Mercedes-Benz EQB 250 2025 vs BMW Neue Klasse SUV

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thumb image Mercedes-Benz EQB 250 2025 US$ 54,000
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thumb image BMW Neue Klasse SUV US$ 50,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Mercedes-Benz BMW
Model EQB 250 2025 Neue Klasse SUV (Vision Neue Klasse X / Next-Gen iX3)
Vehicle Type Electric Electric SUV (Sports Activity Vehicle)
Trims EQB 250, EQB 300, and EQB 350 To be announced (likely xDrive variants)
Release Date September 2024 Late 2025 (production start)
Status Available Upcoming (Concept shown, production pending)
Made In Germany Debrecen, Hungary (new BMW EV plant)
Body Type SUV SUV (between BMW X3 and X5 size)
Vehicle Warranty 4 years/50,000 miles Expected 4 years / 50,000 miles (standard BMW EV warranty)
Colors Standard Colors: Polar White, Black, Cosmos Black Metallic Premium Metallic Colors: Mountain Gray, Digital White, Selenite Gray, Night Black Optional: MANUFAKTUR custom colors (extra cost) To be announced

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single electric motor BMW 6th-Generation eDrive Electric Motors
Horsepower 225 hp 400–500 hp (expected, not officially disclosed)
Torque 284 lb-ft Estimated 500+ Nm
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 7.0 seconds 4.5–5.0 sec (expected)
Top Speed 100 mph 130 mph (limited)
Range 260 miles 400 miles (EPA est.)
Drivetrain Rear-wheel drive (RWD) Dual-motor AWD (xDrive)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (NMC) Lithium-ion, prismatic cell (BMW Gen6)
Battery Capacity 70.5 kWh 100 kWh (est.)
Power Consumption 35 kWh/100 miles 15–17 kWh/100 km (est.)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles (expected)
Home Charging Speed (Level 2, 240V, 11 kW) 7.5 kW 11–22 kW AC
Supercharging Speed Not confirmed (BMW network + Ionity)
DC Fast Charging Speed (10-80%) in 30 min Up to 400 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour 35-40 miles 200 miles in 10 minutes (fast charging)
Charging Time 6-7 hours 10–80% in ~20 minutes (DC Fast)
Charging Connector Type CCS Combo (Type 1 for North America, Type 2 for Europe). CCS (North America: NACS from 2025 onward)
Home Charging Options Mercedes-Benz Wallbox (up to 11 kW, 600 − 600−1,200 + installation). Wallbox (11–22 kW), Standard outlet
Onboard Charger Power 100 kW max 11 kW standard, 22 kW optional

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 184.4 in (4,684 mm) 187–190 in (est.)
Width 72.2 in (1,834 mm) 75 in (est.)
Height 65.6 in (1,666 mm) 64 in (est.)
Wheelbase 111.8 in (2,839 mm) 115 in (est.)
Ground Clearance 6.3 in (160 mm) 7.5 in (est.)
Cargo Space 62.0 cu ft (1.76 m³) 28–60 cu ft (with seats down)
Curb Weight 4,475 lbs (2,030 kg) 5,000 lbs (est.)
No. of Doors 5 Doors 5
Seating Capacity 5 (optional 7-seat configuration) 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Spoke Alloys Wheels Aerodynamic Alloy Wheels
Wheel Size 18-inches 20"–22" (expected options)
Front Tire 235/55 R18 255/45 R20 (est.)
Rear Tire 235/55 R18 285/40 R20 (est.)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering (EPS) Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-speed automatic (EV)
Turning Radius 37.4 ft (11.4 m) 19 ft (est.)
Gear Box Fixed-ratio (EV direct drive) Single-speed reduction gear
Front Suspension MacPherson strut Adaptive strut (BMW adaptive system)
Rear Suspension Multi-link Multi-link independent

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot No BMW Highway Assistant (semi-autonomous)
Navigation System Yes BMW iDrive 10 with AR navigation
Adaptive Cruise Control Optional Yes
Climate Control Optional 3-zone automatic climate control
Auxiliary Auto Input No Yes (USB-C)
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Optional Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Optional Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Wireless standard
Android Auto Yes Wireless standard
Touchscreen 10.25-inch BMW Panoramic Vision + central display
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 7 speakers 12–16 (Harman Kardon / Bowers & Wilkins optional)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative braking with disc brakes Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Solid discs Ventilated Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 7 (Dual front, side, curtain, driver knee) 8
Rear Seat Belt 3-point belts for all seats Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras 360-degree camera system 360° camera system
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Likely (drive assist modes)
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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