Car A
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.
Mercedes-Benz B 300 e
Suv · Electric · AWD
vs
Kia EV3 Base
Suv · Electric · AWD
Car B
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.
Why compared
same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profile
Usage fit
Family
63
/
40
City
65
/
66
Budget / value
49
/
54
Road trip
58
/
36
Performance
22
/
24
Cargo
34
/
30
Practical
46
/
44
Premium
48
/
18
Winter
36
/
24
Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz B 300 e · Orange = Kia EV3 Base
Specs side-by-side
Spec
Mercedes-Benz B 300 e
Kia EV3 Base
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.
Pros & cons
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
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
Verdict
Pick Mercedes-Benz B 300 e if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz B 300 e is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Kia EV3 Base if…
Performance & capability
Kia EV3 Base is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.