2023 MERCEDES EQB: THE BOXY BENZ GOES ELECTRIC (BETTER THAN GLB?)

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The 2023 Mercedes EQB 300 is presented as an accessible entry into the electric luxury SUV market, leveraging the familiar GLB platform. The reviewer highlights its traditional, boxy design, which aligns with Mercedes' EQ family aesthetic, featuring a distinctive front grille, a full-width light bar, and signature LED taillights. Inside, the cabin largely mirrors the GLB, offering a dual 10.25-inch display system, ample storage, and traditional climate controls, though manual seat adjustment was noted due to part shortages. Positives include the familiar interior functionality, a comfortable ride, and a quiet cabin, with the "slam dunk" being its ease of adaptation for those transitioning from gasoline Mercedes models. The "airball" is the price, which, especially with options, approaches that of a Tesla Model Y Long Range, despite offering less range. The EQB 300 delivers 225 horsepower and 288 lb-ft of torque, with a claimed range of 243 miles, and features AWD via dual motors. While praised for its practicality and familiar feel, the firm rear seats and the premium pricing are noted drawbacks.