Mercedes-Benz EQA

With a range of up to 263 miles (WLTP) from its 66.5 kWh battery, the 188 hp EQA 250 is the third vehicle in the EQ range, joining the EQC and the EQV in Mercedes’ electric vehicle (BEV) line-up.

The EQA has a 100 kW DC on-board charger allowing it to charge from 10 to 80 per cent in around 40 minutes, and from 10 to 100 per cent in five hours and 45 minutes using an 11 kW wall box. Navigation with Electric Intelligence – included as standard on both trim levels –calculates the route that will get the driver to their destination fastest, taking into account charging times. A three-year subscription to the Mercedes me Charge public charging service is also available as standard.

EQA 250 Sport models come as standard with a range of features including cruise control, parking package with reversing camera and LED High-performance headlights with Adaptive Highbeam Assist. Comfort features include four-way lumbar support for front seats (which are also heated) and automatic climate control. Safety features include Active Brake Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist and Blind Spot Assist. The EQA 250 Sport comes with 18 inch alloy wheels.

The more expensive AMG Line trim adds AMG Line styling, 20-inch alloy wheels and sports seats – amongst a number of other AMG “finishing touches”.

The optional Premium package – available on AMG Line only – can be added for an additional £3,000 and includes 19-inch AMG five-twin-spoke alloy wheels, electrically-operated panoramic glass sunroof and wireless charging for compatible smartphones.

The Premium Plus package includes the above equipment, but adds 20-inch AMG multi-spoke alloy wheels, parking package with 360° camera, enhanced suspension and a head-up display and more. All this comes at a price - namely an additional £6,000 over the AMG Line.

Initial pricing for the entry-level EQA 250 Sport starts at £40,495 on-the-road including the plug-in car grant (£43,495 excluding PiCG) with the EQA 250 AMG Line available from £41,995 (£44,995 excluding PiCG).