Global EV Comparison: Cadillac Optiq V vs Mercedes EQB 350 4MATIC
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General Info
The Mercedes EQB 350 4MATIC (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €58197. Although the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Mercedes EQB 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | Hungary |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €58197 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €37990 |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 6.2 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Mercedes EQB 350 4MATIC (2023-…).
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Mercedes EQB 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 443 km | 333 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 448 km |
| Range (GCC) | 421 km | 351 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 89 kWh | 69.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 85 kWh | 66.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.2 kWh/100 km | 18.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.95 km/kWh | 5.28 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Mercedes EQB 350 4MATIC (2023-…) maxes out at 100 kW.
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Mercedes EQB 350 4MATIC (2023-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Mercedes EQB 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 5.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Mercedes EQB 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 387 kW | 215 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 519 hp | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | 880 Nm | 520 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7 s | 6.2 s |
| Top Speed | 182 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.5 | 4.5 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Mercedes EQB 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4820 mm | 4684 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2126 mm | 2020 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1834 mm |
| Height | 1644 mm | 1667 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2954 mm | 2829 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the Mercedes EQB 350 4MATIC (2023-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Mercedes EQB 350 4MATIC (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1700 kg, whereas the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Mercedes EQB 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2470 kg | 2165 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 744 l | 495 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1603 l | 1710 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1700 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7 | 7.4 |
