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2021 Mercedes-Benz EQA review
The latest model from Mercedes-EQ is a GLA-based EV that drives like a big Benz in a city-friendly package. Is it a Model 3 beater?
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James Wong
2022 Mercedes-Benz EQA vs 2024 Jeep Compass Comparison
Mercedes-Benz EQA
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Jeep Compass
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2022 Mercedes-Benz
EQA
vs
2024 Jeep
Compass
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv small category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.5.
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8.0
7.4
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Based on the Mercedes-Benz EQA 250
Based on the Jeep Compass TRAILHAWK
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
City drivingFuel Efficiency
NA
36L - 60L
76 to 582 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
3 year - 5 year
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5 year
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Superbly refined for a little car
- Effortless, linear power delivery
- Adaptive dampers offer plush ride – even on 20s
Misses
- Numerous alternatives offer better value and/or range for similar/less money
- Compromised rear seat and small-ish boot due to battery packaging
- EQ design elements may polarise
Jack Quick
Assistant Production Editor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Compliant ride on- and off-road
- High-tech interior
- More standard equipment for MY23
Misses
- Too expensive
- Clattery turbo-diesel engine
- Cheap-feeling interior plastics
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Magno Paint (+$3,300)
- Metallic Paint (+$1,490)
NA
Colours Available
Premium paint is an $895 option.
The 2023 Jeep Compass is available in the following colours:
- Colorado Red (no-cost option)
- Galaxy Blue
- Hunter Green
- Grey Magnesio
- Minimal Grey
- Brilliant Black
- Pearl White
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Specs
| Type | ||
| ELECTRIC | TURBO GASOLINE INJ, SEQUENTIAL MPORT EFI, TURBO CDI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 1332 - 2359 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 0.0 | 1.3L, 1.5L, 2.4L, 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | TURBO 4, INLINE 4, DIESEL TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 140kW - 210kW | 96kW - 176kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 3750 - 6400 | |
| Torque | ||
| 375Nm - 520Nm | 229Nm - 350Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 1560 - 3900 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | 10 - 16.5 | |
