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Mercedes EQA vs SERES 3 comparison

Compare performance (228 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 32,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQA or SERES 3?

Mercedes EQA vs SERES 3: Key differences

Mercedes EQA

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  • visibly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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SERES 3

  • markedly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

SERES 3 is markedly cheaper – starting at 32,900 £ , while the Mercedes EQA costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,960 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQA is marginally more efficient: consuming 16.9 kWh/100km compared to 18 kWh/100km for the SERES 3. That’s a difference of about 1.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQA offers visibly more range – reaching up to 476 km, about 175 km more than the SERES 3.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes EQA offers visibly more power – delivering 228 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQA is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the SERES 3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQA delivers clearly more torque with 390 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SERES 3 is slightly lighter – 1,765 kg compared to 2,115 kg. The difference is around 350 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQA carries visibly more – 425 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQA is far ahead 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 £45,900
EQA

Mercedes EQA

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 228 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 476 km
Mercedes EQA
SERES 3

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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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SERES 3

The SERES 3 arrives as a zippy, well-equipped compact electric that puts everyday usability ahead of headline-grabbing theatrics. It’s an honest, budget-friendly choice for city commuters who want a bit of style and low running costs without a showroom ego.

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Mercedes EQA
SERES 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,900 - 54,900 £
Price
32,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
476 km
Electric Range
301 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,115 kg
Curb weight
1,765 kg
Trunk capacity
340 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,834 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 kg
Payload
300 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
Power HP
228 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
390 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
168 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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SERES
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