Overview
The EQB 250 takes the EQA’s fundamental package and extends it into a longer body with an optional third row — creating a seven-seat compact electric SUV at a price where the only alternatives are larger and more expensive. The Kia EV9 and Hyundai ELEXIO offer genuine three-row EV capability at higher prices; the EQB offers the same count of seats in a much smaller, much more affordable package.
The third row in the EQB seats two small adults or children on short trips. It is not designed for regular adult rear-row use — the compact body simply doesn’t have the depth to make it comfortable. Folded, the third row creates a flat load floor for cargo.
Key Specification
Battery: 66.5kWh. WLTP: 419km. Drive: FWD. DC: 100kW. 0-100: approximately 8.6s. Price: ~$88,900. Seats: 7.
Verdict
The EQB 250 is for families who want a three-row Mercedes EV in a compact body. The 100kW charging and 419km range are unchanged limitations from the EQA. The seven-seat capability in this price bracket and body size is genuinely unique; that specific requirement justifies the purchase despite the charging limitations.
