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Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 Plus Summary

Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 Plus is the top model in the Mercedes-Benz EQA lineup and the price of EQA top model is Rs. 67.20 Lakh. Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 Plus is available in Automatic transmission and offered in 6 colours: Polar White, High Tech Silver, Patagonia red, Mountain Grey, Spectral Blue and Cosmos Black.

Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 Plus Review

We get behind the wheel of Mercedes lowest priced EV in the Indian market

What is it?

/ 10

This is the electric version of Mercedes' entry-level SUV, the GLA. It is front-wheel driven, better specced than the ICE version, and Mercedes is offering an assured buy-back at 67 per cent of its original value in four years. The Mercedes EQA also comes with a claimed range of 560km for this 250+ version.

The EQA goes up against the BMW iX1. The latter is all-wheel-drive, quicker and more powerful, and offers a bit more interior room. The BMW, however, has a shorter range.

As far as styling goes, given the EQA is based on the GLA and not on a dedicated electric platform, the similarity in design and proportions between the two SUVs is clear. The EQA does, however, sport a completely new front grill, a new set of 19-inch alloy wheels, and a connected taillamp design. The bumpers — front and back — are different as well.

Overall, the EQA doesn't make for an imposing SUV. It also doesn't look as special as an EV should. After all, one does buy an EV to make a statement, no matter how subtle.

Is the cabin of the EQA any good?

/ 10

The cabin of the EQA is right on the mark. The design is similar to the GLA. So, it inherits the good fit and finish, the rich quality of plastic, the inviting play of different finishes, and the overall ambience of a small, but luxurious car. Additionally, the illuminated stars on the dashboard, the rose gold finish for the aircon vents, and the double-spoke steering wheel design give the EQA a higher sense of occasion than the GLA.

The EQA also leaves the latter trailing in terms of features. The former gets a newer iteration of the MBUX system with augmented reality (AR) as part of navigation. It's not as high-tech as it sounds, but it is convenient. The AR feature uses the front camera feed and overlays direction arrows on it to tell you where you need to go. The EQA gets memory seats too, and a Burmester sound system.

Now, when it comes to seating and space, the EQA is a mixed bag. The front seats offer sumptuous and supportive seating for the driver and the front passenger.There's decent elbow room too, to prevent the two occupants from getting in each other’s hair.

But, the rear is quite disappointing. Space-wise, it's good for two, and one can fit an underfed adult in the middle if it comes to it. But the seating comfort is missing. The seat bottom is nearly on the floor, which means there's no thigh support to speak of. It reminds me of sitting in the last row of a three-row SUV wherein the third row was an after-thought. One doesn't expect this lack of support and comfort in a luxury car.

Is the Mercedes EQA good to drive?

/ 10

The specs on paper might not seem tremendous. The power for the motor is rated at 188bhp, while the torque output is pegged at 385Nm. Plus, its claimed 0-100kmph time of 8.6 seconds might not draw more than an appreciative nod.

Now, don't get us wrong, for an ICE, these figures would be noteworthy. But for an EV, especially when its competition in the form of the iX1 and the Volvo XC40 Recharge are delivering higher power and torque ratings and significantly quicker acceleration times and higher top speeds, the EQA numbers seem more run of the mill.

Barring the range, of course, because on that front, the Mercedes crushes its competition.

The good news is, we didn't find the EQA's performance lacking in any way on the road. It is properly alert and quick and raring to go in the Sport mode with its accelerator pedal response feeling (pardon the pun) electric! It torque steers, wheelspins, and catches up with traffic ahead a lot sooner than one expects with just an energetic prod to the pedal.

It is less excitable in the Comfort mode, but still never felt slow or lethargic. That changed when we switched to the Eco mode. Now, we had a car that refused to react to throttle inputs with any semblance of interest till the pedal was halfway in. Point to note: Eco mode might give you more range, but it robs this car of its character.

Besides performance, the calibration of the throttle, its on-off transition, and the linearity of the power delivery also make the EQA an easy car to drive. Even if it's your first electric, you won't need to relearn anything. It will feel completely natural, especially in its lightest or weakest regeneration mode.

Driving at stronger regen levels will require some thought and practice. But, because the transitions are so well-judged, it won't take time to get used to. What we couldn't get used to though, was the EQA's ride quality. Over well-paved roads, undulations, and mild road bumps, the SUV rides with a sense of pliancy and composure. But, show it any stepped bump or a slightly serious pothole, and the EQA's suspension feels harsh and unsettled. One can both hear and feel the suspension struggling to deal with the impact.

This is partly due to the low profile run-flat tyres on 19-inch rims, and partly down to the suspension setup that needs to deal with the added heft of an EV. Also note, the EQA is a CBU and not one that's been heavily reworked for India. This might have a part to play here as well. Braking and steering responses, meanwhile, are progressive and predictable. There's a hint of mushiness to the brake feel initially, but nothing that takes away from the sense of surety the EQA otherwise conveys, even at three-digit speeds.

Should you buy the Mercedes EQA?

/ 10

f you are looking to add another luxury car in the household, which will primarily be used in the city, and would not be transporting more than two people more often than not, then yes, the Mercedes EQA makes sense. It also makes sense for a double-income household wherein the spouse that covers more distance daily to work and back can opt for the EQA, while the other goes for a conventional ICE-powered option to cover all bases.

As is clear, these boxes can be checked, and scenarios addressed, by any luxury EV. And there lies the problem for the EQA. Yes, it packs in the highest range in its class, but if you don’t need a near 500km range, there's no other compelling reason to buy it.

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EQA 250 Plus Specifications & Features

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Specifications
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Specifications

Engine & Transmission

Battery
70.5 kWh, Lithium Ion,Battery Placed Under Floor Pan
Electric Motor
Single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Mounted at Front Axle)
Fuel Type
Electric
Max Motor Performance
188 bhp, 385 Nm
Acceleration
0-100 km/h in 8.6 seconds (claimed)
Top Speed
160 kmph
Idle Start/Stop
No
Driving Range
560 km
DC Fast Charging
10-80 % : 35 mins, 100 kW charger
AC Fast Charging
0 - 100 % : 7 hrs 15 mins, 11 kW charger
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Automatic - 1 Gears, Sport Mode
Pure Electric Driving Mode
Yes

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Dimensions & Weight

Length *Width *Height
4463 mm * 1834 mm * 1624 mm
Wheelbase
2729 mm
Kerb Weight
2055 kg

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Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Transverse Control Arm, Coil Springs, Twin-tube Gas-filled Shock Absorbers, Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension
Multilink, Coil Springs, Gas-filled Shock Absorbers, Stabiliser Bar
Additional Steering Features
No
Steering
Power assisted (Electric) steering
Tyres
Radial - Tubeless Tyres
Spare Wheel & Tyre
Space Saver
Minimum Turning Radius
5.7 metres
Front Tyres
19
Rear Tyres
19
Wheels
Alloy Wheels

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Features

Exterior

Safety

NCAP Rating
Not Tested
Airbags
7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
No
Blind Spot Detection
Yes
High-beam Assist
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Yes
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Second Row Middle Seat Safety
Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Child Seat Anchor Points
Yes
Puncture Repair Kit
No
Seat Belt Warning
Yes

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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner
Automatic Climate Control: Dual Zone (Front AC: Two Zones with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Dual Zones with Fan speed control with Vents Behind Front Armrest and on Pillars)
Cruise Control
Yes
Parking Assist
Automatic Parking
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Steering Adjustment
Electric Tilt & Telescopic
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Yes
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Driver & Co-Driver
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder
Yes
Charging Ports
12V Power Outlet
Cabin Boot Access
Yes

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Lighting

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Exterior Door Handles
Body Coloured Finish with handle type
Interior Door Handles Finish
Chrome
Power Windows
Front & Rear Power Windows, All One-touch up/down
Rear Windshield Blind
No
Side Window Blinds
No
Door Pockets
Front & Rear
Scuff Plates
Metallic
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)
Body Coloured finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Adjustable ORVMs
Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Anti-glare Mirrors
Electronic - All
Rain-sensing Wipers
Yes
Rear Wiper
Yes
Bootlid Opener
Electric Opening and Closing
Rear Defogger
Yes

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Entertainment, Information & Communication

Infotainment Screen
10.7" Touch-screen Display
Audio System
12 Speakers
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Steering-mounted controls
Yes
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Yes
iPod Compatibility
No
USB Compatibility
Yes
Bluetooth Compatibility
Phone Calls & Audio Streaming
Internal Hard Drive
No
Smart Connectivity
Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
Voice Command
Yes
Gesture Control
Yes
Input Methods
AUX Compatibility, Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming)
GPS Navigation System
Yes
Wireless Charger
Yes

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Seats & Upholstery

Seat Upholstery
Leather
Driver Seat Adjustment
6 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down) + 6 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
6 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down) + 6 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back)
Second Row Seat Adjustment
2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Ventilated Seats
Front only
Ventilated Seat Type
Cooled
Interior
Dual Tone (Rose gold titanium grey)
Wrappings
Wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
No
Headrests
Front & Rear
Front Seatback Pockets
Yes
Driver Armrest
Yes
Rear Armrest
Cup Holder
Split Rear Seat
40:20:40
Folding Rear Seat
Flat
Rear Passenger Seat Type
Bench
Third Row Seat Type
No

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Instrumentation

Storage

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EQA 250 Plus Colours

The following 6 colors are available in EQA 250 Plus.

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EQA 250 Plus FAQs

Q: What is the price of EQA 250 Plus?

EQA 250 Plus price is ‎Rs. 67.20 Lakh.

Q: How is the performance of EQA 250 Plus?

250 Plus is powered by a 70.5 kWh Electric battery mated to a Automatic gearbox which generates 188 bhp, of power & 385 Nm of torque.

Q: What is the ARAI driving range of EQA 250 Plus?

EQA 250 Plus driving range claimed by ARAI is upto 560 km.

Q: How much bootspace does EQA offer?

Mercedes-Benz EQA boot space is 340 litres.

Q: What is the EQA safety rating for 250 Plus?

Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 Plus has not been crash tested by the Global NCAP yet.

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EQA 250 Plus Price across India

City	On-Road Prices
Mumbai	Rs. 70.36 Lakh
Bangalore	Rs. 78.39 Lakh
Delhi	Rs. 69.40 Lakh
Pune	Rs. 70.99 Lakh
Navi Mumbai	Rs. 70.36 Lakh
Hyderabad	Rs. 70.99 Lakh
Ahmedabad	Rs. 71.63 Lakh
Chennai	Rs. 71.00 Lakh
Kolkata	Rs. 70.99 Lakh

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