Mercedes EQB 350 4MATIC

Overview

The 2025 Mercedes EQB 350 4MATIC is a rather posh compact electric SUV, blending practicality with that desirable three-pointed star. It’s a cracking choice for families needing versatility, offering an optional third row for seven seats. This all-wheel-drive variant packs a decent punch and typical Mercedes luxury. Expect new prices around €58,197 in Europe for this well-equipped model, with used examples for the current generation from approximately €37,990. Assembled in Hungary, it's aimed squarely at the premium end of the family EV market across Europe and the USA.

What's New for 2025?

For 2025, the EQB 350 4MATIC carries forward the slick updates from its recent facelift. This includes a flash new front-end with a star-pattern black panel grille and tweaked bumpers. Inside, you get the latest MBUX infotainment system, now with a larger 10.25-inch central screen as standard and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto – proper handy! Plus, "Plug & Charge" capability simplifies juicing up at public stations. Mercedes also beefed up the sensor tech for the driver-assistance systems, making it an even smarter cookie on the road.

Design & Exterior

The EQB 350 4MATIC boasts a distinctive, slightly boxy yet modern SUV silhouette that’s unmistakably Mercedes. It’s got a confident stance, especially with the updated front grille featuring the cool star pattern. Full LED lighting front and rear keeps things looking sharp. This trim measures up at 4684 mm in length, 1834 mm in width (excluding mirrors), and stands 1667 mm tall, making it substantial but still manageable. Its design neatly balances rugged SUV cues with the sleekness expected from the EQ electric family.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside the EQB 350 4MATIC and you’re greeted by a high-quality cabin with a premium feel, typical of Mercedes. Passenger space is generous for five, with the clever option of a third row to make it a seven-seater – perfect for the school run, though those rearmost seats are best for kids. Boot space is a practical 495 litres with five seats in play, expanding to a massive 1710 litres with the second row folded. Alas, no frunk for extra bits. The slick MBUX system with twin screens and wireless smartphone integration is standard.

Performance & Driving Experience

The EQB 350 4MATIC is no slouch, zipping from 0-100 km/h in a brisk 6.2 seconds thanks to its dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup. These motors – an induction unit at the front and a permanent magnet synchronous motor at the rear – deliver a combined punch of 215 kW and a hefty 520 Nm of torque. On the road, it offers a smooth, composed, and quiet ride, prioritising comfort. While not a fire-breathing AMG, it provides confident acceleration and secure handling, with adjustable regenerative braking modes to fine-tune your drive.

Range, Battery & Charging

Under the floor, the EQB 350 4MATIC houses a 66.5 kWh usable battery pack. Green Cars Compare calculates a real-world range of around 351 km, with an efficiency of 5.28 km/kWh. For charging, it comes standard with an 11 kW AC on-board charger (a full top-up takes about 6.5-7 hours), with a zippier 22 kW optional unit available. At a DC fast charger using its CCS Type 2 port, it can gulp down electrons at up to 100 kW, taking it from 10-80% in roughly 30-35 minutes.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

Safety is a top priority, and the EQB proudly wears a 5-star Euro NCAP rating. The 350 4MATIC comes equipped with a good suite of standard driver-assistance systems, including Active Brake Assist and Active Lane Keeping Assist, helping to keep you secure on your journeys. You can usually bolster this with an optional Driving Assistance Package, which adds features like adaptive cruise control with route-based speed adaptation and more advanced steering assistance, making long drives a doddle and city traffic less stressful.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Mercedes-Benz typically offers a comprehensive new vehicle warranty in Europe, often 2 years with unlimited kilometres, though this can vary by country. Critically for an EV, the high-voltage battery in the EQB 350 4MATIC is covered by a separate warranty, usually for 8 years or 160,000 km, guaranteeing a minimum level of capacity. Maintenance intervals are generally longer than combustion cars, focusing on checks of the electric powertrain and battery systems. Overall reliability for Mercedes EVs is proving to be solid, giving good peace of mind.