Global EV Comparison: Subaru Solterra AWD vs Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) has a starting price of €49990, compared to the Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC (2023-…), which starts at €55519.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Hungary |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €49990 | €55519 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €34990 | €34900 |
| 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 | Subaru Solterra AWD | Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 365 km | 330 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 466 km | 448 km |
| Range (GCC) | 372 km | 350 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 71.4 kWh | 69.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 66.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.2 kWh/100 km | 19 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.81 km/kWh | 5.26 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.6 | 5.8 |
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 | Subaru Solterra AWD | Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 5.4 |
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 | Subaru Solterra AWD | Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 160 kW | 168 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 215 hp | 225 hp |
| Motor Torque | 337 Nm | 390 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.9 s | 8 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.7 | 3.7 |
Dimensions
The Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) and Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC (2023-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4690 mm | 4684 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2020 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1860 mm | 1834 mm |
| Height | 1650 mm | 1667 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 2829 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 | Subaru Solterra AWD | Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2010 kg | 2165 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 452 l | 495 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 784 l | 1710 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 1700 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 7.4 |
