Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQB 250 vs DS 8 FWD Long Range
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General Info
The DS 8 FWD Long Range (2025-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €63200. 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 | DS 8 FWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2023 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Hungary | Italy |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €63200 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €31950 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 7.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The DS 8 FWD Long Range (2025-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023).
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250 | DS 8 FWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 474 km | 750 km |
| Range (GCC) | 396 km | 638 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 69.7 kWh | 101 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 66.5 kWh | 97.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km | 15.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.95 km/kWh | 6.56 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 9.9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The DS 8 FWD Long Range (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023) maxes out at 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250 | DS 8 FWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 7.1 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023) has more power, the DS 8 FWD Long Range (2025-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250 | DS 8 FWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | IM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 287 kW | 206 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 385 hp | 276 hp |
| Motor Torque | 385 Nm | 345 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 s | 7.8 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 190 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4 | 4.1 |
Dimensions
The DS 8 FWD Long Range (2025-...) is longer and wider, but the Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023) is taller.
The DS 8 FWD Long Range (2025-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250 | DS 8 FWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4684 mm | 4834 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2020 mm | 2099 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1834 mm | 1920 mm |
| Height | 1667 mm | 1574 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2829 mm | 2905 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The DS 8 FWD Long Range (2025-...) has a towing capacity of up to 1400 kg, whereas the Mercedes EQB 250 (2022-2023) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 250 | DS 8 FWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2110 kg | 2180 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 495 l | 620 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1710 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1400 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7 | 6.7 |
