Mercedes-Benz EQB 250 – Your gateway to electric Mercs

The Mercedes-Benz EQB 250 is one of the more accessible entries in the brand’s electric portfolio. Based on the GLB compact SUV, it keeps the familiar upright stance, boxy lines, and a seven-seat layout, but under the skin, it's fully electric. What you get is a premium EV with the usability of a family SUV, packaged with a good mix of luxury, comfort, and efficiency.

- By JACOB OLIVA

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Those are just numbers on paper. For the EQB’s real-world merit, read along.

Behind the wheel, the EQB 250 is an easy car to like. Power delivery is smooth, predictable, and tuned more for comfort than raw excitement. The strong regenerative braking deserves credit — it provides confident deceleration without feeling grabby or awkward. For drivers who want to maximize range without constantly fiddling with drive modes, this makes the EQB 250 a stress-free partner in city driving and highway runs alike.

Handling is commendable, too. Despite its size and weight — over two tons — the EQB masks its bulk reasonably well. Steering is light but accurate, making it approachable even in tighter city streets.

That said, there are compromises. Even in its sportiest DYNAMIC SELECT setting, the suspension tuning errs on the softer side. This setup works in its favor for ride comfort, especially on broken tarmac, but it can feel floaty when pushed harder or during quick transitions. For those who prefer a tauter setup, the EQB may lean more toward comfort than engagement.

Noise levels are excellent. The near-silent powertrain, combined with great NVH insulation, makes long drives serene. The only real interruptions are from wind noise around the mirrors and tire noise at higher speeds, though never at a level that breaks refinement.