Global EV Comparison: BMW iX3 Gen 1 vs Mercedes EQE SUV 350+
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) for as low as €30900, while the Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2022-2023) begins at €64995.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2021 | 2022-2023 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China | USA, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €30900 | €64995 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2022-2023) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021).
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 460 km | 594 km |
| Range (GCC) | 391 km | 468 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 80 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 74 kWh | 90.6 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.9 kWh/100 km | 19.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.28 km/kWh | 5.17 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 7.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2022-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 170 kW, while the BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021) maxes out at 155 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 155 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 6.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2022-2023) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 210 kW | 218 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 282 hp | 292 hp |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm | 565 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 s | 6.7 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.4 | 5.1 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2022-2023) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the BMW iX3 Gen 1 (2020-2021).
The Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2022-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4734 mm | 4863 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2138 mm | 2141 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1891 mm | 1940 mm |
| Height | 1668 mm | 1685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2864 mm | 3030 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ (2022-2023) 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).
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 750 kg).
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 1 | Mercedes EQE SUV 350+ |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2260 kg | 2430 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 510 l | 520 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1560 l | 1675 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 7.7 |
