The EQB is an all-new model for the Mercedes-Benz lineup and should be on sale in North America sometime this summer.
Pros Practical interior, brisk acceleration with upgraded powertrain, nicely-trimmed interior.
Cons Third row isn't very roomy, battery takes up some cargo space, fussy infotainment system.
In an increasingly crowded field of electric crossovers, the boxy 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQB offers something refreshingly against-the-grain.
Pros Just-right shape bridges boxy and aero Quiet, comfortable ride Available third-row seat Sliding second-row seat No sci-fi EV gimmickry
Cons Premium price Lower range than most rivals Third row is tiny Infotainment screens’ learning curve Top active safety costs extra
Kia has finally joined the booming city-SUV class.
Pros Modern design Perky economical engine Runs on regular unleaded Long list of standard equipment Roomy boot Seven-year warranty
Cons Service intervals are short at 10,000km Service costs a touch on the high side Rear camera is fuzzy at night Lacks rear cross-traffic alert and blind zone warning
Pros Easy to drive Reassuring seven-year warranty Colourful personalisation options
Cons Cramped back seats Rather noisy at speed Cabin feels cheap in places
PROS It's a great-looking little thing Well-sorted steering and handling Seven-year warranty wth no strings attached
CONS Gets a bit rowdy on coarse roads Cheap and reflective dash plastic $5000 hike over related Rio GT-Line
