I am thinking of buying 2023 EQB 250+. Is it reliable? I read a few reviews that talked about issues. I live in Nor Cal. Appreciate any feedback from 2023 owners. Thanks in advance.

 

You are downgrading if you go from C 350 e to a EQB 250+ though. Plus then you are going from a sedan to SUV?

 

I’ve had mine for a year. I’m really enjoying it. It’s quiet and rides nice

 

You mean, from the comfort perspective?

 

I am afraid so and the interior material quality as well.

My other concern is sound insulation downgrade.

 

Obviously the most important is if you like it and fits your needs OP, did you havw a chance to test drive one yet : ) ?

 

I beg to differ. I traded an E350in for my EQB and don’t consider it a downgrade in the least

 

That's good news for OP

 

Not yet. I am thinking of test driving it over the weekend.

 

FWIW, I've got a 2022 EQB 300 and not had a single problem. We've also got an EQS 580, and I've currently got a EQE 350 loaner in the garage, so I have a handy comparison of the models. The EQB is not on the same level in terms of luxury and materials as the other two, but really pleasant in its own way (all comments IMHO of course). I find the EQB to be just as quiet as the other two...maybe not having giant tires helps keep road noise down. The EQB seating position is much more upright, and the car has a more practical/usable rear hatch area than the other two. The EQS is just a better version of the EQE, but EQB just totally different, which I like. If I were you, I'd get at least a 300 if not a 350 for more pep. I find the 300 plenty peppy for suburban traffic, but would not want to go lower. Like all electric cars, depreciation has not been kind, and you can get killer deals on slightly used cars.

 

I traded my 2021 E53 for a 2023 EQB 350. I had been driving the E53 too fast too much of the time and decided that, in my late '70's, it was time to cultivate a more grandfatherly driving style. Although the E53 has nicer interior materials, the EQB is a match in build quality (fit and finish, bank vault solidity) and the interior is nice enough. The tall greenhouse offers outstanding sight lines and entry/exit is very easy because of the seat height. The cabin is quiet with the expected drivetrain smoothness but also with very little wind or road noise at highway speeds. In a year and a half of ownership, the only issue I have had is that one of the caps on the coolant reservoir had to be changed to the (red) vented design. I agree with nath h that you may want to go with the 300 or 350 for the extra power. Even a grandfather enjoys beating the car in the next lane across an intersection!

 

That is very good news, I am glad to hear the EQB has quality as you explained. The main concern I had with the EQB is the poor quality the GLB had, maybe it is different.

 

AWZ mentioned bank vault solid...I agree. My initial impression when I got the EQB was that it felt like MB years ago, when you'd close a door a hear a satisfying clunk. While not measurable, it just feels really solid. And agreed about the visibility and lack of noise at highway speed. I took a decibel reading at 40mph on the EQS and EQB yesterday. The EQB was quieter, surprisingly. Perhaps it is an unfair comparison though because the EQS has on DWS tires, vs. true EV tires on the EQB.

 

That is good news what were the two decibel readings?

 

Curious to hear what EV tires you have on your EQB. Mine has standard Turanza T005 235/55 R18s.

 

I am not surprised, tyres are the single most creators of noise on any car. My previous car (BMW X1 MSport 2.0 litre petrol) was far worse than my EQB.