Compare performance (292 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (44200 £ vs 34300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQA or Tesla Model 3?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Tesla Model 3 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £ , while the Mercedes EQA costs 44200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9960 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Tesla Model 3: with 13.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Mercedes EQA with 14.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.20 kWh.
As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 750 km, about 189 km more than the Mercedes EQA.
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 Tesla Model 3 has a distinct edge – offering 460 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 168 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the Mercedes EQA takes 6 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs evident better – reaching 262 km/h, while the Mercedes EQA tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 102 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Tesla Model 3 pulls distinct stronger with 660 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Tesla Model 3 is to a small extent lighter – 1822 kg compared to 2045 kg. The difference is around 223 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers significantly more room – 594 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 254 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes EQA clearly perceptible takes the win – 425 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.
The Tesla Model 3 is decisively ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.
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Price
44200 - 57400 £
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Price
34300 - 50100 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.9 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 16.7 kWh
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Electric Range
476 - 561 km
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Electric Range
550 - 750 km
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Battery Capacity
70.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2045 - 2115 kg
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Curb weight
1822 - 1929 kg
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Trunk capacity
340 L
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Trunk capacity
594 L
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Length
4463 mm
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Length
4720 - 4724 mm
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Width
1834 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1608 - 1613 mm
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Height
1431 - 1440 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1320 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
425 kg
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Payload
303 - 333 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
190 - 292 HP
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Power HP
283 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.1 s
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Max Speed
201 - 262 km/h
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Torque
385 - 520 Nm
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
140 - 215 kW
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Power kW
208 - 338 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Tesla
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.