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CUPRA Tavascan vs Mercedes EQA comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 228 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Tavascan or Mercedes EQA?

CUPRA Tavascan vs Mercedes EQA: Key differences

CUPRA Tavascan

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Mercedes EQA

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Tavascan

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

CUPRA Tavascan is only slightly cheaper – starting at 45,700 £ , while the Mercedes EQA costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 154 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Tavascan is marginally more efficient: consuming 15.9 kWh/100km compared to 16.9 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQA. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Tavascan offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 553 km, about 77 km more than the Mercedes EQA.

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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 CUPRA Tavascan offers visibly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 228 HP. That’s roughly 112 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Tavascan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Mercedes EQA takes 7.7 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Tavascan delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 289 Nm more.

Tavascan

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 only slightly lighter – 2,115 kg compared to 2,178 kg. The difference is around 63 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Tavascan offers markedly more boot space – 540 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Tavascan carries moderately more – 522 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Tavascan 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 £45,700
Tavascan

CUPRA Tavascan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.9 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 513 - 553 km
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CUPRA Tavascan

The Cupra Tavascan blends athletic styling with a premium, driver-focused cabin, giving the electric crossover a distinctly sporty character. It feels poised and engaging on the road while standing out with bold design cues and a modern, high-quality finish.

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Reviews CUPRA Tavascan

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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David
25 Apr 2026, 10:57:49

Both are very good. The range and energy consumption is beter in the cupra. The cupra is also more responsive and it handles beter. The Kia is more spacious and slightly beter tech wise. The Kia is more a family car.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
45,700 - 49,600 £
Price
45,900 - 54,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
513 - 553 km
Electric Range
476 km
Battery Capacity
77 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
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
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,178 - 2,273 kg
Curb weight
2,115 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
340 L
Length
4,644 mm
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Height
1,597 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
507 - 522 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Power HP
228 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Power kW
168 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Tavascan?

The CUPRA Tavascan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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