Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQA 250 vs Kia Niro EV Long Range
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023) for as low as €27380, while the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) begins at €19979.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mercedes EQA 250 | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2023 | 2018-2022 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €27380 | €19979 |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 5.7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022).
| Property | Mercedes EQA 250 | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 385 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 496 km | 455 km |
| Range (GCC) | 417 km | 376 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 69.7 kWh | 67.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 66.5 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.27 km/kWh | 5.88 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.6 | 6.8 |
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 Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) maxes out at 77 kW.
The Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQA 250 | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 112 kW | 77 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 4.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Mercedes EQA 250 | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | IM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 140 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 188 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 385 Nm | 395 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 s | 7.8 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 167 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.8 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Mercedes EQA 250 | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4463 mm | 4375 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2020 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1834 mm | 1805 mm |
| Height | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2729 mm | 2700 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) 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 Mercedes EQA 250 (2021-2023) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2018-2022) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Mercedes EQA 250 | Kia Niro EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2040 kg | 1791 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 340 l | 451 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1320 l | 1405 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 5.5 |
