Mercedes EQA 300 4MATIC

Overview

The 2023 Mercedes EQA 300 4MATIC was Merc's stylish entry into the compact electric SUV game, offering a taste of luxury with dual-motor all-wheel drive. Think of it as a GLA with a battery heart! While not officially gracing US showrooms, this baby Benz aimed to blend premium feel with zero-emission motoring. The 300 4MATIC trim specifically brought that extra punch and all-weather grip. Pricing for the US market isn't available as it was primarily an EU offering and is now discontinued, but it targeted the premium end of the small e-SUV segment.

What's New for 2023?

For its final model year before discontinuation, the 2023 EQA 300 4MATIC was largely a carryover, having been introduced fairly recently in 2021. Mercedes focused on refining the existing package rather than rolling out massive changes. European buyers might have seen minor software tweaks or slight adjustments in standard equipment lists, but no major powertrain or design overhauls were noted for this specific trim. It was more about steady evolution for this compact electric contender as it wrapped up its short production run.

Design & Exterior

The EQA 300 4MATIC rocks that signature Mercedes EQ look with a smooth 'black panel' grille and a distinctive full-width LED light bar at the rear – proper futuristic vibes! It's clearly related to the GLA but with an EV twist, often rolling on stylish 18-inch alloys. Dimensionally, it’s a neat 175.7 inches long, 72.2 inches wide (sans mirrors!), and 63.8 inches tall, making it city-friendly yet substantial. It's a handsome, if slightly conservative, electric crossover that sadly missed an official US debut.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Inside, the EQA 300 4MATIC is pure Mercedes: posh feel, quality materials, and those cool turbine air vents. You get the expansive MBUX infotainment, likely with twin screens for the digital cockpit and central display, plus standard Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. Passenger space is decent, though rear legroom is snug for taller adults. Cargo-wise, there's 12 cubic feet in the trunk, expanding to a useful 46.6 cubic feet with seats folded. Alas, no frunk for your charging cables here, folks! It’s all about that premium compact experience.

Performance & Driving Experience

The EQA 300 4MATIC packs a dual-motor punch (IM front, PMSM rear) for confident all-wheel drive. You get 168 kW (around 225 hp) and 288 lb-ft of torque, zipping you to 60 mph in 7.4 seconds, topping out at 99 mph. Expect a smooth, refined Mercedes drive, prioritizing comfort. Adjustable regenerative braking helps claw back miles. Towing capacity wasn't specified for this model, so don't plan on hauling big trailers. It’s a competent, if not thrilling, performer, ideal for a relaxed, premium EV experience.

Range, Battery & Charging

Juice comes from a 66.5 kWh usable battery, giving a Green Cars Compare estimated 'real-world' range of 231 miles – pretty decent! Efficiency is rated at 3.47 mi/kWh. At home, the standard 9.6 kW on-board AC charger means an overnight top-up. On the road, DC fast charging maxes out at 112 kW via its 400V architecture. While the EU model used a CCS Type 2 port, a US version would've had a CCS Type 1 port. No vehicle-to-load (V2L) party tricks were advertised for this particular trim.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

While not tested by NHTSA (it missed the US boat!), the EQA 300 4MATIC boasts a strong 5-star Euro NCAP rating. Expect a solid suite of Mercedes safety kit. Standard features likely included automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring. More advanced goodies like adaptive cruise control with steering assist were probably on the options list, typical for Merc. So, it’s well-equipped to keep you safe, even if you had to import one to the States.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

If the EQA 300 4MATIC had landed stateside, expect Mercedes' typical EV warranty: around 4 years/50,000 miles basic, and a robust 8 years/100,000 miles for the battery, ensuring longevity. Powertrain coverage would align. Complimentary maintenance isn't usually a big Mercedes headliner in the US. As a discontinued model with a short 2021-2023 run primarily in Europe, specific long-term reliability insights are scarce, but it’s built on Mercedes’ generally solid engineering, albeit with EV complexities.