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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsVW 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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Price
44200 - 57400 £
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Price
36800 - 48400 £
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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
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
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Electric Range
476 - 561 km
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Electric Range
363 - 559 km
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Battery Capacity
70.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 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
SUV
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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
1963 - 2233 kg
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Trunk capacity
340 L
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Trunk capacity
549 L
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Length
4463 mm
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Length
4582 - 4599 mm
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Width
1834 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1608 - 1613 mm
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Height
1601 - 1618 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1320 L
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Max trunk capacity
1561 L
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Payload
425 kg
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Payload
517 - 549 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
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
385 - 520 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 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
125 - 250 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
2024 - 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
VW
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.