{"id":2869,"date":"2025-09-14T09:58:08","date_gmt":"2025-09-13T23:58:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/?p=2869"},"modified":"2025-09-07T23:42:54","modified_gmt":"2025-09-07T13:42:54","slug":"review-2025-mercedes-eqa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/review-2025-mercedes-eqa\/","title":{"rendered":"Review: 2025 MERCEDES EQA"},"content":{"rendered":"

The 2025 Mercedes EQA<\/strong> is the smallest member of Mercedes electric vehicles, and it aims squarely at Australian buyers who want a premium electric SUV without parking a cruise ship in the driveway. It keeps the familiar GLA-sized footprint but adds a calmer ride, a longer-legged battery in 250+ guise, and the sort of cabin tech that makes traffic feel less like a chore. If you want a neat city runabout that can still do the Sydney to Canberra slog with one planned stop, this updated EQA<\/strong> finally feels ready.<\/p>\n

Pros and Cons<\/h2>\n

Pros:<\/strong> tidy urban size, quiet and comfortable ride, 2025 Mercedes EQA<\/strong> range that is competitive in class, rich safety kit, proper premium feel inside.<\/p>\n

Cons:<\/strong> rear space and boot are only average, DC charging tops out at around 100 kW, quicker rivals exist, options can nudge the 2025 Mercedes EQA<\/strong> price into iX1 territory.<\/p>\n

How Much Does It Cost?<\/h2>\n

Mercedes has sharpened the line-up for Australia. The EQA City Edition starts at $80,700<\/strong> before on-road costs, the Base FWD is $84,900<\/strong>, the Night Edition is $85,800<\/strong>, and the dual-motor AWD variant lists at $102,900<\/strong>. There is also a limited Night Edition for the EQA 250+ that keeps price to $85,800<\/strong> and adds black exterior details, sitting below the fuel-efficient Luxury Car Tax threshold, which can help with FBT for eligible buyers.<\/p>\n

Features and Benefits<\/h2>\n

Even the \u201caffordable\u201d EQA<\/strong> feels properly Mercedes inside. You get twin 10.25-inch displays running MBUX, wireless phone charging, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, multi-colour ambient lighting, a 360-degree camera, heated front seats with memory, and nine airbags. Charging is straightforward: 11 kW AC<\/strong> at home or work, and up to 100 kW DC<\/strong> on the road. That means a typical 10 to 80 percent fast-charge in well under an hour when you land a healthy public charger. On powertrains, the EQA 250+ runs a 70.5 kWh usable battery and a single motor rated at 140 kW and 385 Nm. The dual-motor all-wheel drive versions add punch but also use a smaller 66.5 kWh pack, so expect shorter range.<\/p>\n

Safety<\/h2>\n

The EQA<\/strong> carries a five-star ANCAP<\/strong> rating for all variants, based on testing of a partner model and applicable from May 2021 onward. Scores are strong: 97% adult occupant, 92% child occupant, 81% vulnerable road user, 77% safety assist. You also get the usual Mercedes driver aids, including AEB with junction support, lane keeping, blind-spot assist, and adaptive cruise.<\/p>\n

Running Costs<\/h2>\n

Official efficiency for the 250+ sits between 14.4 and 16.4 kWh\/100 km<\/strong> on WLTP, with a WLTP range up to about 560 km<\/strong> depending on spec. In the real world that translates to low-teens energy use around town and high-teens at freeway speeds, which is right on the class average for a small luxury electric SUV. Mercedes covers the car with a 5-year, unlimited-kilometre<\/strong> vehicle warranty and an 8-year\/160,000 km<\/strong> high-voltage battery warranty. Service intervals are 12 months or 25,000 km<\/strong>, and prepaid Service Plans are available through Mercedes retailers.<\/p>\n

Comparison To Its Competitors<\/h2>\n

The BMW iX1 eDrive20<\/strong><\/a> starts at $80,600<\/strong> before on-roads, with the hotter xDrive30<\/strong> from $86,800<\/strong>. The iX1<\/strong><\/a> drives a little sharper and charges a bit quicker in some trims, but its interior does not feel markedly more premium than the EQA<\/strong>. The Volvo EX40<\/strong><\/a> lands from $76,990<\/strong> and brings big-battery value, tidy Google-based infotainment, and five years of included servicing, which keeps ownership simple. The elephant in the room is the Tesla Model Y<\/strong>, which kicks off at $58,900<\/strong> before on-roads. It wins for space, charging network, and headline range, though cabin finish is plainer and ride quality can be firm. Where does that leave the EQA<\/strong>? If you want a compact footprint and a classic Mercedes cabin, the EQA<\/strong> feels more special day to day than the spreadsheet might suggest. The 2025 EQA<\/strong> interior is a pleasant place to be, and the 2025 EQA<\/strong> exterior design tweaks keep it looking fresh without shouting.<\/p>\n

2025 Mercedes EQA First Look: Stylish Electric SUV with Key Upgrades<\/h2>\n