REPRESENTATIVE PHOTOVitali Adutskevich / PexelsOur verdict
7.6 / 10The Mercedes-Benz EQB is a competent, spacious all-electric SUV that trades on the brand's prestige and MBUX technology rather than cutting-edge EV engineering. As the only seven-seat electric SUV in its price bracket in the UAE, it fills a genuine gap — but a 66.5 kWh battery and modest real-world range mean it is best suited to urban and intercity rather than long-distance desert driving.
Who it's for — Premium brand loyalists and families who need electric seven-seat flexibility in a compact-SUV footprint, with the confidence of a Gargash dealer network and Mercedes warranty behind them.
PROS
- +Only seven-seat electric SUV available in the UAE under AED 300,000
- +Polished MBUX infotainment with wireless CarPlay, Android Auto, and EV-aware navigation
- +Established Gargash dealer and service network across the UAE
- +Upmarket Mercedes interior quality with 64-colour ambient lighting
- +112 kW DC fast charging (10–80% in approx. 29 minutes)
CONS
- –66.5 kWh battery gives modest real-world range (~345 km) compared to newer rivals
- –Platform (MFA2) is adapted from a petrol architecture, not purpose-built for EVs
- –Third-row seats are very compact — adult use is impractical
- –No V2L (vehicle-to-load) functionality
- –EQB is being phased out globally; stock in UAE may be limited as lifecycle ends
Specifications
POWERTRAIN & PERFORMANCE
DIMENSIONS & CAPACITY
Features
SAFETY & ADAS
Autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection
Driver, front passenger, side, curtain airbags as standard
Rear cross-traffic alert and lane-change assist
Active lane-keeping with lane departure warning
Speed-adaptive cruise with stop-and-go capability in traffic
Surround-view camera system with parking guidance overlays
Active parking system with front and rear sensors
COMFORT
Electric front seats with lumbar support and memory function
Full-length glass roof with electric sunshade
Separate temperature zones for driver and passenger with rear vents
Customisable interior ambient lighting across 64 colours
Hands-free entry and push-button start
Optional fold-flat third row for up to 7 occupants (compact rear seats)
Seat heating for driver and front passenger
Qi-standard wireless charging pad in centre console
INFOTAINMENT
Mercedes-Benz User Experience with twin widescreen digital cluster and touchscreen
Natural-language voice control for navigation, climate, and media
Wireless smartphone mirroring without a cable
Route planning with charge-stop optimisation and range prediction
Remote preconditioning, charging management, and over-the-air updates via smartphone app
Premium 9-speaker Burmester audio system
Trim ladder
| PRICE | AED 263,900 | AED 283,900 |
| POWER | 228 hp | 292 hp |
| 0–100 KM/H | 8 s | 6.2 s |
| FUEL | Electric | Electric |
| ECONOMY | 19.3 kWh/100km | 19.3 kWh/100km |
| DRIVE | AWD | AWD |
Mercedes-Benz
Brilliant new, but the complexity that delivers that polish gets expensive to keep perfect long-term.
The luxury benchmark — engineered to a high standard for its warranty window, superb when new.
In the UAE — Strong badge resale; budget for proper servicing to protect it.
Where to get it
Official listings are GCC spec. Grey-market imports may be other specs (US, Chinese, Japan) — always confirm the spec, as it affects warranty, A/C cooling and resale.
BUY FROM
Gargash Enterprises is the authorised Mercedes-Benz distributor for Dubai and Northern Emirates. Emirates Motor Company (Abu Dhabi) covers the capital and Al Ain region.
https://www.mercedes-benz-mena.com/dubai/en/ ↗RENT FROM
Rental partners coming soon
Warranty — 3 years / unlimited km · Gargash Mercedes-Benz UAE provides 3-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty on EQ models. Extended warranty up to 8 years / 160,000 km available through the Gargash Extended Warranty Program. Battery certificate and EQ-specific service packages available through Gargash service centres.
Frequently asked
How much does the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQB cost in the UAE?+
The Mercedes-Benz EQB ranges from AED 263,900 (EQB 300 4MATIC) to AED 283,900 for the top trim in the UAE, GCC spec.
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQB worth buying?+
Caralog rates the Mercedes-Benz EQB 7.6/10. The Mercedes-Benz EQB is a competent, spacious all-electric SUV that trades on the brand's prestige and MBUX technology rather than cutting-edge EV engineering. As the only seven-seat electric SUV in its price bracket in the UAE, it fills a genuine gap — but a 66.5 kWh battery and modest real-world range mean it is best suited to urban and intercity rather than long-distance desert driving.
Who should buy the Mercedes-Benz EQB?+
Premium brand loyalists and families who need electric seven-seat flexibility in a compact-SUV footprint, with the confidence of a Gargash dealer network and Mercedes warranty behind them.
What are the pros and cons of the Mercedes-Benz EQB?+
Pros: Only seven-seat electric SUV available in the UAE under AED 300,000; Polished MBUX infotainment with wireless CarPlay, Android Auto, and EV-aware navigation; Established Gargash dealer and service network across the UAE; Upmarket Mercedes interior quality with 64-colour ambient lighting; 112 kW DC fast charging (10–80% in approx. 29 minutes). Cons: 66.5 kWh battery gives modest real-world range (~345 km) compared to newer rivals; Platform (MFA2) is adapted from a petrol architecture, not purpose-built for EVs; Third-row seats are very compact — adult use is impractical; No V2L (vehicle-to-load) functionality; EQB is being phased out globally; stock in UAE may be limited as lifecycle ends.
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQB reliable, and does it hold its value?+
Mercedes-Benz has average reliability and strong resale in the UAE. Brilliant new, but the complexity that delivers that polish gets expensive to keep perfect long-term.
How fast is the Mercedes-Benz EQB?+
The Mercedes-Benz EQB makes 228 hp and does 0–100 km/h in 8s (top speed 160 km/h).
What is the fuel economy of the Mercedes-Benz EQB?+
The Mercedes-Benz EQB returns about 19.3 kWh/100km combined, with up to 423 km of electric range.
How many seats does the Mercedes-Benz EQB have?+
The Mercedes-Benz EQB seats 7, with 495 litres of boot space.
Where can I buy the Mercedes-Benz EQB in the UAE?+
Available from Gargash Enterprises LLC. 3 years / unlimited km warranty.
What are the alternatives to the Mercedes-Benz EQB?+
Cross-shop the Genesis GV60, Volvo XC40 Recharge, BMW iX3, Audi Q4 e-tron, Mercedes-Benz EQA.