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Mercedes EQA vs SERES 5 comparison

Compare performance (228 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQA or SERES 5?

Mercedes EQA vs SERES 5: Key differences

Mercedes EQA

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
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SERES 5

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes EQA is visibly cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the SERES 5 costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,831 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQA is a bit more efficient: consuming 16.9 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the SERES 5. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQA offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 476 km, about 46 km more than the SERES 5.

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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 SERES 5 offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 228 HP. That’s roughly 357 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SERES 5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Mercedes EQA takes 7.7 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 5 delivers clearly more torque with 940 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 550 Nm more.

EQA

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes EQA is somewhat lighter – 2,115 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SERES 5 offers barely more boot space – 367 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQA carries slightly more – 425 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SERES 5 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.

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SERES 5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 430 km
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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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Reviews Mercedes EQA

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27 Jul 2026, 18:41:16

Fantastic build quality and genuine premium-class feel with lots of features like distance sensors or the speed-limit sign reader — things Mercedes still brags about in the GLC even five years later...

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SERES 5

The Seres 5 carves a convincing niche in the crowded compact crossover market with bold styling and a surprisingly upscale cabin that feels larger than its footprint suggests. It’s an easy, fuss-free choice for shoppers after modern EV practicality and sensible running costs, delivered with a friendly personality that won’t try to outshine more expensive rivals.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
45,900 - 54,900 £
Price
55,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
476 km
Electric Range
430 km
Battery Capacity
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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
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,115 kg
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Trunk capacity
340 L
Trunk capacity
367 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,834 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 kg
Payload
375 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
228 HP
Power HP
585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
390 Nm
Torque
940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
168 kW
Power kW
430 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SERES
Is the Mercedes EQA offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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