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Mercedes EQA vs VW ID.5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (292 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (44200 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQA or VW ID.5?

Mercedes EQA

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW ID.5

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

EQA

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID.5 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Mercedes EQA costs 44200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7406 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes EQA: with 14.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the VW ID.5 with 15.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.30 kWh.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQA performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 561 km, about 2 km more than the VW ID.5.

ID.5

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 ID.5 has a a bit edge – offering 340 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Mercedes EQA takes 6 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW ID.5 performs to a small extent better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mercedes EQA tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.5 pulls evident stronger with 679 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 159 Nm difference.

EQA

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 curb weight, VW ID.5 is slight lighter – 1963 kg compared to 2045 kg. The difference is around 82 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers distinct more room – 549 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 209 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.5 performs to a small extent better – up to 1561 L, which is about 241 L more than the Mercedes EQA.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 clearly perceptible takes the win – 549 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.5 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.

Mercedes EQA
VW ID.5

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ID.5

VW ID.5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 363 - 559 km

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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VW ID.5

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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Mercedes EQA
VW ID.5

Costs and Consumption

Price
44200 - 57400 £
Price
36800 - 48400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
476 - 561 km
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
70.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2045 - 2115 kg
Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
Trunk capacity
340 L
Trunk capacity
549 L
Length
4463 mm
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Width
1834 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1608 - 1613 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1320 L
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Payload
425 kg
Payload
517 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
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.