BMW iX1 sDrive20 vs Mercedes-Benz B 300 e

BMW iX1 sDrive20

Suv · Electric · RWD

Mercedes-Benz B 300 e

Suv · Electric · AWD

Car A

BMW iX1 sDrive20

The BMW iX1 sDrive20 is a compact electric SUV that blends a family-sized 540 L boot and five seats with a usable 440 km range. Performance is smooth rather than quick, making it a solid choice for growing families and road trips with good value in its segment.

5 seatsSuvElectric5-star safetyElectric

Car B

Mercedes-Benz B 300 e

A five-seat AWD EV that balances everyday pace with a long 500 km range and usable space for families. Less suited to performance thrills or hauling very bulky loads.

5 seatsSuvElectric5-star safetyAWDElectric

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 65 / 63

City 45 / 65

Budget / value 28 / 49

Road trip 63 / 58

Performance 35 / 22

Cargo 38 / 34

Practical 32 / 46

Premium 49 / 48

Winter 44 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW iX1 sDrive20 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz B 300 e

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW iX1 sDrive20 Mercedes-Benz B 300 e

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Pros & cons

BMW iX1 sDrive20

Family-friendly SUV space with 540 L trunk and five seats
440 km range supports commuting and road trips
Smooth EV drive with 204 hp and 8.6 s 0–100 km/h for confident merging
Good value in its segment at around 46000
Price won’t suit strict budget-focused buyers
8.6 s 0–100 km/h won’t satisfy performance seekers
Rear-wheel drive may not suit those prioritizing all-weather traction
Five-seat layout means no third row for larger families

Mercedes-Benz B 300 e

AWD traction adds confidence in city and mixed-weather driving
500 km range from a 78 kWh battery supports commuting and road trips
Brisk acceleration (0–100 km/h in 6.8 s) eases merging and passing
Five seats and a 480 L trunk suit growing families’ daily needs
Enthusiasts may want more excitement; 180 km/h top speed and 6.8 s 0–100 are brisk, not sporty
Cargo‑heavy users could find the 480 L trunk limiting
Only five seats with no third row for larger families
Price of 45,000 may not fit tighter budgets

Verdict

Pick BMW iX1 sDrive20 if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

BMW iX1 sDrive20 is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz B 300 e if…

All-wheel drive

Mercedes-Benz B 300 e's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW iX1 sDrive20

Mercedes-Benz B 300 e

Verdict

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