Head-to-head
Mercedes EQA vs Mercedes EQE
At $85,800 the Mercedes EQA undercuts the Mercedes EQE by $39,490 (32%) — but does the premium deliver enough of an edge to justify itself? Here's how the two compare on price, range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Mercedes EQA
Mercedes-Benz's electric small SUV sits on the GLA platform and shares its body silhouette. The 5-star ANCAP rating is inherited from the B-Class tested in 2019, which is worth knowing — the result is dated under newer protocols.
- From
- $85,800
- Range
- 426 km
- Battery
- 70 kWh
Option B · Sedan
Mercedes EQE
Mercedes-Benz's electric E-Class sibling — shares its EVA2 platform with the EQS. Generous 90.6 kWh battery yields 626 km WLTP range; cabin tech is among the most advanced in any production EV.
- From
- $125,290
- Range
- 626 km
- Battery
- 90.6 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Mercedes EQA and Mercedes EQE, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Mercedes EQE
The Mercedes EQE goes 200 km further on a charge (626 vs 426 km WLTP).
- 2
Battery · advantage Mercedes EQE
The Mercedes EQE carries a 20.6 kWh larger battery (90.6 vs 70 kWh).
- 3
DC charging · advantage Mercedes EQE
The Mercedes EQE accepts 70 kW more DC peak charging (170 vs 100 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 4
Price · advantage Mercedes EQA
The Mercedes EQA undercuts the Mercedes EQE by $39,490 (32%) on starting price.
- 5
Power · advantage Mercedes EQE
The Mercedes EQE puts down 40 kW more (180 vs 140 kW).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Mercedes EQA wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $39,490
Where the Mercedes EQE wins
- ▸ 200 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.3s vs 8.6s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (170 kW vs 100 kW)
Mercedes EQA
What we like
- ✓ Premium Mercedes cabin materials
- ✓ Long battery warranty (8 years / 160,000 km)
- ✓ Established dealer network across Australia
What we don't
- ✕ DC charging peak (100 kW) lags the segment
- ✕ Inherited ANCAP rating from older B-Class testing
- ✕ Modest boot for an SUV at this price
Mercedes EQE
What we like
- ✓ Long 626 km WLTP range
- ✓ Class-leading 10-year / 250,000 km battery warranty
- ✓ Highly resolved Mercedes cabin tech
What we don't
- ✕ DC charging peak (170 kW) trails 800V Korean rivals
- ✕ Polarising bulbous styling
- ✕ Heavy kerb weight blunts dynamics
Frequently asked: Mercedes EQA vs Mercedes EQE
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Mercedes EQA or the Mercedes EQE?
- The Mercedes EQA is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $85,800 versus $125,290 for the Mercedes EQE, a $39,490 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Mercedes EQE has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 626 km, 200 km further than the Mercedes EQA's 426 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Mercedes EQE accepts a peak DC charging rate of 170 kW versus 100 kW for the Mercedes EQA. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Mercedes EQE does 0–100 km/h in 7.3 seconds — 1.3 s quicker than the Mercedes EQA's 8.6 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the Mercedes EQA better value than the Mercedes EQE?
- On paper the Mercedes EQA is $39,490 cheaper, but trails the Mercedes EQE on the core measurable specs. The saving might still be worth it if you don't need the extra range, power or charging speed — but the Mercedes EQE is the spec-sheet winner.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Mercedes EQA
if…
- ✓ you want to save $39,490 on the sticker
- ✓ you match the profile: premium-brand buyers
Choose the
Mercedes EQE
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (200 km further per charge)
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you regularly load it up (90 L more boot)
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.