USA EV Comparison: BMW iX3 Gen 1 vs Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC
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General Info
Both vehicles have been discontinued and were never available for sale in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2021 | 2019-2023 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) has a larger battery, the BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 286 mi | 268 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 243 mi | 226 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 80 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 74 kWh | 80 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 30.5 kWh/100 mi | 35.4 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.28 mi/kWh | 2.83 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 155 kW, while the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) maxes out at 112 kW.
The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) is limited to 9.6 kW.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 9.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 155 kW | 112 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 5.8 |
Performance
The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) is rear-wheel drive, while the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | IM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 210 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 282 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 295 lb-ft | 561 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 6.5 s | 4.9 s |
| Top Speed | 112 mph | 112 mph |
| Performance Score | 4.4 | 5.7 |
Dimensions
The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 186.4 in | 187.5 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 84.2 in | 82.5 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 74.4 in | 74.2 in |
| Height | 65.7 in | 63.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 113.1 in |
Cargo and Towing
The BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4982 lb | 5500 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 18 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 55.1 ft3 | 51.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.2 | 6.9 |
