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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 Mini Countryman Comparison
Mercedes-Benz EQA
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Mini Countryman
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2022 Mercedes-Benz
EQA
vs
2024 Mini
Countryman
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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
8.1
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Based on the Mercedes-Benz EQA 250
Based on the Mini Countryman SE ALL4 CLASSIC (BEV)
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
NA
36L - 61L
86 to 470 km
Warranty
3 year - 5 year
warranty
warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
-
$45,000 - $73,650
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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
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Sharp pricing compared to iX1
- Punchy dual-motor drivetrain
- Plenty of space, personalisation
Misses
- Range could be better
- Interior not as plush as iX1
- Getting quite big for a 'Mini'...
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
The 2024 Mini Countryman, depending on the variant, is available in the following exterior paint colours:
- Nanuq White
- Midnight Black II
- Melting Silver III
- Smokey Green
- Legend Grey
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Specs
| Type | ||
| ELECTRIC | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, ELECTRIC | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 1499 - 1998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 0.0 | 2.0L, 0.0, 1.5L | |
| Induction | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | INLINE 4, NOT APPLICABLE, TURBO 3, TURBO 4, INLINE 3 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 12 - 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 140kW - 210kW | 92kW - 233kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 4500 - 5000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 375Nm - 520Nm | 220Nm - 580Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 1300 - 1750 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | 9.5 - 11.1 | |
