Mercedes EQA 250+ vs Kia Niro EV Long Range
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) has a starting price of $39600, while the Mercedes EQA 250+ (2023-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mercedes EQA 250+ | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available in the USA | No | Yes |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $39600 |
| Price USA (Used) | - Price USA (Used) | $22242 |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 6.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The Mercedes EQA 250+ (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…).
| Property | Mercedes EQA 250+ | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 253 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 348 mi | 288 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 286 mi | 242 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 73.9 kWh | 68 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 70.5 kWh | 64.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 24.7 kWh/100 mi | 26.8 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.06 mi/kWh | 3.73 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.6 | 7.2 |
Charging
| Property | Mercedes EQA 250+ | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 9.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 112 kW | 85 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 5.6 | 5.7 |
Performance
| Property | Mercedes EQA 250+ | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 140 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 188 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 284 lb-ft | 188 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 8.3 s | 7.1 s |
| Top Speed | 99 mph | 104 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
| Property | Mercedes EQA 250+ | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 175.7 in | 174 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 79.5 in | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Height | 63.8 in | 61.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 107.1 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Mercedes EQA 250+ | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4530 lb | 3721 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 12 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 46.6 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 0.7 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1653 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 6.2 |
