Hyundai Kona Electric vs Mercedes-Benz EQB

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Hyundai Kona Electric has the higher published DC charging figure at 105 kW, which is roughly 3% higher than the Mercedes-Benz EQB at 102 kW. In practice, that figure only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the published fast-charge window, the Mercedes-Benz EQB is listed at about 35 minutes, which is 2 minutes quicker than the Hyundai Kona Electric at 37 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Mercedes-Benz EQB has a WLTP rated range of approximately 536 km, which is roughly 22 km more than the Hyundai Kona Electric at approximately 514 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The Hyundai Kona Electric consumes 168 Wh/km, compared to 170 Wh/km for the Mercedes-Benz EQB. That means the Hyundai Kona Electric uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The Mercedes-Benz EQB has approximately 70.5 kWh of useable battery , while the Hyundai Kona Electric has approximately 65.4 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

The Hyundai Kona Electric has the higher published DC figure at up to 105 kW, but the Mercedes-Benz EQB has the shorter published charge time at approximately 35 minutes versus approximately 37 minutes. On road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Mercedes-Benz EQB supports up to 11 kW (22 kW optional), compared to up to 11 kW for the Hyundai Kona Electric. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can matter at those locations if the higher AC figure is fitted on the car you buy.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the Hyundai Kona Electric is the more efficient choice at 168 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Mercedes-Benz EQB has a WLTP rated range of approximately 536 km, which is roughly 22 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.