Mercedes-Benz EQB vs Tesla Model Y

Price and cost per week

Safety Rundown

We hold no ANCAP data for the Mercedes-Benz EQB. With no pair of ratings to compare, the active-safety features in the spec table above are the fairer comparison.

Recalls on our record

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

Charging times

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to a DC fast charger, estimated from battery size and the car's own maximum charge rates.

Feature Showdown

The Mercedes-Benz EQB features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Tesla Model Y gets a 16-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Mercedes-Benz EQB stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and wireless charging — features our data doesn't list for the Tesla Model Y. The Tesla Model Y counters with Apple CarPlay, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats and power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Mercedes-Benz EQB gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Tesla Model Y offers vegan leather.

Drivetrain

The Mercedes-Benz EQB uses a Electric producing 140kW and 385Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.9 seconds.

The Tesla Model Y responds with a Electric Motor making 255kW and 340Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 5.9 seconds.

The Tesla Model Y has the clear power advantage at 255kW vs 140kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Tesla Model Y is 3.0s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 70.5kWh (Mercedes-Benz EQB) vs 60kWh (Tesla Model Y), giving WLTP ranges of 465km and 466km. DC fast charging peaks at 100kW (Mercedes-Benz EQB) vs 175kW (Tesla Model Y).

Space & Comfort

The Mercedes-Benz EQB measures 4,684mm long on a 2,829mm wheelbase, 108mm shorter than the Tesla Model Y at 4,792mm (2,890mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Tesla Model Y generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 495L in the Mercedes-Benz EQB and 854L in the Tesla Model Y, giving the Tesla Model Y a 359L advantage. The Mercedes-Benz EQB seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Mercedes-Benz EQB leads with a 1,800kg braked capacity vs 1,600kg. That 200kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Neither U-turns in one sweep on a 7 m local street (both need a three-point turn); the Mercedes-Benz EQB's turning circle is 0.7 m tighter, 11.4 m against 12.1 m kerb to kerb. The street estimate is indicative, worked from the published turning circles.

Cost to own

At 15,000 km a year, electricity for the Mercedes-Benz EQB costs about $840 a year (17.5 kWh/100km) and electricity for the Tesla Model Y about $677 a year (14.1 kWh/100km), at $1.90 a litre and 32c a kWh. That is $163 a year less for the Tesla Model Y.

Warranty: 5 years / Unlimited (Mercedes-Benz EQB) and 5 years / Unlimited (Tesla Model Y).

Where each one leads

The Mercedes-Benz EQB: the higher braked towing limit (1,800kg against 1,600kg).

The Tesla Model Y: the lower starting price ($58,900 against $84,900), more power (255kW against 140kW), the bigger boot with the seats up (854L against 495L) and lower fuel or energy costs on our assumptions ($677 a year against $840).

The Verdict

Tesla Model Y scores higher, 81 vs 69

The Tesla Model Y scores 81 to the Mercedes-Benz EQB's 69 on the CarSorted Score, and leads 7 of the 9 spec rows that separate them, at the lower price. The biggest gaps: safety (Tesla Model Y ahead by 27 points), energy efficiency (Tesla Model Y ahead by 23 points), performance (Tesla Model Y ahead by 23 points). At 15,000 km a year, electricity for the Tesla Model Y costs about $163 less (14.1 kWh/100km against 17.5 kWh/100km, at 32c a kWh). Boot space with the seats up: 495L in the Mercedes-Benz EQB, 854L in the Tesla Model Y.

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