Kia EV3 Long Range vs Mercedes EQA 250+
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
General Info
The Mercedes EQA 250+ (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €52205. The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) is announced, but not yet in production.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | Mercedes EQA 250+ |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Germany, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available in the USA | Yes | No |
| Price Europe (New) | €43000 | €52205 |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Mercedes EQA 250+ (2023-…).
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | Mercedes EQA 250+ |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 501 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 600 km | 560 km |
| Range (GCC) | 493 km | 461 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 81.4 kWh | 73.9 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 78 kWh | 70.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km | 15.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.32 km/kWh | 6.54 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.9 | 8.6 |
Charging
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | Mercedes EQA 250+ |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 135 kW | 112 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 5.6 |
Performance
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | Mercedes EQA 250+ |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 140 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 188 hp |
| Motor Torque | 283 Nm | 385 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 s | 8.6 s |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | Mercedes EQA 250+ |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4300 mm | 4463 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2020 mm |
| Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2680 mm | 2729 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | Mercedes EQA 250+ |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1950 kg | 2055 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 460 l | 340 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1250 l | 1320 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 25 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6 | 6.4 |
