MERCEDES EQA 2021 REVIEW – IS THE BABY EQ THE BEST ELECTRIC BENZ?

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The Mercedes EQA 2021 is reviewed as a practical, if not bespoke, entry into the electric vehicle market. While it leverages the existing GLA platform, it offers a premium Mercedes interior experience with dual 10-inch screens and high-quality materials, feeling more expensive than its competitors. Positives include a comfortable and quiet ride, good soundproofing, and a refined driving experience. The 66.5 kWh battery offers a usable WLTP range of 263 miles, and charging is efficient, with 10-80% possible in 30 minutes on a rapid charger. However, the EQA faces criticism for its compromised interior packaging, leading to an uncomfortable seating position for taller drivers and a surprisingly small 340-liter boot. The lack of a front trunk (frunk) is also noted. Performance from the single-motor, front-wheel-drive EQA250 is described as adequate but not exhilarating, especially given its over two-ton weight. The reviewers highlight that while it may not be the most efficient or dynamically superior EV, it excels as a comfortable, classy, and convenient Mercedes for those looking to transition to electric mobility.