Global EV Comparison: MG Marvel R Base vs Mercedes EQA 250
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General Info
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €46990. The Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €27380 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | MG Marvel R Base | Mercedes EQA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-… | 2021-2023 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €46990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €23950 | €27380 |
| GCC Score | 5.9 | 6.2 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the MG Marvel R (2021-…) has a larger battery, the Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | MG Marvel R Base | Mercedes EQA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 402 km | 496 km |
| Range (GCC) | 342 km | 417 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 75 kWh | 69.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 70 kWh | 66.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.5 kWh/100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.89 km/kWh | 6.27 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.2 | 7.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 112 kW, while the MG Marvel R (2021-…) maxes out at 94 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | MG Marvel R Base | Mercedes EQA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 94 kW | 112 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.9 | 5.4 |
Performance
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) is rear-wheel drive, while the Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023) offers a front-wheel drive system.
Although the Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023) has more power, the MG Marvel R (2021-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | MG Marvel R Base | Mercedes EQA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | IM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 132 kW | 140 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 177 hp | 188 hp |
| Motor Torque | 410 Nm | 385 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 s | 8.6 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.1 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023).
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | MG Marvel R Base | Mercedes EQA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4674 mm | 4463 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2097 mm | 2020 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1919 mm | 1834 mm |
| Height | 1618 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2804 mm | 2729 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) 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 MG Marvel R (2021-…), but the Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023) doesn’t have one.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 750 kg).
| Property | MG Marvel R Base | Mercedes EQA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1885 kg | 2040 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 357 l | 340 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1396 l | 1320 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 150 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 6.4 |
