USA EV Comparison: Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric vs Mercedes EQA 250
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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 | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2022 | 2021-2023 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium | Germany, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 6.1 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) has a larger battery, the Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 272 mi | 308 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 232 mi | 259 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 69 kWh | 69.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 67 kWh | 66.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 28.9 kWh/100 mi | 25.7 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.46 mi/kWh | 3.89 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 7.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023) maxes out at 112 kW.
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023) is limited to 9.6 kW.
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 9.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 112 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.1 | 5.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | IM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 170 kW | 140 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 228 hp | 188 hp |
| Motor Torque | 243 lb-ft | 284 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 7.1 s | 8.3 s |
| Top Speed | 99 mph | 99 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.6 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 174.8 in | 175.7 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 80.1 in | 79.5 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 73.7 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 62.8 in | 63.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 107.4 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022), but the Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023) doesn’t have one.
The Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric (2021-2022) has a towing capacity of up to 2000 lb, whereas the Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Volvo C40 Recharge (EC40) Pure Electric | Mercedes EQA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4343 lb | 4497 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 15 ft3 | 12 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 49 ft3 | 46.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.1 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 6.4 |
