Kia EV3 Base vs Mercedes-Benz B 250

Kia EV3 Base

Suv · Electric · AWD

Mercedes-Benz B 250

Suv · Electric · AWD

Car A

Kia EV3 Base

The Kia EV3 Base combines all-wheel-drive confidence, a usable 400 km range, and a practical 5-seat layout at about 35,000, making it a solid city-focused choice with good value in its segment. Performance is brisk enough for daily use but not aimed at enthusiasts.

5 seatsSuvElectricAWDElectric

Car B

Mercedes-Benz B 250

The Mercedes-Benz B 250 is an electric AWD five-seater that blends strong power with everyday practicality for city driving and growing families. Its 400 km range and 475 L trunk support road trips, though it isn’t aimed at performance driving or cargo-heavy use.

5 seatsSuvElectric5-star safety218 hpAWDElectric

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 40 / 63

City 66 / 66

Budget / value 54 / 52

Road trip 36 / 57

Performance 24 / 21

Cargo 30 / 34

Practical 44 / 46

Premium 18 / 47

Winter 24 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Kia EV3 Base · Orange = Mercedes-Benz B 250

Specs side-by-side

Spec Kia EV3 Base Mercedes-Benz B 250

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Pros & cons

Kia EV3 Base

All-wheel drive adds traction for varied weather and urban starts
400 km range from a 64 kWh battery suits commuting and errands
5 seats and a 400 L trunk handle everyday hauling
About 35,000 pricing offers good value in its segment
Not for performance driving; 0-100 km/h in 7.5 s and 180 km/h top speed
400 km range may require planning for long highway trips
Seats five only; not suitable if you need three rows
400 L cargo space can feel tight for bulky road-trip gear

Mercedes-Benz B 250

Electric AWD traction for confident driving in varied conditions
Brisk acceleration (0–100 km/h in 6.5 s) for easy merging and overtakes
400 km range from a 60 kWh battery suits daily commutes and weekend trips
Five seats and a 475 L trunk serve growing families well
Not intended for performance driving despite solid power
475 L cargo space may be limiting for cargo-heavy needs
160 km/h top speed is lower than some alternatives
Moderate 60 kWh battery may require more frequent charging on very long journeys

Verdict

Pick Kia EV3 Base if…

Lower entry price

Kia EV3 Base starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz B 250 if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz B 250 puts out 218 hp vs 204 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Kia EV3 Base

Mercedes-Benz B 250

Verdict

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