Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC vs Subaru Solterra AWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC (2023-…) has a starting price of €55519, compared to the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…), which starts at €49990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC | Subaru Solterra AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Hungary | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €55519 | €49990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €34900 | €34990 |
| GCC Score | 6 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC (2023-…) has a larger battery, the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC | Subaru Solterra AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 330 km | 365 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 448 km | 466 km |
| Range (GCC) | 350 km | 372 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 69.7 kWh | 71.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 66.5 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19 kWh/100 km | 17.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.26 km/kWh | 5.81 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 6.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC | Subaru Solterra AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC (2023-…) has more power, the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC | Subaru Solterra AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 168 kW | 160 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 225 hp | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | 390 Nm | 337 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8 s | 6.9 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.7 | 3.7 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC (2023-…) and Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC | Subaru Solterra AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4684 mm | 4690 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2020 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1834 mm | 1860 mm |
| Height | 1667 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2829 mm | 2850 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC (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).
The Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…).
| Property | Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC | Subaru Solterra AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2165 kg | 2010 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 495 l | 452 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1710 l | 784 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1700 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.4 | 6.9 |
