Global EV Comparison: Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh vs Mercedes EQB 250+
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) has a starting price of €46000, compared to the Mercedes EQB 250+ (2023-…), which starts at €53514.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Mercedes EQB 250+ |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, China | Hungary |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €46000 | €53514 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €35270 |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Mercedes EQB 250+ (2023-…) has a larger battery, the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Mercedes EQB 250+ |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 505 km | 404 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 568 km | 536 km |
| Range (GCC) | 489 km | 419 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 73.1 kWh | 73.9 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 69 kWh | 70.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.1 kWh/100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.09 km/kWh | 5.94 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.1 | 7.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Mercedes EQB 250+ (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 | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Mercedes EQB 250+ |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 5.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Mercedes EQB 250+ |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | IM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 165 kW | 140 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 221 hp | 188 hp |
| Motor Torque | 269 Nm | 385 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.4 s | 8.9 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) and Mercedes EQB 250+ (2023-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Mercedes EQB 250+ |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Mercedes EQB 250+ (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…).
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Mercedes EQB 250+ |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2025 kg | 2105 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 452 l | 495 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1710 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 1400 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 7.4 |
