Mercedes EQA specifications and photos
The Mercedes-Benz EQA is a compact electric crossover that serves as the entry point into the brand's EQ vehicle lineup. Introduced in 2021, it combines the familiar footprint of a small luxury SUV with a fully electric powertrain and modern digital amenities.
Mercedes EQA at a glance
Quick model context before comparing photos and trim-level specifications.
Debuting in early 2021 as the brand's smallest electric crossover, the Mercedes-Benz EQA serves as the entry point into the EQ family of vehicles. It shares its foundational architecture with the conventional GLA class, but the platform was heavily modified to handle the specific demands of an electric powertrain. The floorpan was reconfigured to safely accommodate a heavy lithium-ion battery pack, which is protected within a robust extruded structural frame. This model represents a notable milestone for the automaker, standing out as their first vehicle to have its aerodynamic profile developed entirely through digital simulation rather than traditional wind tunnel testing alone. Designed for urban commuters and small families looking to transition to electric mobility without sacrificing premium amenities, the EQA offers multiple power outputs and drivetrain configurations. The lineup spans from efficient front-wheel-drive models tailored for daily driving to dual-motor all-wheel-drive variants that prioritize traction and performance.
- Power: 190-292 hp
- Transmissions: single-speed reduction gear
- Seating: 5 seats
Mercedes EQA overview
Editorial context for design, cabin, performance, practicality, and buyer notes.
Design
The exterior styling clearly identifies the EQA as a core member of the Mercedes-Benz electric family. Its most defining visual trait is the solid black panel grille that smoothly connects to the LED headlights via a continuous, horizontal light strip. A similarly distinctive LED light band spans the entire width of the rear tailgate, mirroring the front-end treatment. To achieve an impressively low aerodynamic drag coefficient of 0.28, the front and rear bumpers were heavily restyled compared to its combustion counterparts. Furthermore, the vehicle rides on specially optimized aerodynamic wheels. Buyers can select wheel sizes ranging from 18 to 20 inches, with distinctive two- and three-color finishes available to suit individual preferences.
Interior
Inside the cabin, the layout closely mirrors its combustion-engine sibling, providing a familiar environment for returning brand loyalists. The dashboard retains the signature aviation-inspired circular air vents and a responsive touchpad controller situated on the center console. The focal point of the interior is the MBUX infotainment system, which pairs dual digital screens. Standard models feature twin 7-inch displays, while higher trims upgrade to expansive 10.25-inch monitors. Mercedes offers several distinct customization paths, including the Electric Art and AMG Line packages, alongside a wide selection of premium upholstery materials. Ambient cabin lighting and power-adjustable front seating with lumbar support come standard, ensuring a high level of comfort.
Performance
The EQA lineup provides a diverse range of electric powertrains to suit different driving needs. The entry-level EQA 250 utilizes a single asynchronous electric motor on the front axle, producing 190 horsepower and 375 Nm of torque. This front-wheel-drive setup allows it to accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in 8.9 seconds. For buyers requiring better traction and more power, the 4Matic versions add a second motor to the rear axle. The mid-range EQA 300 4Matic delivers 228 horsepower, while the top-tier EQA 350 4Matic pushes system output to 292 horsepower and 520 Nm of torque, dropping the 0-100 km/h sprint to just 6.0 seconds. All models share a 66.5-kWh battery capable of 100-kW fast charging.
Practicality
As a compact SUV, the EQA is well-suited for daily commuting, city navigation, and general family use. The vehicle measures 4,463 mm in length and offers a very generous 200 mm of ground clearance, making it capable over uneven urban roads. Because the large battery pack is integrated into the vehicle's floor, some interior volume is naturally compromised compared to standard gas-powered equivalents. The rear cargo area provides 340 liters of capacity. While this is less than the 425 liters found in the standard GLA crossover, it remains practical enough for routine grocery runs and weekend luggage.
Safety and tech
The crossover is equipped with a comprehensive suite of active safety systems and modern driving aids. Standard safety equipment includes automatic high beams, active lane-keeping assist, and an automatic emergency braking system designed to detect imminent forward collisions. Drivers also benefit from a standard rearview camera and the MBUX system's voice control capabilities. Depending on the selected trim and optional packages, buyers can equip the vehicle with adaptive suspension dampers that adjust stiffness based on the driving mode. Advanced driver assistance options like blind-spot monitoring and further collision mitigation technologies are also available across the lineup.
Buyer notes
When evaluating the Mercedes-Benz EQA, prospective buyers should carefully consider their daily range requirements and performance preferences. The front-wheel-drive EQA 250 represents the most efficiency-focused option, while the dual-motor 4Matic variants provide superior all-weather traction and significantly sharper acceleration. It is important to note that equipment packages, such as the AMG Line or the blackout-themed Night Package, will noticeably alter the vehicle's visual character and interior ambiance. Availability of specific trims, optional wheel designs, and hardware like the adaptive suspension system can vary heavily depending on the regional market.
Trims and key specifications
Use this table to compare the main differences between available configurations.
| Trim / modification | Engine | Power | Seats | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQA 250 | - | 190 hp | 5 | single-speed reduction gear |
| EQA 300 4Matic | - | 228 hp | 5 | single-speed reduction gear |
| EQA 350 4Matic | - | 292 hp | 5 | single-speed reduction gear |
| EQA 250 | - | 190 hp | 5 | single-speed reduction gear |
| EQA 300 4Matic | - | 228 hp | 5 | single-speed reduction gear |
| EQA 350 4Matic | - | 292 hp | 5 | single-speed reduction gear |
Specifications can vary by market, model year, and equipment package. Use the trim sections below to review the full data for each configuration.
Mercedes EQA photo gallery
17 images are collected here with the main specifications and trim data for this model.
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Specifications by trim
Choose a configuration below to open full technical data grouped by category.
EQA 250 25 specifications
Specifications
Performance and consumption
| Top speed, km/h | 160 |
|---|---|
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h, s | 8.9 |
| Emissions standard | Euro VI |
Engine
| Engine | 140 kW |
|---|---|
| Engine type | Electric |
| Power, hp | 190 |
| Torque, Nm | 375 |
| Number of electric motors | 1 |
| EV mode | + |
| Plug-in charging support | + |
Dimensions
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Length, mm | 4463 |
| Width, mm | 1834 |
| Height, mm | 1620 |
| Wheelbase, mm | 2729 |
| Front track, mm | 1585 |
| Rear track, mm | 1584 |
| Kerb weight, kg | 2040 |
| Gross weight, kg | 2470 |
| Turning circle, m | 11.4 |
| Ground clearance, mm | 200 |
| Trunk capacity, L | 340 |
Transmission and drive
| Transmission | single-speed reduction gear |
|---|---|
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Automatic transmission | + |
EQA 300 4Matic 25 specifications
Specifications
Performance and consumption
| Top speed, km/h | 160 |
|---|---|
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h, s | 7.7 |
| Emissions standard | Euro VI |
Engine
| Engine | 168 kW |
|---|---|
| Engine type | Electric |
| Power, hp | 228 |
| Torque, Nm | 390 |
| Number of electric motors | 2 |
| EV mode | + |
| Plug-in charging support | + |
Dimensions
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Length, mm | 4463 |
| Width, mm | 1834 |
| Height, mm | 1620 |
| Wheelbase, mm | 2729 |
| Front track, mm | 1585 |
| Rear track, mm | 1584 |
| Kerb weight, kg | 2040 |
| Gross weight, kg | 2470 |
| Turning circle, m | 11.4 |
| Ground clearance, mm | 200 |
| Trunk capacity, L | 340 |
Transmission and drive
| Transmission | single-speed reduction gear |
|---|---|
| Drive | All-wheel drive |
| Automatic transmission | + |
EQA 350 4Matic 25 specifications
Specifications
Performance and consumption
| Top speed, km/h | 160 |
|---|---|
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h, s | 6 |
| Emissions standard | Euro VI |
Engine
| Engine | 215 kW |
|---|---|
| Engine type | Internal combustion engine |
| Power, hp | 292 |
| Torque, Nm | 520 |
| Number of electric motors | 2 |
| EV mode | + |
| Plug-in charging support | + |
Dimensions
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Length, mm | 4463 |
| Width, mm | 1834 |
| Height, mm | 1620 |
| Wheelbase, mm | 2729 |
| Front track, mm | 1585 |
| Rear track, mm | 1584 |
| Kerb weight, kg | 2040 |
| Gross weight, kg | 2470 |
| Turning circle, m | 11.4 |
| Ground clearance, mm | 200 |
| Trunk capacity, L | 340 |
Transmission and drive
| Transmission | single-speed reduction gear |
|---|---|
| Drive | All-wheel drive |
| Automatic transmission | + |
EQA 250 68 specifications
Specifications
Performance and consumption
| Top speed, km/h | 160 |
|---|---|
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h, s | 8.9 |
| Emissions standard | Euro VI |
Engine
| Engine | 140 kW |
|---|---|
| Engine type | Electric |
| Power, hp | 190 |
| Torque, Nm | 375 |
| Number of electric motors | 1 |
| EV mode | + |
| Plug-in charging support | + |
Dimensions
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Length, mm | 4463 |
| Width, mm | 1834 |
| Height, mm | 1620 |
| Wheelbase, mm | 2729 |
| Front track, mm | 1585 |
| Rear track, mm | 1584 |
| Kerb weight, kg | 2040 |
| Gross weight, kg | 2470 |
| Turning circle, m | 11.4 |
| Ground clearance, mm | 200 |
| Trunk capacity, L | 340 |
Transmission and drive
| Transmission | single-speed reduction gear |
|---|---|
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Automatic transmission | + |
Brake system
| Front brakes | Disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Disc |
Steering
| Power steering | Electric power steering |
|---|
Equipment
Exterior
| Rear spoiler | + |
|---|
Comfort
| Cruise control | + |
|---|---|
| Start/Stop engine button | + |
| Multifunction steering wheel | + |
| Keyless entry and start | + |
Interior
| Trip computer | + |
|---|
Climate and sound insulation
| Dual-zone climate control | + |
|---|
Off-road
| Hill descent control | + |
|---|---|
| Hill-start assist | + |
Seats
| Power front seats | + |
|---|---|
| Child seat anchors (LATCH/Isofix) | + |
Headlights and lighting
| Xenon headlights | + |
|---|---|
| Front fog lights | + |
| Light sensor | + |
| Headlight leveling | + |
Multimedia and instruments
| Navigation system | + |
|---|
Trunk
| Power tailgate | + |
|---|
Glass, mirrors and sunroof
| Rain sensor | + |
|---|---|
| Heated side mirrors | + |
| Heated rear window | + |
| Front power windows | + |
| Rear power windows | + |
| Power-adjustable side mirrors | + |
Visibility and parking
| Rear-view camera | + |
|---|---|
| Front parking sensors | + |
| Rear parking sensors | + |
Security
Electronic systems
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | + |
|---|---|
| Electronic stability control | + |
| Traction control | + |
| Dynamic stability control | + |
| Collision mitigation braking system | + |
| Adaptive front lighting system | + |
| Blind spot monitoring | + |
Anti-theft systems
| Immobilizer | + |
|---|---|
| Alarm system | + |
| Central locking | + |
Airbags
| Driver airbag | + |
|---|---|
| Passenger airbag | + |
| Side airbags | + |
| Curtain airbags | + |
EQA 300 4Matic 68 specifications
Specifications
Performance and consumption
| Top speed, km/h | 160 |
|---|---|
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h, s | 7.7 |
| Emissions standard | Euro VI |
Engine
| Engine | 168 kW |
|---|---|
| Engine type | Electric |
| Power, hp | 228 |
| Torque, Nm | 390 |
| Number of electric motors | 2 |
| EV mode | + |
| Plug-in charging support | + |
Dimensions
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Length, mm | 4463 |
| Width, mm | 1834 |
| Height, mm | 1620 |
| Wheelbase, mm | 2729 |
| Front track, mm | 1585 |
| Rear track, mm | 1584 |
| Kerb weight, kg | 2040 |
| Gross weight, kg | 2470 |
| Turning circle, m | 11.4 |
| Ground clearance, mm | 200 |
| Trunk capacity, L | 340 |
Transmission and drive
| Transmission | single-speed reduction gear |
|---|---|
| Drive | All-wheel drive |
| Automatic transmission | + |
Brake system
| Front brakes | Disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Disc |
Steering
| Power steering | Electric power steering |
|---|
Equipment
Exterior
| Rear spoiler | + |
|---|
Comfort
| Cruise control | + |
|---|---|
| Start/Stop engine button | + |
| Multifunction steering wheel | + |
| Keyless entry and start | + |
Interior
| Trip computer | + |
|---|
Climate and sound insulation
| Dual-zone climate control | + |
|---|
Off-road
| Hill descent control | + |
|---|---|
| Hill-start assist | + |
Seats
| Power front seats | + |
|---|---|
| Child seat anchors (LATCH/Isofix) | + |
Headlights and lighting
| Xenon headlights | + |
|---|---|
| Front fog lights | + |
| Light sensor | + |
| Headlight leveling | + |
Multimedia and instruments
| Navigation system | + |
|---|
Trunk
| Power tailgate | + |
|---|
Glass, mirrors and sunroof
| Rain sensor | + |
|---|---|
| Heated side mirrors | + |
| Heated rear window | + |
| Front power windows | + |
| Rear power windows | + |
| Power-adjustable side mirrors | + |
Visibility and parking
| Rear-view camera | + |
|---|---|
| Front parking sensors | + |
| Rear parking sensors | + |
Security
Electronic systems
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | + |
|---|---|
| Electronic stability control | + |
| Traction control | + |
| Dynamic stability control | + |
| Collision mitigation braking system | + |
| Adaptive front lighting system | + |
| Blind spot monitoring | + |
Anti-theft systems
| Immobilizer | + |
|---|---|
| Alarm system | + |
| Central locking | + |
Airbags
| Driver airbag | + |
|---|---|
| Passenger airbag | + |
| Side airbags | + |
| Curtain airbags | + |
EQA 350 4Matic 68 specifications
Specifications
Performance and consumption
| Top speed, km/h | 160 |
|---|---|
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h, s | 6 |
| Emissions standard | Euro VI |
Engine
| Engine | 215 kW |
|---|---|
| Engine type | Internal combustion engine |
| Power, hp | 292 |
| Torque, Nm | 520 |
| Number of electric motors | 2 |
| EV mode | + |
| Plug-in charging support | + |
Dimensions
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Length, mm | 4463 |
| Width, mm | 1834 |
| Height, mm | 1620 |
| Wheelbase, mm | 2729 |
| Front track, mm | 1585 |
| Rear track, mm | 1584 |
| Kerb weight, kg | 2040 |
| Gross weight, kg | 2470 |
| Turning circle, m | 11.4 |
| Ground clearance, mm | 200 |
| Trunk capacity, L | 340 |
Transmission and drive
| Transmission | single-speed reduction gear |
|---|---|
| Drive | All-wheel drive |
| Automatic transmission | + |
Brake system
| Front brakes | Disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Disc |
Steering
| Power steering | Electric power steering |
|---|
Equipment
Exterior
| Rear spoiler | + |
|---|
Comfort
| Cruise control | + |
|---|---|
| Start/Stop engine button | + |
| Multifunction steering wheel | + |
| Keyless entry and start | + |
Interior
| Trip computer | + |
|---|
Climate and sound insulation
| Dual-zone climate control | + |
|---|
Off-road
| Hill descent control | + |
|---|---|
| Hill-start assist | + |
Seats
| Power front seats | + |
|---|---|
| Child seat anchors (LATCH/Isofix) | + |
Headlights and lighting
| Xenon headlights | + |
|---|---|
| Front fog lights | + |
| Light sensor | + |
| Headlight leveling | + |
Multimedia and instruments
| Navigation system | + |
|---|
Trunk
| Power tailgate | + |
|---|
Glass, mirrors and sunroof
| Rain sensor | + |
|---|---|
| Heated side mirrors | + |
| Heated rear window | + |
| Front power windows | + |
| Rear power windows | + |
| Power-adjustable side mirrors | + |
Visibility and parking
| Rear-view camera | + |
|---|---|
| Front parking sensors | + |
| Rear parking sensors | + |
Security
Electronic systems
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | + |
|---|---|
| Electronic stability control | + |
| Traction control | + |
| Dynamic stability control | + |
| Collision mitigation braking system | + |
| Adaptive front lighting system | + |
| Blind spot monitoring | + |
Anti-theft systems
| Immobilizer | + |
|---|---|
| Alarm system | + |
| Central locking | + |
Airbags
| Driver airbag | + |
|---|---|
| Passenger airbag | + |
| Side airbags | + |
| Curtain airbags | + |
Mercedes EQA questions
Short answers based on the specifications and photos available in this catalog.
What is the battery capacity of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz EQA?
The EQA is equipped with a 66.5-kWh (usable capacity) lithium-ion battery pack across its lineup.
Does the EQA come with all-wheel drive?
Yes, while the base EQA 250 is front-wheel drive, the EQA 300 4Matic and EQA 350 4Matic models feature dual electric motors providing all-wheel drive.
How much cargo space does the Mercedes-Benz EQA have?
The EQA offers 340 liters of rear trunk space. This is slightly reduced compared to its non-electric counterparts due to the placement of the battery pack under the floor.
How fast can the Mercedes-Benz EQA charge?
The vehicle supports DC fast charging up to 100 kW. This charging capability can replenish the battery from 10 to 80 percent in approximately 30 minutes.
What are the main interior screen options?
Base models come with dual 7-inch displays for the instrument cluster and infotainment. Higher trims upgrade these to dual 10.25-inch screens running the MBUX system.
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