The Fiat Fiat Abarth 500e 42kWh was officially introduced in November 2022. Energy is supplied by a 37.8 kWh usable, 42.2 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 264 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates Front-wheel drive 114 kW (152 hp), enabling an acceleration of 7 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 155 km/h (96 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 37000 USD.
On the other hand, making its mark in the electric vehicle market, the Mercedes EQB 300 4MATIC was announced in August 2023. At its core, it features a 66.5 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 445 km. When it comes to output, this EV produces All-Wheel Drive 168 kW (228 hp), enabling an acceleration of 8 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 160 km/h (99 mph). This model is positioned in the market with an estimated price of 53000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | November 2022 | August 2023 |
| Release date | June 2023 | October 2023 |
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Performance
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| Power | Front-wheel drive 114 kW (152 hp) | All-Wheel Drive 168 kW (228 hp) |
| Torque | 235 Nm (173 lb-ft) | 390 Nm (288 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 7 sec 0-100 km/h | 8 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | 155 km/h (96 mph) | 160 km/h (99 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 37.8 kWh usable, 42.2 kWh total | 66.5 kWh usable |
| Battery type | Water-cooled Li-ion 360V | Air-cooled Li-ion (400V type) |
| Driving range | 264 km | 445 km |
| Consumption | 17.2 kWh/100 km | 17.3 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | No | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 4 hours 15 min | Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 6.75 hours |
| Charging station | CCS 85 kW max, 0-80% in 35 min | CCS 100 kW max, 10-80% in 32 min |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 3 door hatchback, 4 seats | 5 door SUV, 5/7 seats |
| Dimensions | 3673 x 1683 x 1518 mm (144.6 x 66.3 x 59.8 in) | 4684 x 1834 x 1654 mm (184.4 x 72.2 x 65.1 in) |
| Weight | 1410 kg unladen, 1720 kg gross | 2165 kg unladen, 2600 kg gross |
| Wheels size | R17, R18 | R18, R20 |
| Trunk volume | 185 l, 550 l max | 495 l, 1710 l max |
| Front trunk | No | No |
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Display
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| Center screen | 10.25" touchscreen | 10.25" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 7" | 10.25" |
| Head-up display | No | Yes, projector type |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated front seats | Heated and cooled front seats, heated outer rear seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass roof, fixed | Panoramic glass sunroof, tilt & slide |
| Parking aids | 11 front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera or reversing camera |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
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Safety
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| Airbags | 6 airbags: side airbags, front, head airbag system | Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system |
| Driving aids | Front radar and camera. Lane Keep Assist, Lane Centering Assist, Blind Spot Alert, Autonomous Emergency Braking with pedestrians and cyclists detection, Traffic Sign Recognition, Attention Assist, High Beam assist, Drowsy Driver Detection | Traffic sign assistant, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active distance assistant Distronic, Adaptive high beam assistant, Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic function, Pedestrian warning function in the area of zebra crossings, Active Emergency Stop Assist, Active Evasive Steering Assist, Congestion emergency braking function, PRE-SAFE PLUS and Impulse Side with body-raising function, |
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| Price | 37000 USD | 53000 USD |