Mercedes EQA H243 original rims and wheels
The Mercedes EQA, type H243, is an electrically powered SUV from the car manufacturer Mercedes Benz. Mercedes presented a concept vehicle for the first time at the IAA 2017. This was appropriately named Concept EQA. The production vehicle was unveiled online in January 2021. The compact Mercedes EQA has been launched by Mercedes as an entry-level model in the electric SUV segment. The EQA is basically an electric version of the Mercedes GLA. Therefore, it has five seats and similar dimensions: it measures 4.46m in length, 1.83m in width and 1.62m in height. Mercedes promises that the EQA, as a close relative of the GLA, brings all the special and beloved features of this vehicle class and combines them with an efficient electric drive.
Drive and range of the Mercedes EQA
When it comes to propulsion, however, the Mercedes EQA goes its own way. A battery with a capacity of 66.5 kWh is located in the floor of the vehicle and promises an average range of about 350 km. When driving in towns or quietly on country roads, 400 or more kilometres are possible. In winter and on the motorway, noticeably fewer kilometres are possible in terms of range. In addition, the range depends on personal driving style and the choice of optional equipment. For the EQA 300 4Matic with 168 kW/228 hp and the EQA 350 4Matic with 215 kW/292 hp, Mercedes gives a range of between 411 and 438 kilometres.
As with the GLA, the basic layout of the Mercedes EQA is front-wheel drive with an upright seating position. Like the combustion engine models, the electric variant is also available with all-wheel drive. In addition to the asynchronous motor on the front axle, the Mercedes EQA 300 and EQA 350 have a permanently driven electric motor on the rear axle. The all-wheel drive variants also do not have a mechanical connection between the front and rear axles. The components of the power electronics are located in the cardan tunnel. The Mercedes EQA is offered in three engine and drive concepts and different equipment variants.