Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQB 250 vs Lexus RZ 300e
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General Info
While the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in Europe. 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 | Lexus RZ 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2023 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Hungary | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €31950 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023) has a larger battery, the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250 | Lexus RZ 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 428 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 474 km | 480 km |
| Range (GCC) | 396 km | 407 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 69.7 kWh | 72.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 66.5 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.95 km/kWh | 6.36 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.2 | 7.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023) maxes out at 100 kW.
The Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250 | Lexus RZ 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 5.1 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023) has more power, the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250 | Lexus RZ 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | IM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 287 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 385 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 385 Nm | 266 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 s | 8 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4 | 3.3 |
Dimensions
The Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250 | Lexus RZ 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4684 mm | 4805 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2020 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1834 mm | 1895 mm |
| Height | 1667 mm | 1635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2829 mm | 2850 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) 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 Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) 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 | Lexus RZ 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2110 kg | 1940 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 495 l | 522 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1710 l | 1451 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7 | 7.1 |
