacks. The 4MATIC system can't even help you that much on slippery driveways or muddy carparks; not because of any fault in fundamental engineering - the extra front-mounted electric motor chips in almost instantly to help the main rear-mounted motor when slip is detected. Rather because the car's economy-orientated low rolling resistance tyres are found severely wanting for grip once you venture away from the tarmac. On the plus side though, the 4MATIC version of this car can manage a bit of towing weight - in contrast to many of its rivals, some of which haven't been rated for towing at all. An EQB can lug along a braked trailer of up to 1,800kgs, so could manage a medium-sized caravan, though what that would do to the car's EV range is anyone's guess.

Design and Build

You'd certainly pick up this car's similarity to its GLB counterpart if you happened to know the Mercedes product range. As with the EQA, the EQB delivers a subtle reworking of the combustion engined car it's based on. Which means a boxy profile embellished here with a more aerodynamic front end featuring the usual Mercedes EQ-specific closed-off grille and headlight signature. In the same way, the tailgate gets a full width LED tail light bar, as with other EQ models. Inside, it's also much as you'll find in a GLB, apart from a few trimming changes and the addition of specific 'EQ' electric vehicle menu for the centre screen, which is 10.25-inches in size, like the adjacent instrument binnacle display. There's comfortable space for a couple of adults on the back seat - and room for three at a squash. The key difference with an EQB though, is its relatively lengthy 2,829mm wheelbase, which allows it to offer an optional third row of seats, though Mercedes warns that these are only really suitable for children. Fold those seats down and you'll get 495-litres of boot space. Think in terms of about 75-litres less than you'd get in a GLB. It's 1,710-litres with both seating rows folded.

Market and Model

OK: what'll you pay for this seven seat, family-sized all-electric battery-powered Mercedes-Benz? Because this car bears the Three Pointed Star, you won't be expecting it to be inexpensive: it isn't. Prices start from around £53,000 for the base 190hp 250+ model, which can be had with the four most important trim levels, 'Sport Executive', 'Urban Edition', 'AMG Line Premium' and 'AMG Line Premium Plus'. If you can stretch to around £55,000 upwards, there's a 225hp 4WD EQB 300 4MATIC variant, offered in 'AMG Line Executive', 'AMG Line Premium' and 'AMG Line Premium Plus' trim options. A third seating row is standard-fit. So, premium pricing - but then you probably expected that. At least you get plenty of kit for that, including the ritziest version of the brand's Widescreen MBUX infotainment set-up, with twin 10.25-inch displays for the central screen and the instrument cluster, both of which feature EQ branding and special graphics. Top models get niceties like an electrically-operated panoramic glass sunroof, a Keyless-Go Comfort package, an augmented reality navigation system, an advanced sound system and wireless charging for compatible smartphones.

Cost of Ownership

The driving range of this EQB has improved greatly since it was first launched, mainly because Mercedes now fits a larger 70.5kWh battery. That facilitates an EV range of 290-321 miles in the base 250+ model; or 258-271 in the 300 4MATIC. That's still nowhere near the top class standard and whichever EQB variant you select, you're going to need to make pretty proactive use of the brake regenerative settings to what is possible. The 100 kW DC on-board charger allows the car to charge the battery from 10 to 80 per cent in 32 minutes, and from 10 to 100 per cent in seven hours and 15 minutes using an 11kW wall box (it's 10 hours 45 minutes with a 7.4kW wallbox). Navigation with Electric Intelligence - included as standard - calculates the route that will get the driver to their destination fastest, taking into account charging times, and taking the stress out of route planning. A three-year subscription to the Mercedes me Charge public charging service is also included. With Mercedes me Charge, customers have access to what is currently the world's biggest charging network: this currently comprises more than 450,000 AC and DC charging points across 3 countries. Mercedes me Charge allows customers convenient use of the charging stations of various providers, even when travelling abroad. By registering just once, they can benefit from an integrated payment function with a simple billing process. Mercedes me Charge enables customers to charge at more than 175,000 public charging points throughout Europe; Mercedes-Benz ensures a subsequent offset with green power.

Summary

We feel much more convinced by this EQB then we did by its EQA stablemate. Mainly because this more versatile design has a unique selling point denied not only to the EQA but to most other mid-sized EVs out there: seven seats. So larger families who lack a lottery win and don't want a converted van can now join the electric vehicle revolution. What'll they find here? The usual eye-catching Mercedes front-of-cabin experience, classy screen technology and the rather smug sense of self satisfaction that comes in having a car with the Three Pointed Star on your driveway. On top of that, the brake regeneration system is excellent. All of which means that right here, right now, this is the best affordable EV Mercedes makes. And that makes it a difficult car to ignore.

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Standard Equipment

Technical Data

Options

Charging info

Driver Convenience

10.25" central media display
Acoustic ambient protection
DYNAMIC SELECT with four different drive programs (Max range, Eco, Comfort and Sport) & Five recuperation levels (D Auto, D+, D, D- and D--)
Easy-pack tailgate
EQ nav services - map(range dis),dis charging stations,program of charging set/pre entry climate control incl remote retrival of charging status/range
Hard-disk navigation
MBUX augmented reality for navigation
Mercedes Benz emergency call system
Mercedes me connect
PAS
Service indicator
Smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
Trip computer
Wireless charging system for mobile devices

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

100KW DC onboard charger
11KW onboard charger
CCS-2 connector (DC charging with combined charging system, compatible with AC and DC)
Charging cable for wall box and public charging station - Type 2(mode 3) 5m
Comfort suspension with ride height lowering

Entertainment

Advanced sound system with 10 speakers and a total system output of 225 watts
DAB Digital radio
MBUX multimedia system with widescreen cockpit (2X10" displays with touchpad)

Exterior Features

AMG Line bodystyling including AMG front apron with integrated air curtain and AMG rear apron with diffusor optics
Body colour bumpers
Electric adjustable door mirrors
Electric front windows
Electric rear windows
Front and rear LED light band
Front fog lights
Heat insulating dark tinted glass
LED daytime running lights
LED High performance headlamps with adaptive highbeam assist
LED third brake light
Polished aluminium roof rails
Rain sensor windscreen wipers
Rear side wing doors
Rear wiper
Star pattern grille with stars in chrome

Interior Features

12v socket in loadspace
3 seat bench in 2nd row
3 spoke multifunction sports flat bottom steering wheel in nappa leather with galvanised shift paddles
40:20:40 split folding rear seats
Aluminium pedals with rubber studs
Ambient lighting with choice of 64 colour settings
AMG floor mats
Double Cupholder
Easy-entry system for 2nd row - Left and centre seat/Right seat can be moved forward and folded and adjustable in a range of 140 mm longitudinally
Fluorescent jacket
Front and rear head restraints
Full featured 2 single seats in 3rd row (passengers up to height of 1.65m), fully folding via straps on the reverse of the seats
Heated front seats
Illuminated door sills with EQB lettering
Reach and rake adjustable steering column
Rear armrest with storage + through load
Release handle on top of seat backrest on each outer seats
Retractable/extendable rear head restraints in 3rd row
Roof lining - Black fabric
Single front passenger seat
Sports seats
Storage compartment in 3rd row with rubber coated insert left/right in load compartment trim, each with a USB port
Stowage compartment in centre console with retractable cover
THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control
Two drink holders in 3rd row

Packs

Keyless go comfort package - EQB
Mirror package with dimming rear view mirror - EQB
Parking package with 360 degree camera - EQB
Seat comfort pack - EQB
Stowage package - EQB
Winter package - EQB

Passive Safety

3 rear seatbelts
6 airbags - Driver, front passenger, curtain and side airbags
ABS
Electric child locks
ESP
ISOFIX and top tether attachments for suitable child seats
Knee bags
Radar-based recuperation
Seat belts with pyrotechnic reel tensioning and linear seat belt force limiters for 3rd row seats

Security

Guard 360 degree vehicle protection
Hands free access
Remote central locking

Trim

Black open pore linden wood trim

Wheels

20" AMG multi spoke light alloy wheels aerodynamically optimised in high gloss black with high sheen finish
Summer tyres
TIREFIT with tyre inflation compressor

Electric Vehicle Data

Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty

70
Battery Capacity in kWh

70.5
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins)

645
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change

0-100
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW

7.4
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins)

435
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change

0-100
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW

11
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins)

32
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change

10-80
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW

100
Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Charge Time (Mins)

Not Available
Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Percentage Change

Not Available
Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Power Supply - kW

Not Available
Battery Leased

No
Battery Type

Lithium-ion
Charging Port Location

Right Side Rear
Coupler/Connector Type

CCS Type 2
Maximum Charging Rate - kW

100
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage

155000
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years

10
Usable Battery Capacity

70
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb

17
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEH

17
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEL

17
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb

3.7
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEH

3.7
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEL

3.7
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb

479
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb - TEH

479
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb - TEL

479
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb

298
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb - TEH

298
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb - TEL

298

Emissions - ICE

CO

Not Available
CO2 (g/km)

0
HC

Not Available
HC+NOx

Not Available
Noise Level dB(A)

67
NOx

Not Available
Particles

Not Available
Standard Emissions

Not Available

Engine and Drive Train

Camshaft

Not Available
Catalytic Convertor

Not Available
CC

1
Compression Ratio

Not Available
Cylinder Layout

Not Available
Cylinders

Not Available
Cylinders - Bore (mm)

Not Available
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)

Not Available
Engine Code

Not Available
Engine Layout

Not Available
Fuel Delivery

Not Available
Gears

1 SPEED
Number of Valves

Not Available
Transmission

AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

EC Combined (mpg)

Not Available
EC Directive 1999/100/EC Applies

Not Available
EC Extra Urban (mpg)

Not Available
EC Urban (mpg)

Not Available

General

Alternative Fuel Qualifying

Yes
Badge Engine CC

0.0
Badge Power

190
Based On ID

Not Available
Coin Description

140kW 70.5kWh
Coin Series

AMG Line Premium
Generation Mark

1
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07

44E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years

6
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years

2
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %

95
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %

91
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

5
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %

78
NCAP Safety Assist %

74
Did at least one aspect of this vehicle's safety give cause for concern?

No
Service Interval Frequency - Months

12
Service Interval Mileage

15500
Special Edition

No
Special Order

No
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage

Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years

3
Timing Belt Interval Frequency - Months

Not Available
Timing Belt Interval Mileage

Not Available
Vehicle Homologation Class

M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)

8.9
Engine Power - BHP

190
Engine Power - KW

140
Engine Torque - LBS.FT

284
Engine Torque - MKG

39.3
Engine Torque - NM

385
Top Speed

99

Test Cycles

Emissions Test Cycle

WLTP
RDE Certification Level

N/A

Tyres

Alloys?

Yes
Space Saver?

No
Tyre Size Front

235/45 R20
Tyre Size Rear

235/45 R20
Tyre Size Spare

TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style

AMG MULTI SPOKE
Wheel Type

20" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height

Not Available
Height (including roof rails)

1654
Length

4684
Wheelbase

2829
Width

1834
Width (including mirrors)

2020

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

Not Available
Gross Vehicle Weight

2540
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)

1710
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)

495
Max. Loading Weight

435
Max. Roof Load

75
Max. Towing Weight - Braked

1400
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked

750
Minimum Kerbweight

2105
No. of Seats

7
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb

11.7

Charging Speeds

10h 0min

Home

7kW Charger

1h 24min

Fast

50kW Charger

0h 42min

Rapid

100kW Charger

0h 28min

Ultra-Rapid

150kW Charger

Company car tax calculator

Tax Year	BIK	BIK Value	Tax Payable at 20%	Tax Payable at 40%
2026/27	4%	£193.00	£38.60	£77.20
2027/28	5%	£241.25	£48.25	£96.50
2028/29	7%	£337.75	£67.55	£135.10
2029/30	9%	£434.25	£86.85	£173.70

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