Mercedes-Benz EQ-Class vs BMW X3
What's the difference?

Mercedes-Benz EQ-Class

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2020 price

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BMW X3

$88,100 - $131,400

2026 price

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Summary

2020 Mercedes-Benz EQ-Class

2026 BMW X3

By Matt Campbell

By Mark Oastler

Safety Rating

Electric motor type

Permanent Magnet

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Vehicle type

Battery Electric

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Electric range

417 km

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Energy consumption

21.5 kWh/100km

Battery capacity

80.00 kWh

Seating

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Likes

Luxury unparalleled in the EV space… for now
A practical and pleasant commuter
Impressive equipment levels

M performance
Rear seat knee/headroom
Versatile family/driver’s car

Dislikes

Ride can be wobbly
Real world range reliant on conditions
Recharging speed limited

No ANCAP
Prefers premium fuel
Rear seat shoulder room for three adults

2020 Mercedes-Benz EQ-Class Summary

The Mercedes-Benz EQC has been on sale in Australia for a little while now, and aside from the local launch event we haven’t had a chance to spend any quality time with the brand’s first fully electric SUV. Until now.

The EQC 400, as it’s officially known, is the German luxury maker’s first foray into the full-EV landscape, and could arguably be seen as the first true luxury electric SUV on sale in Australia. I mean, yeah, there’s the Jaguar i-Pace, but it has a more premium-sporting intent than the EQC, and the Tesla Model X isn’t aimed at a luxury customer, more so a technologically-minded buyer.

So what’s the Merc EQC like to actually live with? We drove it for a week to find out.

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2026 BMW X3 Summary

BMW has recently launched its fourth-generation (G45) X3 range, which comprises three petrol variants including the entry-level 20 xDrive, mid-grade 30e xDrive PHEV and top-shelf M50 xDrive.

The new trio brings revised powertrains, new exterior and interior styling, increased standard equipment, enhanced technology and an emphasis on the use of sustainable materials.

We recently trialled the five-seater flagship to see if it has the right mix of performance and practicality to maintain the X3’s enduring appeal for Aussie families.

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Deep dive comparison

2020 Mercedes-Benz EQ-Class 2026 BMW X3

Verdict

When I was telling my colleagues about the Mercedes-Benz EQC my summary was, basically, it’s the best electric luxury car I’ve driven.

It’s plusher than a Jaguar i-Pace, more polished than a Tesla Model X - indeed, it feels like a different kind of electric car to both of those models. It’s an impressive foray into the segment, and we can’t wait for the chance to put it against some like-minded electric European luxury SUVs at some point in the future.

Verdict

This is a highly competent all-rounder, given that it has the comfort and practicality for urban family duties yet with its revered M breeding can produce a level of performance which, in competent hands, could hold its own at a track day where its capabilities could be safely explored.

Mercedes-Benz EQ-Class vs BMW X3 What's the difference?

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Verdict

Mercedes-Benz EQ-Class vs BMW X3
What's the difference?