Mercedes EQA 250+ vs Kia EV3 Long Range
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 | Mercedes EQA 250+ | Kia EV3 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available in the USA | No | Yes |
| Price Europe (New) | €52205 | €43000 |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 6.8 |
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 | Mercedes EQA 250+ | Kia EV3 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 501 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 560 km | 600 km |
| Range (GCC) | 461 km | 493 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 73.9 kWh | 81.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 70.5 kWh | 78 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.3 kWh/100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.54 km/kWh | 6.32 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.6 | 8.9 |
Charging
| Property | Mercedes EQA 250+ | Kia EV3 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 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 | 5.6 | 6.3 |
Performance
| Property | Mercedes EQA 250+ | Kia EV3 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 | 385 Nm | 283 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 s | 7.7 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
| Property | Mercedes EQA 250+ | Kia EV3 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4463 mm | 4300 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2020 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Height | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2729 mm | 2680 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Mercedes EQA 250+ | Kia EV3 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2055 kg | 1950 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 340 l | 460 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1320 l | 1250 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 25 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 6 |
