2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB

The volume 2024 EQB 300 4MATIC's dual motors make 225 hp combined. The FWD EQB 250+ makes 188 hp and the EQB 350 4MATIC 288 hp. 2024 is a mid-generation year of the X243 EQB (2022 start).

The EQB 300 4MATIC makes 288 lb-ft (390 Nm), all of it available from a standstill as in any EV.

Mercedes-Benz USA quoted 7.6 s 0–60 mph for the EQB 300 4MATIC in this period. That is slow for a luxury compact SUV; only the 350 4MATIC (about 6 s) is quick.

The dual-motor drive is quiet and seamless with immediate throttle response. Reviewers find it refined but not punchy, because a curb weight around 4,700 lb blunts the 300 4MATIC's response.

Every trim uses a single-speed reduction gear, so there are no shifts and nothing to hunt. Steering-wheel paddles select the regeneration level.

The 4MATIC EQB is homologated for 1,700 kg (≈3,750 lbs) braked with the optional factory hitch; FWD versions are rated at 1,400 kg. Mercedes-Benz USA does not prominently publish a US rating, and KBB lists none, so confidence is MEDIUM.

Dual-motor 4MATIC AWD is standard on two of the three 2024 trims (300 and 350); the 250+ is single-motor FWD. There is no low range and no terrain-specific AWD mode.

A pavement-oriented luxury crossover with about 5.7 in of ground clearance. It has no skid plates, no lockers, no off-road drive mode and no off-road trim.

Battery-electric only, offered at three output levels (188/225/288 hp). There is no gas, hybrid or PHEV EQB; the gas equivalent is sold separately as the GLB.

EPA rates the volume 2024 EQB 300 4MATIC at 87 MPGe combined. The FWD 250+ reaches 107 MPGe; the dual-motor hardware costs the AWD trims roughly 19%.

The EPA city rating for the volume 300 4MATIC is 89 MPGe, well below the FWD 250+'s 114 MPGe.

The EPA highway rating for the volume 300 4MATIC is 85 MPGe. The boxy, GLB-derived body hurts it at speed compared with purpose-built EV crossovers.

EPA rates the volume 2024 300 4MATIC at 205 miles, which is near the bottom of the EV-SUV field. Even the FWD 250+ (251 mi) trails most EV crossover rivals.

The EQB has a CCS1 DC fast-charge inlet on a 400V architecture, but it accepts only 100 kW peak. That is low next to 800V rivals, which take 150–350 kW.

Mercedes quotes 32 minutes for a 10–80% charge at up to 100 kW. That is mid-pack only because the battery is small; the session adds roughly 140 miles.

EPA's estimated annual energy cost for the volume 300 4MATIC is $850 at 15k mi/yr. That is cheap next to gas SUVs but only average among EVs.

The EQB uses no gasoline, and its 9.6 kW onboard charger refills it overnight on Level 2 (about 8.3 h). The score is held back because the short range means more public charging, and Tesla Supercharger access needs the CCS1 inlet plus an NACS adapter. The low DC peak is already scored at 2.2.4/2.2.5 and is not counted again here.

NHTSA lists the 2024 EQB (FWD and AWD) as 'Not Rated' in every frontal, side and rollover test, so the value is 0 = never rated.

IIHS has never crash-tested the EQB, so the 2024 model has no award and no US crashworthiness data. It sits at the top of the untested band because the shared MFA2/GLB structure earned 5 stars from Euro NCAP (95% adult occupant).

The facelifted 2024 EQB 250+/300/350 includes Active Brake Assist (AEB with pedestrian/cyclist detection), Blind Spot Assist with exit warning, Attention Assist and Parktronic with Active Parking Assist as standard. Adaptive cruise, steering-based lane keeping/centering and cross-traffic braking stay in the optional Driver Assistance Package, a thinner standard kit than Volvo or Genesis rivals.

IIHS has not rated the EQB's front crash prevention. Active Brake Assist covers vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists and did well in Euro NCAP's AEB tests on the shared platform, but with no US day/night pedestrian result it cannot reach the top band.

Blind Spot Assist with vehicle exit warning is standard but only warns. Active Blind Spot Assist (which brakes) and the cross-traffic function come with the optional Driver Assistance Package.

When optioned, Active Steering Assist and Active Lane Keeping Assist center smoothly and are well regarded. A volume EQB without the Driver Assistance Package has no steering-based lane keeping.

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is a refined full-speed stop-and-go system that works with Active Steering Assist and route-based speed adaptation. It stays out of the top band because it is optional on the volume trim.

The 2024 EQB has no hands-free driving option. Mercedes' DRIVE PILOT is limited to the S-Class and EQS Sedan, and the EQB's Driver Assistance Package is a hands-on Level 2 system.

The 2024 facelift brought revised LED headlights with standard automatic high beams, but IIHS has never rated the EQB's headlights, so how well they actually perform is unverified.

The EQB shares the GLB's boxy, upright greenhouse, tall side glass and near-vertical tailgate, which give clearly better sightlines than coupe-roofed rivals. A rearview camera and Active Parking Assist are standard; a 360-degree camera is optional.

Tall, square rear doors and a sliding second row make fitting rear-facing seats easier than in most compact luxury rivals. Three-across is tight, the EV's raised floor costs some footwell room, and IIHS has not rated the EQB's LATCH hardware.

The 2024 EQB seats five as standard and seven with the optional two-seat third row. It is scored at the 7-seat maximum, which is rare among compact luxury EVs.

The upright GLB-derived body gives generous front headroom. The X243 body shell was unchanged through the 2024 facelift.

Front legroom is adequate but shorter than most compact luxury SUVs.

The tall roofline gives the second row more headroom than most rivals.

The sliding second row offers good legroom for the class.

An optional third row exists, but with 29.1 in of legroom and 34.8 in of headroom it fits only small children, and getting in is tight.

Cargo space behind the second row is modest for the class.

The boxy body folds down to a maximum cargo figure that is above average for compact luxury SUVs.

Everyday storage is competitive: a sliding, reclining second row and a console bin. Wireless charging was still optional for 2024, there is no frunk, and nothing is class-leading.

The front seats are spacious, comfortable and supportive. The second row sits somewhat low and flat, and the multicontour seats of the larger EQs are not offered.

The suspension is well balanced, and 2024 still offered the adaptive damping that was dropped for 2025. The ride can turn firm over rough surfaces given the roughly 4,700-lb curb weight.

The EV drivetrain and Mercedes insulation keep the cabin quiet. The boxy shape lets in some wind noise at highway speed.

Heated and ventilated front seats and a heated steering wheel are all optional. Dual-zone climate, a heat pump and app pre-conditioning are standard, which is thin base equipment for a $54k luxury EV.

The 2024 EQB 250+ (single-motor FWD, larger battery new for the 2024 facelift) opens the range at $52,750 MSRP; with destination it lands at $53,800, toward the top of compact-luxury SUV entry pricing.

The dual-motor EQB 300 4MATIC is the volume configuration, since most luxury buyers choose AWD. Typical options add $950 for the Cold Weather package (heated seats and wheel) and $1,700 for Driver Assistance.

There are no oil changes, and regenerative braking reduces brake wear, so scheduled service costs less than on gas luxury SUVs. Mercedes dealer labor, filters, brake-fluid service, tires and out-of-warranty year-5 repairs still keep it above mainstream EVs.

The 2024 EQB has already lost value steeply as subsidized leases flooded the used market. Its 300 4MATIC trades in at roughly 39% of MSRP after about two years, so a five-year forecast near the bottom of the segment is warranted.

This is the standard Mercedes-Benz New Vehicle Limited Warranty. It matches BMW and Audi but trails Genesis (5 yr/60k).

The high-voltage battery carries the standard 8-year/100,000-mile coverage. The electric drive units otherwise fall under the 4-year basic warranty.

The main perk is two years of unlimited 30-minute Electrify America sessions through Mercedes me Charge. Owners also get 4-year roadside assistance and a Mercedes me connect trial. There is no complimentary scheduled maintenance, unlike BMW's 3-yr/36k plan; Mercedes sells prepaid maintenance separately.

$57,950 volume-trim price minus its estimated resale value after 5 years (38% retained, or about $22,021) leaves about $35,929 in depreciation. Add the projected $6,000 in 5-year maintenance and repairs, and owning this vehicle for 5 years costs about $41,929 in total.

The 2024 EQB is a carry-over year of the X243 generation (2022–2026). It falls squarely inside the high-voltage battery recall population, and owners also report brake, driver-assist and MBUX glitches. Consumer Reports has published no strong predicted verdict for it (small sample), and secondary summaries rate it average at best among luxury EVs, below the Lexus RZ/NX and Audi Q4 e-tron.

Mercedes-Benz usually ranks in the lower third of Consumer Reports' brand reliability rankings and above the industry average for problems in J.D. Power's VDS. That puts it behind Lexus, Genesis and Toyota at the premium end, though ahead of Land Rover and Alfa Romeo.

MY2024 is directly covered by three successive high-voltage battery fire campaigns. The first (NHTSA 25V-050, 7,362 units, MY2022–2024) capped charging at 80% pending a BMS software update. That fix was re-filed, then superseded by a third recall covering 11,895 EQBs built between Dec 13, 2021 and May 9, 2024, which replaces the battery packs; owners were told to limit charging to 80% and park outside until the replacement is done. A repeated, unresolved fire campaign on the core component of this exact model year puts it near the bottom of the low band.

Mercedes attributes the fire risk to variation in early production at cell supplier Farasis Energy, combined with external factors such as charging-current ripple. The original pack in a 2024 car therefore has a documented cell-level defect, so the software fix failed and a full pack swap is now the remedy. The motors and reduction gear have shown no widespread failures, and a replaced pack plus the 8-yr/100k-mile battery warranty limit the long-term exposure.

The cabin comes from the GLB: turbine vents, a dual-screen MBUX layout and EQ trim accents put it clearly above mainstream compact SUVs. Reviewers note more hard plastic on the lower dash and door cards than its price suggests, which leaves it below Lexus and Volvo rivals.

US-market EQBs are built at Kecskemét, Hungary. Review cars show tight panel gaps and no systemic rattle complaints, but owner reports of electronic and trim niggles and no published initial-quality standout keep this in the average band.

Mercedes-Benz USA has a dense network of about 380 dealers, most equipped for EQ high-voltage service, with luxury service amenities. Service satisfaction sits mid-pack among luxury brands, behind Lexus.

Mercedes-Benz parts and dealer labor are among the most expensive in the industry, and the EQB's HV and EV-specific components are dealer-only with little aftermarket support. Pack-replacement supply for the fleet-wide battery recall means a 2024 owner may wait for parts.

The dual 10.25-in screens are standard but mid-size by current luxury standards.

The 2024 facelift brought the latest MBUX software, which is sharp, responsive and configurable. Menus run deep, and the new touch-sensitive steering-wheel controls draw criticism.

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on all trims, and the facelifted MBUX supports wireless projection.

Navigation with Electric Intelligence route planning and the 'Hey Mercedes' natural-language assistant are standard. Augmented-reality navigation was still optional; it became standard for 2025.

The base audio is adequate, and a 12-speaker Burmester system is optional. The base system was upgraded only for 2025.

A configurable 10.25-in digital cluster is standard and shares the widescreen housing with the touchscreen.

MBUX receives over-the-air updates for infotainment and maps. This pre-MB.OS platform lacks broad whole-vehicle feature OTA.

The Mercedes me app covers remote lock, locate, pre-conditioning and charge control. Some services need a paid renewal after the trial.

USB-C ports cover the front and second row. Wireless charging was optional for 2024, often in the Keyless-Go package, and there is no AC outlet or vehicle-to-load.

Keyless start and a power liftgate are standard. Full KEYLESS-GO entry and a hands-free liftgate are optional, and the app gives remote unlock.

A rear camera, Parktronic and Active Parking Assist are standard. Surround View is optional.

A head-up display is optional on upper Pinnacle configurations only.

Tall, square door openings, a sliding second row and an optional kid-sized third row make family logistics easy. Cargo is tight with all three rows up, and the third row suits small children only.

Forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking and blind-spot warning are standard. Adaptive cruise and lane-centering cost extra in the $1,700 Driver Assistance Package, and neither NHTSA nor IIHS has a current US crash rating for the EQB.

The second row is roomy for four, but luggage space behind it is modest. A 205-mile range on the 300 4MATIC and 100 kW peak DC charging make long family trips stop-heavy.

Smooth, instant EV torque, a quiet cabin, selectable regen and an upright view make it a relaxed commuter. A touchy brake pedal and no true one-pedal stop are minor annoyances.

Home charging beats gas running costs, but at 87 MPGe the 300 4MATIC is one of the least efficient compact EVs. The 250+ is better at 107 MPGe.

The compact footprint, upright glasshouse and standard Active Parking Assist help, and surround view is optional. The 38.4-ft turning circle is only average.

There is no meaningful US tow rating and payload is modest. Range drops sharply under load, so this is not a work vehicle.

A luxury-trimmed interior, an EV powertrain with no fleet history, and reported electronic glitches make it a poor fit for hard use.

There is no onboard AC power or vehicle-to-load, and the upfit ecosystem is limited. Roof rails and cargo tie-downs are the only work provisions.

Highway comfort and quietness are good. A 205-mile EPA range on the 300 4MATIC and 100 kW peak DC charging (about 32 min for 10–80%) limit it as a mile-eater, and adaptive cruise is optional.

4MATIC AWD and roof rails handle gravel roads and ski trips. Low ground clearance (about 5.7 in) and limited range keep it near pavement.

The boxy body, a sliding 40/20/40 second row and 61.8 cu ft of maximum cargo swallow bulky gear well. Space behind the second row is only 25.9 cu ft.

It is secure and composed, with minimal roll for a 2.1-tonne tall EV, and adaptive damping was still available for 2024. Reviewers find it less spirited than rivals and unengaging on twisty roads.

The steering is light and precise at low speed and builds weight sensibly at speed, but it offers little feedback.

Measured stopping is solid, but reviewers fault a touchy pedal and uneven blending between regen and friction braking.

Dual-motor EV delivery is smooth and instant, with paddle-selectable regen levels. The 300 4MATIC is brisk enough (0–60 mph in 7.6 s) without being urgent.

The motors are near-silent under load, and no reviewer flags whine or vibration.

An average turning circle for a compact SUV. The chassis is unchanged through the 2024 facelift.

The high, upright seat gives good sightlines and easy entry. The new haptic touch controls on the 2024 steering wheel and touch-heavy MBUX menus cost some points.

It is pleasant and quick off the line but feels like an appliance on back roads.

Every 2024 EQB gets the facelift's updated MBUX on dual 10.25-inch screens, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, a power liftgate, synthetic-leather power seats, dual-zone climate and AEB/blind-spot monitoring. Heated seats are a $950 Cold Weather package and adaptive cruise a $1,700 package, which is stingy at $54k+.

At $54k–62k the EQB delivers about 205–250 miles of EPA range and roughly 100 kW DC charging, trailing similarly priced EVs on range and charging. The rare optional third row and heavy lease support are what rescue its value.

There are three powertrains (250+ FWD, 300 4MATIC, 350 4MATIC), each offered in Premium and Pinnacle trim levels, plus an optional 7-seat third row that is unique among compact luxury EVs. The middle Exclusive trim did not arrive until 2025.

The EQB was one of Mercedes' higher-volume EVs in the US in 2024, but absolute volume was small and moved largely on subsidized leases while EQ-family sales slumped.

The three-pointed star remains highly aspirational, but the EQ sub-brand and its weak resale have diluted the halo compared with Mercedes' combustion models.

Through the 2024 model year Mercedes passed the $7,500 federal commercial-lease EV credit through on EQB leases and stacked MBFS lease cash on top, making it one of the cheapest luxury-EV leases available.

2024 is the X243's mid-cycle facelift year, bringing revised styling, updated MBUX and a larger-battery 250+. The underlying platform dates to the 2022 launch and the generation ends in 2026.

Reviewers praise the upscale cabin, quiet ride and rare third row but consistently mark it down for short range, slow charging and a cramped third row. It is never the pick in comparisons and has won no major awards.