7.5
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4Matic review
The EQB 350 loses the nameplate's key selling point – the option of a third row. Does its dual-motor drivetrain make up for it?
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James Wong
Mercedes-Benz EQB vs Mazda CX-30 Comparison
Mercedes-Benz EQB
Mazda CX-30
2024 Mercedes-Benz
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2024 Mazda
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Based on the Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC
Based on the Mazda CX-30 G25 GT SP (FWD)
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
City drivingFuel Efficiency
NA
48L - 51L
302 to 347 km
Warranty
5 year
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MSRP
$87,734 - $106,155
$33,140 - $47,540
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Production Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Added punch, grip of dual-motor drivetrain...
- ... while remaining comfortable and refined
- Retains the GLB's spacious cabin
Misses
- No seven-seat option in this spec
- Real-world driving range isn't enough
- Very pricey, off the pace in several metrics
Josh Nevett
Marketplace Journalist
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Premium interior feel
- Smooth powertrain
- Meaningful upgrade over Touring
Misses
- Frustrating touchscreen ergonomics
- Small boot
- Thirsty in town
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- AMG Leather - Black (+$1,700)
- Interior Wood Trim (+$300)
- Interior Wood Trim - Alternate Pricing (+$300)
- Magno Paint (+$3,300)
- Mercedes-Benz Wallbox Gen 1.5 - Type 2 AC (+$1,709)
NA
Colours Available
Polar White and Night Black are the standard exterior colours, with the following optional:
- Denim Blue metallic
- Rosé Gold metallic
- Digital White metallic
- Iridium Silver metallic
- Mountain Grey metallic
- Cosmos Black metallic
- Manufaktur Mountain Grey Magno
The EQB 250 and EQB 350 comes standard with black interiors, though a Macchiato Beige/black interior is optional on the EQB 250, while Edition 1 models come with a Neva Grey and Cyber Cut blue interior.
Spiral-look interior trim elements are standard, with open-pore wood tri moptional
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Specs
| Type | ||
| ELECTRIC | ELECT DIRECT INJ, DIRECT FUEL INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 1998 - 2488 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 0.0 | 2.5L, 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 140kW - 215kW | 114kW - 139kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 385Nm - 520Nm | 200Nm - 252Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 4000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | 13 | |
