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Mercedes-Benz EQA vs Toyota bZ4X
Selected trim250 · 2021-22Change trim263 mi · 66.5 kWh · £43,495
Selected trimIcon FWD 57.7kWhChange trim276 mi · 57.7 kWh · £39,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Mercedes-Benz EQA leads on city driving, while the Toyota bZ4X leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Mercedes-Benz EQA if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Toyota bZ4X if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- 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
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Toyota bZ4X wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueToyota
Mercedes-Benz
4.8
Toyota
5.5
Motorway RangeToyota
Mercedes-Benz
4.1
Toyota
4.9
FamilyToyota
Mercedes-Benz
5.6
Toyota
6.9
ChargingToyota
Mercedes-Benz
2.5
Toyota
4.4
Cost Per MileToyota
Mercedes-Benz
4.5
Toyota
8.8
City DrivingMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
5.1
Toyota
4.2
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQA250 | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £43,495 | £39,995 (better) |
| Official range | 263 miles | 276 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 340 L | 452 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.1 sec (better) | 8.6 sec |
Size Comparison
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Mercedes-Benz EQA
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Length
Mercedes-Benz EQA4,463mm-227mm
Toyota bZ4X4,690mm
Width
Mercedes-Benz EQA1,834mm-26mm
Toyota bZ4X1,860mm
Height
Mercedes-Benz EQA1,620mm-30mm
Toyota bZ4X1,650mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQA250 | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,463 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,834 mm (better) | 1,860 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,020 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.4 m | 11.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 566 mm spare (better) | 540 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQA250 | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 340 L | 452 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1320 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 750 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 |  Toyota bZ4X Icon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.46m | 4.69m+227mm |
| Width | 1.83m | 1.86m+26mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.02m | Not available |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.65m+30mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.73m | 2.85m+121mm |
| Ground Clearance | 168mm | 177mm+9mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 340L | 452L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1320L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.4m | 11.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,040kg | 1,870kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 66.5kWh (better) | 57.7kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 263 mi | 276 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £43,495 | £39,995 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2021–2022 | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQA250 | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 263 miles | 276 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 219 miles | 230 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 66.5 kWh (better) | 54 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQA250 | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.1 sec (better) | 8.6 sec |
| Power | 140 kW (better) | 125 kW |
| Torque | 375 Nm (better) | 269 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Mercedes-Benz EQA
250
Toyota bZ4X
Icon FWD 57.7kWh
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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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 - Toyota bZ4X Icon FWD 57.7kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz EQA250 | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag real-world range, seat comfort & space. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Mercedes-Benz EQA
250
Owners love
- Owners consistently praise the build quality, quietness and comfort, with very comfortable front seats.
- Real-world range is close to or above the official figure in summer for many owners, with around 3.5 to 4.5 miles per kWh reported.
- Rapid charging holds a high rate for much of the charge, so stops are quick by the standards of its size.
Watch out for
- The car has no built-in charge scheduling, so owners rely on a smart home charger or tariff app for cheap night rates.
- Winter range drops to roughly 200 miles or less, and the range display can be inaccurate.
- The boot is small and rear legroom is tight for tall passengers because of the raised floor.
Owner tips
- Use a smart home charger or tariff app to time charging, as the car cannot.
- Use the D Auto regeneration setting for the best efficiency.
Toyota bZ4X
Icon FWD 57.7kWh
Owners love
- Strong sales performance in key markets (second-best selling EV in UK early 2024, #1 in Norway and Denmark) with excellent lease appeal
- Spacious, comfortable interior with excellent rear legroom and well-designed cabin features like storage and entertainment systems
- Responsive driving dynamics with good handling that belies its weight, plus car-like agility for an SUV
Watch out for
- Real-world range significantly underperforms WLTP claims (150-230 miles on motorways versus 315+ claimed; drops further with air conditioning)
- Poor efficiency compared to competitors; atrocious efficiency-to-battery-size ratio relative to rivals like Ioniq 5 and Model Y
- Rapid charging severely limited by thermal management issues requiring only 3-4 DC charges per 24 hours, and performance degrades significantly in cold weather
Owner tips
- Look for aggressive lease deals and consider salary sacrifice schemes, which offer better value than outright purchase; aim for 24-month terms where pricing appears cheaper
- Install a home charging unit (like Easee One) and plan charging around home charger for daily use; limit long trips to 3-4 rapid charges per 24 hours with proper spacing
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQA worth the extra £3,500 over the Toyota bZ4X?
The Mercedes-Benz EQA costs £3,500 more than the Toyota bZ4X. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Toyota bZ4X is not just cheaper - it also offers 50 kW faster peak rapid charging and 112 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Toyota bZ4X comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Mercedes-Benz EQA or the Toyota bZ4X?
The Toyota bZ4X is £3,500 cheaper to buy. The Toyota bZ4X is cheaper to charge, roughly £144 a year versus £176 for the Mercedes-Benz EQA, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Toyota bZ4X comes out roughly £3,660 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 Toyota bZ4X like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 219 miles for the Mercedes-Benz EQA and 230 miles for the Toyota bZ4X - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Mercedes-Benz EQA or the Toyota bZ4X?
The two are within 26 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 566 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz EQA and about 540 mm of total clearance for the Toyota bZ4X.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Mercedes-Benz EQA or the Toyota bZ4X?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Mercedes-Benz EQA and 84% for the Toyota bZ4X. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Further reading
Explore buying and ownership guides to help you choose between these electric cars.
GuideUsed Mercedes-Benz EQA buyer's guide (2021-on)
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .