2022 Mercedes-Benz EQB vs 2024 Hyundai Kona Comparison

    Mercedes-Benz EQB

    Hyundai Kona

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    2022 Mercedes-Benz
    EQB
    vs
    2024 Hyundai
    Kona
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv small category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.5.
    0.0
    7.5
    7.9
    0.0
    Based on the Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC
    Based on the Hyundai Kona ELECTRIC PREMIUM
    Best suitable for...
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    City drivingCity driving
    FunFun
    Fuel Efficiency
    NA
    38L - 50L
    148 to 450 km
    Warranty
    3 year - 5 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    -
    $32,500 - $71,000
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    CarExpert's Take

    James Wong
    Marketplace Editor
    James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Added punch, grip of dual-motor drivetrain...
    • ... while remaining comfortable and refined
    • Retains the GLB's spacious cabin
    Misses
    • No seven-seat option in this spec
    • Real-world driving range isn't enough
    • Very pricey, off the pace in several metrics
    Scott Collie
    Contributor
    Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Spacious, polished interior
    • Smoother, more refined drive
    • Space-saver spare rare in this segment
    Misses
    • Expensive relative to base Kona Electric...
    • ...and crosses into Ioniq 5 price territory
    • 100kW DC fast-charging isn't great

    Standard Features

    Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    Wireless phone charger
    Powered tailgate
    Rear air vents
    Adaptive cruise control
    Climate control
    Reversing sensors
    Reversing camera
    Autonomous emergency braking

    Optional Features

    • AMG Leather - Black (+$1,700)
    • Interior Wood Trim (+$300)
    • Interior Wood Trim - Alternate Pricing (+$300)
    • Magno Paint (+$3,300)
    • Mercedes-Benz Wallbox Gen 1.5 - Type 2 AC (+$1,709)
    • Premium Paint (+$595)

    Specs

    Type
    ELECTRICTUR GASOLINE DIR INJ, GASOLINE DIRECT INJ, ELECTRIC, MULTI POINT F/INJ
    Size (cc)
    -1580 - 1999
    Size (L)
    0.02.0L, 1.6L, 0.0
    Induction
    NOT APPLICABLETURBO 4, INLINE 4, NOT APPLICABLE
    Camshaft
    NOT APPLICABLEVARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, NOT APPLICABLE
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    -16
    Power
    140kW - 215kW77kW - 206kW
    Power RPM
    -5500 - 6200
    Torque
    385Nm - 520Nm144Nm - 395Nm
    Torque RPM
    -1600 - 4500
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    -9.5 - 14

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