BMW i5 xDrive40 vs Mercedes-Benz EQB 250+ Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | BMW i5 | Mercedes-Benz EQB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$83,900 | C$67,900 |
| Range (Claimed) | 447 km | 422 km |
| Battery Capacity | 84 kWh | 70.5 kWh |
| Motor Power | 216 kW | 140 kW |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 160 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.4s (0-100 km/h)s | 8.9s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | N/A | 32 min (10-80%) |
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats |
BMW i5 vs Mercedes-Benz EQB: Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz EQB is the more affordable choice at C$67,900, undercutting the other by about C$16,000. The BMW i5 travels further on a charge, with a claimed 447 km versus 422 km — roughly 25 km more. The BMW i5 is the more powerful EV, producing 216 kW to the other's 140 kW.
Choose the BMW i5 if you want more driving range between charges (447 km); pick the Mercedes-Benz EQB if a lower purchase price (C$67,900) matters more to you.
BMW i5 vs Mercedes-Benz EQB
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Spec Score(16 specs)
10
16 specs
BMW i5
Best
0
16 specs
Mercedes-Benz EQB
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Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$83,900
C$67,900
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
447 km
422 km
Battery
↑ higher
84 kWh
70.5 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
216 kW
140 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
5.4s (0-100 km/h)s
8.9s (0-100 km/h)s
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
84 kWh
70.5 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
447 km
422 km
Range Standard
EPA
EPA
Fast Charging
N/A
32 min (10-80%)
Normal Charging
N/A
9 hrs (240V)
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
216 kW
140 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
230 km/h
160 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
5.4s (0-100 km/h)s
8.9s (0-100 km/h)s
Seating Capacity
5 seats
7 seats
Dimensions
Length
5060 mm
4684 mm
Width
1900 mm
1834 mm
Height
1515 mm
1667 mm
Wheelbase
↑ higher
2995 mm
2829 mm
Features
BMW i5
- All-Wheel Drive
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- + 4 more
Mercedes-Benz EQB
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- + 2 more
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
6
of 11 wins
BMW i5
Best Overall
0
of 11 wins
Mercedes-Benz EQB
Comparing:
BMW i5 (xDrive40) vs Mercedes-Benz EQB (250+)
| Spec name |  Electric BMW i5xDrive40 C$83,900 2027EMI → |  Electric Mercedes-Benz EQB250+ C$67,900 2026EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$83,900 | C$67,900 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$1,329/mo | C$1,076/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 216 kW Best | 140 kW | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 84 kWh Best | 70.5 kWh | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | 820 Nm | 385 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 230 km/h Best | 160 km/h | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 5.4s (0-100 km/h)s Best | 8.9s (0-100 km/h)s | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 447 km Best | 422 km | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | EPA | EPA | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | N/A | 32 min (10-80%) | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | N/A | 9 hrs (240V) | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | 5060 mm | 4684 mm | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | 1900 mm | 1834 mm | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | 1515 mm | 1667 mm | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | 2995 mm Best | 2829 mm | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Seating Capacity Maximum number of passengers | 5 seats | 7 seats | |
Key Features Comparison
- All-Wheel Drive
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto