Global EV Comparison: Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric vs Mercedes EQB 250+

The Mercedes EQB 250+ (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €53514. The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €30890 on the used car market.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

The Mercedes EQB 250+ (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Mercedes EQB 250+ (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.

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

The Mercedes EQB 250+ (2023-…) stretches out longer, while the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) compensates with a wider stance. As for height, they’re nearly identical, so headroom should be comparable.

The Mercedes EQB 250+ (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Mercedes EQB 250+ (2023-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022), but the Mercedes EQB 250+ (2023-…) doesn’t have one.

The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Pure Electric (2022) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Mercedes EQB 250+ (2023-…).