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Mercedes-Benz EQA vs Suzuki e VITARA
Selected trim250 · 2021-22Change trim263 mi · 66.5 kWh · £43,495
Selected trimMotion 49kWhChange trim213 mi · 49 kWh · £26,249
At a glance
In this comparison, Mercedes-Benz EQA leads on motorway range and family practicality, while the Suzuki e VITARA leads on value for money, charging speed and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Mercedes-Benz EQA if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Suzuki e VITARA if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Suzuki e VITARA leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueSuzuki
Mercedes-Benz
4.8
Suzuki
5.9
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
4.1
Suzuki
3
FamilyMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
5.6
Suzuki
4.5
ChargingSuzuki
Mercedes-Benz
2.5
Suzuki
3.5
Cost Per MileSuzuki
Mercedes-Benz
4.5
Suzuki
6
City DrivingSuzuki
Mercedes-Benz
5.1
Suzuki
8.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Mercedes-Benz EQA
250
- 50 miles more WLTP range
- 15 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 34 kW more power
- 1.5s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQA250 | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £43,495 | £26,249 (better) |
| Official range | 263 miles (better) | 213 miles |
| Boot space | 340 L (better) | 310 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min (better) | 45 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.1 sec (better) | 9.6 sec |
Size Comparison
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Suzuki e VITARA
Length
Mercedes-Benz EQA4,463mm
Suzuki e VITARA4,275mm-188mm
Width
Mercedes-Benz EQA1,834mm
Suzuki e VITARA1,800mm-34mm
Height
Mercedes-Benz EQA1,620mm-15mm
Suzuki e VITARA1,635mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQA250 | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,463 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,834 mm | 1,800 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,020 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.4 m | 10.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 566 mm spare | 600 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQA250 | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 340 L (better) | 310 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1320 L (better) | 562 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Mercedes-Benz EQA
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Suzuki e VITARA
- At 4,275 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 149 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 90% of SUVs we track.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 |  Suzuki e VITARA Motion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.46m | 4.28m-188mm |
| Width | 1.83m | 1.80m-34mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.02m | Not available |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.64m+15mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.73m | 2.70m-29mm |
| Ground Clearance | 168mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 340L (better) | 310L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1320L (better) | 562L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.4m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,040kg | 1,680kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 66.5kWh (better) | 49kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 263 mi (better) | 213 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £43,495 | £26,249 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2021–2022 | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQA250 | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 263 miles (better) | 213 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 219 miles (better) | 162 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min (better) | 45 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 149 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 66.5 kWh (better) | 49 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQA250 | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.1 sec (better) | 9.6 sec |
| Power | 140 kW (better) | 106 kW |
| Torque | 375 Nm (better) | 193 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Mercedes-Benz EQA
250
Suzuki e VITARA
Motion 49kWh
6.3/10
average across 4 reviews
- Auto Express3.5/5
- Parkers3.1/5
- Electrifying.com6/10
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Mercedes-Benz EQA
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Mercedes-Benz EQA 250
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant97%
Child Occupant90%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist75%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Suzuki e VITARA Motion 49kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant77%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQA250 | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Mercedes-Benz EQA
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Suzuki e VITARA
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
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Mercedes-Benz EQA
- £16,6992022Car360View
Suzuki e VITARA
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQA worth the extra £17,246 over the Suzuki e VITARA?
The Mercedes-Benz EQA costs £17,246 more than the Suzuki e VITARA. For that premium it adds 50 miles more WLTP range, 34 kW more power and a 1.5s quicker 0-62mph time. The Suzuki e VITARA is not just cheaper - it also offers 50 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Suzuki e VITARA comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Mercedes-Benz EQA or the Suzuki e VITARA?
The Suzuki e VITARA is £17,246 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Suzuki e VITARA comes out roughly £17,326 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Mercedes-Benz EQA and Suzuki e VITARA like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 219 miles for the Mercedes-Benz EQA and 162 miles for the Suzuki e VITARA - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mercedes-Benz EQA goes roughly 58 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 30 minutes in the Mercedes-Benz EQA and 45 in the Suzuki e VITARA, so the Mercedes-Benz EQA loses less time at each stop. That makes the Mercedes-Benz EQA the stronger long-distance car.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Mercedes-Benz EQA or the Suzuki e VITARA?
The Suzuki e VITARA is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 34 mm narrower than the Mercedes-Benz EQA. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Suzuki e VITARA and about 566 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz EQA. The Suzuki e VITARA also turns in a 1.0 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Mercedes-Benz EQA or the Suzuki e VITARA?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Mercedes-Benz EQA and 90% for the Suzuki e VITARA. That gives the Suzuki e VITARA a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Suzuki e VITARA's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Mercedes-Benz EQA's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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