Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQB 250 vs Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range
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General Info
The Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range (2025-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €45000. The Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €31950 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250 | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2023 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Hungary | France |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €45000 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €31950 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range (2025-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023).
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250 | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 474 km | 581 km |
| Range (GCC) | 396 km | 494 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 69.7 kWh | 101 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 66.5 kWh | 96.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km | 19.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.95 km/kWh | 5.1 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 7.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 160 kW, while the Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023) maxes out at 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250 | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 160 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 6.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023) has more power, the Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250 | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | IM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 287 kW | 170 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 385 hp | 228 hp |
| Motor Torque | 385 Nm | 345 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 s | 8.8 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4 | 3.6 |
Dimensions
The Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range (2025-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250 | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4684 mm | 4652 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2020 mm | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1834 mm | 1936 mm |
| Height | 1667 mm | 1692 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2829 mm | 2795 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250 | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2110 kg | 2246 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 495 l | 565 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1710 l | 1668 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7 | 7.4 |
