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Mercedes EQA vs VW Golf - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (292 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (44200 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQA or VW Golf?
EQA
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.
VW Golf has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Mercedes EQA costs 44200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19042 £.
As for electric range, the Mercedes EQA performs convincingly better – achieving up to 561 km, about 418 km more than the VW Golf.
Golf
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 VW Golf has a somewhat edge – offering 333 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Mercedes EQA takes 6 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs significantly better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Mercedes EQA tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 110 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes EQA pulls somewhat stronger with 520 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.
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EQA
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, VW Golf is decisively lighter – 1307 kg compared to 2045 kg. The difference is around 738 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Golf offers a bit more room – 381 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQA performs slight better – up to 1320 L, which is about 83 L more than the VW Golf.
When it comes to payload, VW Golf a bit takes the win – 508 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Mercedes EQA proves to be barely ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes EQA is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £44,200
Mercedes EQA
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Mercedes EQA
5 (1 Reviews)
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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VW Golf
The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.
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Mercedes EQA
VW Golf
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
44200 - 57400 £
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Price
25200 - 47600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.9 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
476 - 561 km
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
70.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2045 - 2115 kg
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Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
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Trunk capacity
340 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
4463 mm
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Length
4282 - 4296 mm
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Width
1834 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Height
1608 - 1613 mm
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Height
1454 - 1483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1320 L
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Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
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Payload
425 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
190 - 292 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
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Torque
385 - 520 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
140 - 215 kW
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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Is the Mercedes EQA offered with different drivetrains?
Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.