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BMW iX vs Mercedes EQA comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 44,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Mercedes EQA?

BMW iX vs Mercedes EQA: Key differences

BMW iX

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

Mercedes EQA

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • visibly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

iX

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes EQA is substantially cheaper – starting at 44,200 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,334 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQA is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.4 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the BMW iX. That’s a difference of about 3.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 701 km, about 140 km more than the Mercedes EQA.

EQA

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX offers clearly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 367 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes EQA takes 6 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX delivers significantly more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 495 Nm more.

iX

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes EQA is visibly lighter – 2,045 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 480 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW iX offers clearly more boot space – 500 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX carries markedly more – 575 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £71,600
iX

BMW iX

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 600 - 701 km
BMW iX
Mercedes EQA

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW iX

The BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.

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Mercedes EQA

The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.

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BMW iX
Mercedes EQA

Costs and Consumption

Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Price
44,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Electric Range
476 - 561 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
2,045 - 2,115 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
340 L
Length
-
Length
4,463 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Height
-
Height
1,608 - 1,613 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,320 L
Payload
505 - 575 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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