More range for Mercedes-Benz EQA and EQB

The all-electric EQA and EQB compact SUVs from Mercedes-Benz have been updated with the introduction of the EQA 250+ and EQB 250+ variants. 

A Mercedes-Benz Cars New Zealand spokesperson says the new models will land later this year, but the final variants, specifications, and pricing have yet to be confirmed.

Each gains a significant boost to the indicative driving range over the outgoing EQA 250 and EQB 250, in addition to new styling and more standard equipment.

Both variants are powered by an electric motor generating 140 kW of power and 385 Nm of torque allied to a 70.5 kWh battery pack and ride-on adjustable damping suspension.

The EQA 250+ will gain an extra 54 km of range over the outgoing EQA 250 to an indicative total of 578 km (NEDC). In comparison, the EQB 250+ gains an additional 57 km over the outgoing EQB 250 to now travel an indicative 564km (NEDC).

Both variants feature a striking new front grille design adorned with a constellation of Mercedes-Benz stars and distinctive new tail-light graphics.

Inside, both models are fitted with the current-generation Mercedes-Benz multifunction sports steering wheel in Nappa leather, featuring touch control buttons, plus a new Mercedes-Benz backlit pattern trim.

Significant updates to the standard equipment of both models now include several previously optional items, such as the AMG Line exterior styling with AMG body styling, front seats with electric adjustment and memory setting, an advanced sound system, a panoramic sunroof, and standard metallic paint.

The EQB 250+ now features a third row of seats as standard, allowing seating for up to seven people, which can also be folded flat to create significant extra cargo capacity.