Hyundai IONIQ 9 vs Mercedes-Benz EQB
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and the Mercedes-Benz EQB as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Hyundai Motor Philippines, Inc. and IC Star Automotive, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: Hyundai Motor Philippines, via hyundai.com.
Hyundai IONIQ 9
EV Calligraphy AWD Long Range variant
- SRP
- ₱4,580,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱79,700
Photo: Mercedes-Benz Philippines (IC Star Automotive, Inc.), via mercedes-benz.ph.
Mercedes-Benz EQB
EQB 250+ Electric Art variant
- SRP
- ₱4,290,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱74,654
How they differ
- The Mercedes-Benz EQB is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱4,290,000, which is ₱290,000 (6%) below the Hyundai IONIQ 9 at ₱4,580,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the EQB is estimated at ₱74,654 a month against ₱79,700 for the IONIQ 9, a difference of ₱5,046 a month.
- The IONIQ 9 makes more power (308 PS against 190.4 PS for the EQB).
- The IONIQ 9 has more torque (605 Nm against 385 Nm for the EQB).
- The IONIQ 9 claims the longer range (600 km against 535 km for the EQB).
- The IONIQ 9 has the larger battery (110.3 kWh against 70.5 kWh for the EQB).
- The IONIQ 9 is the longer vehicle (5,060 mm against 4,484 mm for the EQB).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Hyundai IONIQ 9EV Calligraphy AWD Long Range, ₱4,580,000 | Mercedes-Benz EQBEQB 250+ Electric Art, ₱4,290,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Permanent magnet synchronous motors | Electric motor |
| Max power (differs) | 308 PS | 190.4 PS |
| Max torque (differs) | 605 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 110.3 kWh | 70.5 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | Lithium-ion, 610 V | Lithium-ion |
| Electric range (differs) | 600 km | 535 km |
| Range test cycle (differs) | n/a | WLTP (464-535 km band) |
| Motor power (differs) | n/a | 140 kW |
| AC charging (differs) | n/a | 11 kW |
| DC fast charging (differs) | n/a | 100 kW |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | Single-speed reduction gear | Single-speed |
| Drivetrain (differs) | AWD | n/a |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 5060 mm | 4484 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1980 mm | 1834 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1790 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 3130 mm | 2829 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | n/a | 2105 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Payload (differs) | n/a | 435 kg |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | MacPherson strut with dual lower arm | n/a |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-link | n/a |
| Front brake (differs) | Disc | n/a |
| Rear brake (differs) | Disc | n/a |
| Tyres (differs) | 285/45R21 | n/a |
| Wheels (differs) | 21" alloy | 19-inch 5-spoke alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with multi-collision brake | ABS with Brake Assist (BAS) |
| Airbags (differs) | 10 | n/a |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Smart cruise control with stop and go, forward collision-avoidance assist, lane keeping assist, lane following assist, blind-spot view monitor with collision-avoidance assist, reverse parking collision-avoidance assist, surround view monitor | Blind Spot Assist, Parking Package with 360-degree camera |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with hill-start assist and downhill brake control | Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Acceleration Slip Regulation |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 12.3" integrated display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 14 Bose speakers | MBUX with 10.25-inch touchscreen, Advanced Sound System |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | n/a | Apple CarPlay |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 12.3" TFT LCD with head-up display | 10.25-inch digital instrument display |
| Headlight (differs) | LED small-cube projection with intelligent front-lighting system | LED High Performance with High Beam Assist |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart key with push-button start | KEYLESS-GO Comfort Package |
| Other features (differs) | Vehicle-to-load (inside and outside), digital side mirrors | Airbags: two-stage front, window (curtain) and driver knee listed; THERMOTRONIC climate control |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 5 years or 200,000 km | 3 years |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km (high-voltage battery) | n/a |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.