2025 Mercedes-Benz EQB: Enhanced Electric SUV With Fresh Design and Technology

Explore the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQB, featuring upgraded design, advanced tech, and three powertrain options. Learn about its range, charging, and upcoming MMA platform debut in 2026.

Mercedes-Benz has refreshed its EQB electric SUV, preserving its key strengths while adding stylish accents and advanced features to appeal to a broader audience. Although the overall design remains recognizable, subtle updates emphasize the vehicle’s modernity and premium feel.

A highlight of the refresh is the introduction of the Exclusive trim, which now includes a 360-degree surround-view camera system, a premium Burmester sound system with Dolby Atmos support, and heated front seats. For those seeking more individuality, the Design Package offers unique styling elements, including the striking Manufaktur Mountain Grey Magno paint and newly available 18- and 20-inch alloy wheels.

Under the hood, the lineup remains unchanged, featuring three powertrain options. The base EQB 250+ is equipped with a single front-mounted electric motor delivering 188 horsepower and 284 lb-ft of torque, offering an EPA-rated range of 251 miles. All-wheel-drive variants—the EQB 300 4Matic and EQB 350 4Matic—use dual motors: a permanent magnet motor in the front and an induction motor in the rear. The EQB 300 4Matic produces 225 horsepower and 288 lb-ft of torque, while the top-tier EQB 350 4Matic delivers 288 horsepower and 384 lb-ft of torque. Due to the added weight of the AWD system, these models offer slightly lower driving ranges—205 and 207 miles, respectively.

The EQB retains its 70.5-kWh battery pack, supporting DC fast charging at up to 100 kW. This enables a 10-80% charge in just 31 minutes. Home charging using the 9.6-kW onboard charger takes several hours, making overnight charging a convenient option.

Compared to its competitors—such as the Tesla Model Y and BMW iX1—the Mercedes-Benz EQB stands out with its optional seven-seat configuration and more conventional design, closely resembling the brand’s gasoline-powered models. However, in terms of performance and driving range, it lags behind the Model Y, which boasts quicker acceleration and a longer range.

Pricing remains consistent with the previous model year: the EQB 250+ starts at $54,200, the EQB 300 4Matic is priced at $58,150, and the range-topping EQB 350 4Matic costs $61,800 (all prices include destination charges for the U.S. market).

Looking ahead, the EQB is set to undergo significant changes in 2026, with the introduction of Mercedes’ new Mercedes Modular Architecture (MMA). This platform will underpin both fully electric and mild-hybrid vehicles, marking a key step in the brand’s global strategy to expand its electric lineup and enhance its competitive edge.

With these updates, the refreshed EQB remains an appealing choice for buyers seeking a premium electric SUV that offers a practical interior and the signature design language of Mercedes-Benz, striking a balance between performance and affordability.

Source: greencarreports.com