Mercedes-Benz expanded its electric Mercedes-EQ family with the arrival of the EQB, joining the EQA and EQC SUVs. Mercedes Electric range also includes sexy sedans.

EQB’s extra space has flexible packaging that Mercedes says gives buyers fully electric transport with seating for 7, or up to 1600L cargo.

The 2829mm wheelbase is 100 mm longer than EQA, allowing the electric drivetrain and its lithium-ion battery to be in a body with the dimensions of a compact SUV. Despite the extra space EQB has EQA’s driving and parking agility.

Drivetrain

EQB’s electric drivetrain was developed specifically for the Mercedes-EQ compact SUV range.

Noises in EVs are more noticeable in the absence of the sound of a combustion engine, so the drive unit is isolated from the supporting frame.

The 66.5 kWh lithium-ion battery weighs 469 kg, and is divided into several modules distributed under the vehicle floor to create a favourable centre of gravity.

EQB charges a 11 kW from AC (alternating current) charging, or up to 100 kW using DC (direct current) fast charging.

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Space Inside

EQB, rear seats folded allows 1710 litres of cargo space. Its flat floor and tall roof can easily take bikes, surfboards, golf clubs and carts, and even large furniture items.

With the seatbacks up, there is 495 litres of cargo hold available. The three-way split-fold second row seats give the cargo area flexibility.

EQB 250 buyers can option a third row of seats allows 1620 litres with all seats folded, 465 litres with second row seats in use, and 110 litres when all 3 rows have passengers.

EQB 250

  • The range starts with Mercedes-Benz EQB 250
  • five seats ( third row optional)
  • single e-motor driving, front wheel drive
  • 140 kW / 385 Nm
  • 371 km range WLTP test standard.
  • Twin 10.25-inch high resolution screens
  • electrically adjustable and heated front seats
  • wireless charging
  • Dual-zone climate control
  • DAB+ digital radio
  • Apple and Android smartphone integration
  • advanced sound system
  • ambient lighting ( 64 colours)

Driver Assistance Package:

  • DISTRONIC active cruise control with Active Speed Limit Assist,
  • Active Steering Assist
  • Active Brake Assist
  • Active Lane Keeping Assist
  • Active Blind Spot Assist
  • route-based speed adaptation
  • The standard Parking Package includes
  • PARKTRONIC parking assistant
  • 360° camera

KEYLESS-GO Comfort Package includes an electrically operable tailgate including hands-free access.

Mercedes-EQ vehicles have acoustic ambient protection priding an audible signal at speeds under 20kph/

Other key features:

adjustable damping suspension with multi-link rear suspension

LED high-performance headlights

Adaptive Highbeam Assist

EQ-specific blue elements

rain-sensing windscreen wipers

Progressive Exterior package includes chrome and aluminium trims. An LED luminescent light band across the front of the bonnet is another EQ-specific design feature, while 19-inch AMG 5-twin-spoke light alloy wheels complete the distinctive appearance.

Thw Type 2 CCS charging socket takes 11 kW (AC) and 100 kW (DC), with charging cables for domestic sockets and public charging stations also supplied.

The Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC

The EQB 350 4MATIC comes with Dual e-motors, one mounted on each axle/

Power is 215kW/520Nm with a 0-100 of 6.2 seconds. Driving range is 360 km according to the WLTP standard.

EQB 350 comes only in the 5 seat option. Sports seats have adjustable head restraints and DINAMICA microfibre inserts with red double top-stitching. The multi-function sports steering wheel in Nappa leather has a flattened bottom section. The cabin has backlit spiral-look trim elements, AMG floor mats and illuminated door sills.

Outside, there is an electric panoramic glass sunroof, AMG-specific body highlights inlcuding extra chrome trim pieces, a diffuser look for the rear apron, and 20-inch AMG multi-spoke alloy wheels.

Price

EQB 250 $87,800 five-seat (7 seats adds $2900)

Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC $106,700

The Edition 1 package

Limited time Edition 1 package, indludes AMG-inspired body elements, and EQ-specific interior elements such as backlit trim and blue top-stitching on the seats and doors.

Edition 1 adds $9100 for EQB 250 model, and $3900 for the EQB 350 4MATIC.

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