Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQB 250+ vs Skywell ET5 72 kWh
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General Info
The Skywell ET5 72 kWh (2022-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €47290. The Mercedes EQB 250+ (2022-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €34585 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250+ | Skywell ET5 72 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2023 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Hungary | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €47290 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €34585 | €16999 |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Mercedes EQB 250+ (2022-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Skywell ET5 72 kWh (2022-...).
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250+ | Skywell ET5 72 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 507 km | 456 km |
| Range (GCC) | 419 km | 374 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 73.9 kWh | 72 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 70.5 kWh | 68 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km | 18.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.94 km/kWh | 5.5 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.4 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQB 250+ (2022-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Skywell ET5 72 kWh (2022-...) maxes out at 80 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250+ | Skywell ET5 72 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 80 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Skywell ET5 72 kWh (2022-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250+ | Skywell ET5 72 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | IM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 140 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 188 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 385 Nm | 320 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 s | 7.9 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The Skywell ET5 72 kWh (2022-...) 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+ | Skywell ET5 72 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4684 mm | 4698 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2020 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1834 mm | 1908 mm |
| Height | 1667 mm | 1696 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2829 mm | 2800 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQB 250+ (2022-2023) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250+ | Skywell ET5 72 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2115 kg | 1880 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 495 l | 467 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1710 l | 1141 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7 | 6.7 |
