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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Mercedes EQA comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (39000 £ vs 44200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 or Mercedes EQA?

Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Mercedes EQA: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 6

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • hardly perceptible more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • convincingly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • slight lighter
  • a bit more trunk space

Mercedes EQA

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

IONIQ 6

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai IONIQ 6 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39000 £ , while the Mercedes EQA costs 44200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5195 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Hyundai IONIQ 6: with 13.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Mercedes EQA with 14.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 performs a bit better – achieving up to 680 km, about 119 km more than the Mercedes EQA.

EQA

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 has a clearly edge – offering 650 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 358 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.20 s, while the Mercedes EQA takes 6 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai IONIQ 6 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 770 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.

IONIQ 6

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 curb weight, Hyundai IONIQ 6 is slight lighter – 1892 kg compared to 2045 kg. The difference is around 153 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers a bit more room – 401 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 61 L.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai IONIQ 6 slight takes the win – 438 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 sits well ahead of its rival 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.

Hyundai IONIQ 6
Mercedes EQA

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from about £39,000
IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.4 - 15.9 kWh
  • Electric Range : 469 - 680 km

Hyundai IONIQ 6

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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Mercedes EQA

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Hyundai IONIQ 6
Mercedes EQA

Costs and Consumption

Price
39000 - 64300 £
Price
44200 - 57400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 15.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.9 kWh
Electric Range
469 - 680 km
Electric Range
476 - 561 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
70.50 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1892 - 2134 kg
Curb weight
2045 - 2115 kg
Trunk capacity
401 L
Trunk capacity
340 L
Length
-
Length
4463 mm
Width
1880 - 1940 mm
Width
1834 mm
Height
-
Height
1608 - 1613 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1320 L
Payload
386 - 438 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Hyundai IONIQ 6?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.