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Mercedes-Benz EQB

Hungary's first production EV, with room for up to seven in a compact SUV.1

Researched October 28, 2026 from 27 sources

At a glance

0150300
188–288 hpPower
0510
5.4–8.5 s0–60 mph
0100200
160–161 km/hTop speed
0300600
385–520 N·mTorque
01,2502,500
2,050–2,190 kgWeight

The coral arc spans the family, from its mildest version to its wildest.26101112

Engine
250/250+: one electric motor; 300/350: two; 66.5–70.5 kWh batteries2910
Gearbox
Single-speed1011
Built at
Kecskemét plant, Hungary; Beijing Benz, China2

The story

The X243 EQB brought electric power to the GLB's MFA2 underpinnings for family duty. It offered five or seven seats, with third-row space for passengers up to 5 feet 4 inches tall.12

2021: April world premiere in Shanghai · China and Europe sales begin20212023: EQB 250+ joins for 202320232024: Star grille, Plug & Charge, new MBUX20242025: Urban Edition adds AMG looks · Electric GLB successor unveiled20252026: X243 production ends2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB (first generation) (X247): 2019–2026X247Mercedes-Benz EQB (X243): 2021–2026X243Mercedes-Benz GLB with EQ Technology (X244): 2026–presentX244 2018201920202021202220232024202520262027
GenerationsBefore and afterMilestones1268
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YearWhat happened
2019–2026Mercedes-Benz GLB (first generation) (X247)
2021–2026Mercedes-Benz EQB (X243)
2026–presentMercedes-Benz GLB with EQ Technology (X244)
2021April world premiere in Shanghai
2021China and Europe sales begin
2023EQB 250+ joins for 2023
2024Star grille, Plug & Charge, new MBUX
2025Urban Edition adds AMG looks
2025Electric GLB successor unveiled
2026X243 production ends
  1. 2021

    April world premiere in Shanghai

    The EQB made its world debut at Auto Shanghai in April; China's launch model wore AMG Line and delivered 288 hp.3

  2. 2021

    China and Europe sales begin

    Sales opened in China and Europe late in 2021, before the EQB reached other markets in 2022.2

  3. 2023

    EQB 250+ joins for 2023

    The 188-hp EQB 250+ brought a single motor and front-wheel drive to the lineup for 2023.45

  4. 2024

    Star grille, Plug & Charge, new MBUX

    For 2024, the EQB gained a star-pattern grille, a new steering wheel, Plug & Charge, updated MBUX and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.6

  5. 2025

    Urban Edition adds AMG looks

    The 250+ Urban Edition added AMG-style bumpers, the Night Package, black 20-inch wheels and illuminated star-pattern interior trim.7

  6. 2025

    Electric GLB successor unveiled

    The next GLB debuted on December 7 with electric and mild-hybrid versions; its EV adopted the GLB with EQ technology name.8

  7. 2026

    X243 production ends

    Production ended after a 2021–2026 run; the family handed over to the GLB with EQ Technology.2

Every generation

  • Mercedes-Benz GLB (first generation)
    X2472019–2026
  • Mercedes-Benz EQB
    X2432021–2026
  • Mercedes-Benz GLB with EQ Technology
    X2442026–present

Power over the years

From 188 hp to 288 hp in 0 years.

0100200300 20202022 hp 2021 · 188 hp · EQB 2502021 · 225 hp · EQB 300 4MATIC2021 · 288 hp · EQB 350 4MATIC 288 hp EQB 350 4MATIC 188 hp EQB 250
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YearHorsepowerModel
2021188EQB 250
2021225EQB 300 4MATIC
2021288EQB 350 4MATIC

Versions

11 versions worth knowing, with their power.

  • Standard

    EQB 250

    2021–2026

    188 hp
  • EQB 300 4MATIC

    Standard

    EQB 300 4MATIC

    2021–2026

    225 hp

  • Standard

    Premium / Exclusive / Pinnacle

  • Standard

    Sport Executive / AMG Line Executive

  • Standard

    AMG Line Premium / AMG Line Premium Plus

  • Electric Art / AMG Line

    Standard

    Electric Art / AMG Line

  • EQB 350 4MATIC

    Performance

    EQB 350 4MATIC

    2021–2026

    288 hp

  • Special

    EQB 250+ Urban Edition

    2025

    187 hp

  • Special

    EQB 350 4MATIC AMG Line Launch Edition

    2022

    288 hp

  • Special

    Edition 1

  • Limited

    EQB250+ Night Edition (Australia)

    2025

    188 hp

How to spot one

Look for

  • A full-width LED strip links the taillights; the license plate sits down on the bumper.3
  • Boxy, upright body and tall windows keep the GLB's square silhouette.1218
  • Blue accents inside the headlights add a small electric-family signature.1
  • Some two- or three-color wheel designs carry rose-gold or blue decorative accents.1

Year by year

  1. 2024 facelift

    Small stars now cover the black nose panel: black as standard, chrome with Electric Art or AMG Line.6

  2. 2024 facelift

    Reshaped front and rear bumpers and a new rear diffuser distinguish the refreshed bodywork.14

  3. 2024 facelift

    New wheel designs accompany a revised lighting pattern inside the taillights.14

  4. 2024 facelift

    Starling blue and cirrus silver join the paint palette.6

  5. 2025 options

    An illuminated star emblem becomes available on the nose.10

  6. 2025 Design Package

    Optional appearance detailing mixes black, titanium gray and rose gold inside and outside.10

Don’t confuse it with

  • Mercedes-Benz GLB

    Look for the EQB's black nose panel and full-width LED bars linking both the headlights and taillights.818

  • Photo of a Mercedes-Benz EQB
    EQB
    Photo of a Mercedes EQA
    Mercedes EQA

    Mercedes EQA

    The EQA curves from roof to tail; the EQB keeps a square, upright SUV shape.1419

Against its rivals

  • Audi Q4 e-tron

    EQB vs Audi Q4 e-tron

    80–113 km/h lower is better

    EQB3.6 s
    Audi Q4 e-tron3.3 s
    12
  • Hyundai Ioniq 5 AWD

    EQB vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 AWD

    Test range

    EQB360 km
    Hyundai Ioniq 5 AWD435 km
    20

  • EQB vs Tesla Model Y Maximum Range AWD

    100–0 km/h lower is better

    EQB36.7 m
    Tesla Model Y Maximum Range AWD34.5 m
    20

Prices

Value today $22.7K–$28.0K525

Price when newValue today
$0$20K$40K$60K$80K 2022202420262028 Value today: $22,700–$28,000 2022 · $54,500 · US 300 4MATIC; +$1,050 delivery2022 · $55,750 · US 300 Exclusive; +$1,050 delivery2022 · $58,300 · US 300 Pinnacle; +$1,050 delivery2022 · $58,050 · US 350 4MATIC; +$1,050 delivery2023 · $53,900 · US 250+ Premium; delivery included2023 · $58,050 · US 300 Premium; delivery included2023 · $61,700 · US 350 Premium; delivery included2024 · $57,000 · US 300 4MATIC; +$1,150 delivery2025 · $54,100 · US 250+ base sticker price2025 · $61,700 · US 350 4MATIC base sticker price 2022 · $54,500 · US base, 2022 EQB 300 4MATIC; +$1,050 destination
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YearPriceAmountDetail
2022Launch price$54,500US base, 2022 EQB 300 4MATIC; +$1,050 destination
2022Price when new$54,500US 300 4MATIC; +$1,050 delivery
2022Price when new$55,750US 300 Exclusive; +$1,050 delivery
2022Price when new$58,300US 300 Pinnacle; +$1,050 delivery
2022Price when new$58,050US 350 4MATIC; +$1,050 delivery
2023Price when new$53,900US 250+ Premium; delivery included
2023Price when new$58,050US 300 Premium; delivery included
2023Price when new$61,700US 350 Premium; delivery included
2024Price when new$57,000US 300 4MATIC; +$1,150 delivery
2025Price when new$54,100US 250+ base sticker price
2025Price when new$61,700US 350 4MATIC base sticker price
2026Value today$22,700–$28,000

The rest of the story is in the app

The full file tells why each version matters, the legend behind the car and what to check before buying one.

  • Versions

    • Why each of the 11 versions matters

  • Legend

    • 11 stories from its legend
    • “1,500 km from Delhi to Siachen”
    • “18th among EVs at A Coruña”

  • Generations

    • The story of each of the 3 generations

  • Market

    • 6 things to check before buying one
    • Where prices are heading, and why
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Sources

Every fact on this page links to the source it rests on.

See all 27 sources
  1. Mercedes-Benz USA Media Newsroom media.mbusa.com
  2. Mercedes-Benz EQB - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
  3. Mercedes-Benz USA Media Newsroom media.mbusa.com
  4. 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB Review: Let down by its price and specs - Autoblog autoblog.com
  5. 2023 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-EQ EQB Price, Cost-to-Own, Reviews & More | Kelley Blue Book kbb.com
  6. Mercedes-Benz USA Media Newsroom media.mbusa.com
  7. Mercedes EQA and EQB pick up stylish Urban Edition trim levels | Carbuyer carbuyer.co.uk
  8. Mercedes-Benz GLB - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
  9. Mercedes-Benz USA Media Newsroom media.mbusa.com
  10. 2025 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-EQ EQB Price, Reviews, Pictures & More | Kelley Blue Book kbb.com
  11. Mercedes-Benz USA Media Newsroom media.mbusa.com
  12. 2022 Mercedes EQB350 Tested: Modern Tech in a Familiar Package caranddriver.com
  13. Mercedes EQB used review: Price, Specs, Range & Reliability | Electrifying electrifying.com
  14. Mercedes EQB review | Auto Express autoexpress.co.uk
  15. Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC AMG Line Launch Edition | Eurekar eurekar.co.uk
  16. Mercedes EQB unter der Lupe: Kurzinterview mit Produktmanager Marius Philipp speed-magazin.de
  17. Mercedes-Benz EQA, EQB Night Editions bring more kit for the same money | CarExpert carexpert.com.au
  18. 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQB Serves as an EV Entry Point caranddriver.com
  19. メルセデス・ベンツ、新型バッテリEV「EQB」発表会 「今冬に世界初のEV専売拠点をオープンする」と上野社長 - Car Watch car.watch.impress.co.jp
  20. Test der Elektro-SUVs: Hyundai, Mercedes, Tesla im Vergleich adac.de
  21. メルセデスベンツ EQB、『ONE PIECE』とタイアップ…ラッピングカーなど企画 | レスポンス（Response.jp） response.jp
  22. Mercedes-Benz EQB Creates Record - 1st EV To Reach Siachen Base rushlane.com
  23. 7 ECO RALLYE A CORUÑA – FIN DE SEMANA COMPLETA | Escudería Coruña escuderiacoruna.com
  24. Euro NCAP | Mercedes-Benz EQB euroncap.com
  25. 2022 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-EQ EQB Price, Value, Depreciation & Reviews | Kelley Blue Book kbb.com
  26. Mercedes-Benz Issues Recall for EQB Electric SUV over Fire Risk caranddriver.com
  27. Buying a Used Mercedes EQB (2022-2025): 300, 350 or 250+, Recalls, Real Range & What to Pay | EVGuide.uk evguide.uk
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  • en.wikipedia.org
  • autoblog.com
  • kbb.com
  • carbuyer.co.uk
  • caranddriver.com
  • electrifying.com
  • autoexpress.co.uk
  • eurekar.co.uk
  • speed-magazin.de
  • carexpert.com.au
  • car.watch.impress.co.jp
  • adac.de
  • response.jp

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