Mercedes-Benz EQA H243 Crossover (2021)

MSRP 47541 EUR26% Neofiliac61% External
Keywords: awdcrossoverelectric-vehiclefwdmacpherson-strutmercedesmercedes-benzmulti-linksubcompact

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Product Overview

Mercedes EQA is a full electric vehicle that shares its chassis and design with the GLA (H247) subcompact crossover. Marketed as "SUV", the EQA is launched as EQA 250 with 140kW power and a NEDC range of 486km; further battery capacity and power ratings will follow.
Part of Mercedes' move to electrify its vehicle lineup, the EQA also introduces enhanced driver aids. To improve its efficiency, the EQA features a coefficient of drag of mere 0.28.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 26% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Up to 426km electric range
Cons
  • Bland and ugly
  • Can't even reach 200km/h
  • No powerful engine options
  • Stuck with MacPherson struts in the front

What external reviewers found***

External score 61% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Good visibility
  • Decent infotainment system
  • Good standard equipment
  • Decent fuel economy
Cons
  • Lack of standard equipment
  • Lack of practicality
  • Lack of space for people and luggage
  • Lacklustre ride quality
  • No dedicated EV platform
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Specifications

EQA 250EQA 300 4MATICEQA 350 4MATIC+

Capacity

Cargo Capacity340 L / 12.0 cu-ft ~ 1320 L / 46.6 cu-ft
Passengers5
Payload505 kg / 1113 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs
Brakes | RearVentilated discsDiscDisc
Offroad | Approach Angle18.7 deg
Offroad | Breakover Angle14.2 deg
Offroad | Departure Angle21.8 deg
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Suspension | FrontMacPherson strut
Suspension | RearMulti-link
Tire Size235/55 R18235/55 R18, 235/50 R19, 235/45 R20235/55 R18, 235/50 R19, 235/45 R20
Turning Circle11.4 m / 37.4 ft

Construction

Battery | Capacity66.5 kWh (gross)79.8 kWh (gross) | 66.5 kWh (net)79.8 kWh (gross) | 66.5 kWh (net)
Battery | TypeLithium-ion
Battery | Voltage420.0 V
Body Style5-door battery-electric SUV

Dimensions

Ground Clearance154 mm / 6.1 in
Size | Height1620 mm / 63.8 in1624 mm / 63.9 in1624 mm / 63.9 in
Size | Length4463 mm / 175.7 in
Size | Width1834 mm / 72.2 in | 2020 mm / 79.5 in (mirror unfolded)
Track Width | Front1589.0 mm / 62.6 in1584.0 mm / 62.4 in1584.0 mm / 62.4 in
Track Width | Rear1593.0 mm / 62.7 in1585.0 mm / 62.4 in1585.0 mm / 62.4 in
Weight1965.0 kg / 4332.1 lbs2030.0 kg / 4475.4 lbs2030.0 kg / 4475.4 lbs
Wheel Size7.5J x 18 H27.5J x 18, 7.5J x 19, 8.5J x 207.5J x 18, 7.5J x 19, 8.5J x 20
Wheelbase2729 mm / 107.4 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h8.9 sec7.7 sec6.0 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph8.5 sec7.3 sec5.7 sec
Electric Range426.0 km / 264.7 mi411.0 km / 255.4 mi411.0 km / 255.4 mi
Top Speed160.0 km/h / 99.4 mph
Towing Capacity750 kg / 1653 lbs (w/o brakes) | 1800 kg / 3968 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-wheel driveRear-engine (transverse), All-wheel driveRear-engine (transverse), All-wheel drive
Engine | Power190 hp (140 kW)
Engine | Torque
Engine | TypeAsynchronous motor (ASM)
Transmission | Gears1-speed
Transmission | TypeAutomatic

Production

Availability2021
Debut2020-01
Made InGermany

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3rd-Party Review Videos

External Reviews

autocar[1]

Reviewer score 44%
Reviewers from autocar have found the following***:
Mercedes says more EQA variants with greater driving range are on stream but gives no figures. Positives include the driving position, which is sporting, despite the stratum of battery cells propping it up. Still, it’s a little plasticky in parts, given the £40,500 asking price, and doesn’t feel especially spacious.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Powerful electric motor
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Decent infotainment
Cons
  • Lacklustre ride quality
  • Pricier than the GLA

autoexpress[2]

Reviewer score 58%
Reviewers from autoexpress have found the following***:
The Mercedes EQA is based on the combustion-engined GLA model. Priced from around £44,500, the EQA doesn't qualify for any government grant to help reduce the on-the-road cost. The range doesn't include an 'entry-level' trim as such, so you benefit from a decent level of standard equipment.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Competitively priced
  • Decent infotainment system
Cons
  • Lack of standard equipment

autoexpress[3]

Reviewer score 74%
Reviewers from autoexpress have found the following***:
Inside you get the augmented-reality nav system from the A-Class, as well as wireless phone charging and an upgraded sound system. Premium Plus pack is another £6,000, but this adds 20-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels, an adaptive damper and a 360-degree parking camera. From April, business users running an EQA will pay Benefit in Kind tax of just one per cent.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Decent fuel economy
  • Good standard equipment
Cons
  • Lack of practicality

autoexpress[4]

Reviewer score 66%
Reviewers from autoexpress have found the following***:
The Mercedes-Benz EQA is the first mass-market electric Mercedes. It uses a 140 kW-motor (188bhp) on the front axle, and a battery around 70kWh in capacity is under the floor. The powertrain supplies enough energy for a claimed 261-mile range under the WLTP tests. Top speed is electronically muzzled to 99mph.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Compact size
  • Good visibility
Cons
  • No dedicated EV platform
  • Lack of space for people and luggage

carmagazine[5]

Reviewer score 63%
Reviewers from carmagazine have found the following***:
The Mercedes-Benz EQA is the latest addition to the growing UK EV market. Costing from £40,495 in its most basic form, it offers a lot of premium SUV-shaped EV for the money. According to Mercedes, the EQA averages 15.7kWh per 62 miles. It can cover 266 miles between jabs, and there is a long-range version good for over 310 miles already waiting in the wings.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Comfortable and cosseting ride
  • Fantastic infotainment system
Cons
  • Lacklustre ride quality

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References

  1. ^ Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 2021 UK review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/mercedes-benz/eqa/first-drives/mercedes-benz-eqa-250-2021-uk-review. 2021-03-02. Retrieved 2021-05-22.
  2. ^ Mercedes EQA review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/mercedes/eqa. 2021-05-21. Retrieved 2021-05-22.
  3. ^ New Mercedes EQA 2021 review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/mercedes/eqa/354078/new-mercedes-eqa-2021-review. 2021-03-15. Retrieved 2021-05-22.
  4. ^ New Mercedes EQA prototype review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/mercedes/eqa/354078/new-mercedes-eqa-prototype-review. 2021-01-19. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
  5. ^ Mercedes EQA prototype (2021) review. [carmagazine]. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/mercedes-benz/eqa-suv/. 2021-02-08. Retrieved 2021-03-22.

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