Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+
Electric compact SUV · 4W · Launched 2024
₹66.0 Lakh
≈ ₹66.00 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
560 km
Battery
70.5 kWh
Top speed
160 km/h
Charge
9 hr
Power
190 bhp
Seats
5
Available colors
Overview
Mercedes EQA is the entry point into Mercedes electric. 560 km range, MBUX, and the three-pointed star — at the lowest Mercedes EV price.
Best for
First-time Mercedes buyers stepping into the luxury EV world
Pros & cons
+Pros
- Most affordable Mercedes EV at
- 560 km range — impressive
- Mercedes quality and luxury
- MBUX infotainment is excellent
−Cons
- for a compact SUV
- 150mm GC — low
- 340L boot — small
- FWD only
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Mercedes-Benz in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Low GC is a daily challenge
Reported in earlier models — Mercedes-Benz has released fixes for newer batches.
Boot space barely adequate
Reported in earlier models — Mercedes-Benz has released fixes for newer batches.
Real-world range 18-25% below rated on highways at AC + 100 kmph
Reported in earlier models — Mercedes-Benz has released fixes for newer batches.
DC fast charger compatibility varies by operator firmware
Reported in earlier models — Mercedes-Benz has released fixes for newer batches.
Touchscreen ergonomic lag in first 6 months — OTA-fixable
Reported in earlier models — Mercedes-Benz has released fixes for newer batches.
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Buying the Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ in Australia
- 1Range: the 560 km figure quoted in Australia is on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is a fair guide; highway running at 110 km/h and outback heat will pull it down 10–20%.
- 2Charging: a 70.5 kWh pack refills overnight on a 7 kW home wallbox; on the road you'll use CCS2 (DC fast) and Type 2 (AC); Chargefox/Evie networks on the highways — this model does 10-80% in 32 min (100kW DC).
- 3Incentives: The headline benefit is the federal FBT exemption for EVs under the Luxury Car Tax threshold (~A$91k) — biggest national saving for novated-lease buyers. State rebates are patchy and several have ended; check your state/territory.
- 4Climate: Long inter-city distances make DC-charging speed and a bigger battery matter more here than in dense-city markets.
- 5Fit: the range and DC speed handle the long inter-city distances Australians drive, plus the daily run.
The Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ for Australia buyers
What this EV means in Australia — range on the WLTP standard, local incentives, charging, and the things petrol-car switchers ask about most.
Range in Australia
The Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ is rated at 560 km on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is a fair guide; highway running at 110 km/h and outback heat will pull it down 10–20%.
Charging
Plan around CCS2 (DC fast) and Type 2 (AC); Chargefox/Evie networks on the highways. The 70.5 kWh pack means a home overnight charge covers most weekly driving, with DC fast charging for longer trips.
Incentives & running costs
The headline benefit is the federal FBT exemption for EVs under the Luxury Car Tax threshold (~A$91k) — biggest national saving for novated-lease buyers. State rebates are patchy and several have ended; check your state/territory.
Climate & real-world range
Long inter-city distances make DC-charging speed and a bigger battery matter more here than in dense-city markets.
Incentive and tax rules change often — figures above are a 2026 guide; confirm current Australia eligibility before purchase.
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 70.5 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 560 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 9 hours |
| Fast charge | 10-80% in 32 min (100kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 160 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 190 bhp |
| Torque | 385 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | FWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 2040 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 150 mm |
| Boot space | 340 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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The Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ scores 7.3/10 overall. Best suited for: First-time Mercedes buyers stepping into the luxury EV world. Key strength: most affordable mercedes ev at. Main consideration: for a compact suv.
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