USA EV Comparison: Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC vs Volkswagen ID.5 GTX
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General Info
Both vehicles have been discontinued and were never available for sale in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2023 | 2022-2023 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2022-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2021-2023).
| Property | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 272 mi | 321 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 231 mi | 275 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 69.7 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 66.5 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 28.8 kWh/100 mi | 28 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.47 mi/kWh | 3.57 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 7.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2022-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 135 kW, while the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2021-2023) maxes out at 112 kW.
The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2022-2023) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2021-2023) is limited to 9.6 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 9.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 112 kW | 135 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 6.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2022-2023) has more power, the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2021-2023) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.
| Property | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 215 kW | 220 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 288 hp | 295 hp |
| Motor Torque | 384 lb-ft | 339 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8 s | 6 s |
| Top Speed | 99 mph | 111 mph |
| Performance Score | 4.5 | 4.6 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2022-2023) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2021-2023).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 175.7 in | 180.4 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 79.5 in | 83 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 72.2 in | 72.9 in |
| Height | 63.8 in | 63.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 108.9 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2022-2023) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2022-2023) has a towing capacity of up to 2645 lb, whereas the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2021-2023) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4641 lb | 4777 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 12 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 46.6 ft3 | 55.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 2645 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 6.7 |
