Mercedes-Benz

EQA 250+ SUV

Electric car · M1 · Updated 2026-03

Mercedes-Benz's entry-level electric SUV — the EQA combines star quality with a 70.5kWh battery, 462km WLTP range and a compact footprint perfect for Irish city driving.

Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ SUV — electric car Ireland 2026
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€52,500 After SEAI grants
462km WLTP ~367km real-world
462WLTP range km70.5kWh battery
367Real range kmIrish conditions est.
100Max DC kWFast charging
8.9s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€52,500Net priceAfter grants
€120Motor tax/yrLowest BEV band

⚙️ Technical specifications

Battery capacity70.5 kWh
WLTP range462 km
Real-world range (Ireland)~367 km
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)8.9s
Top speed160 km/h
Torque385 Nm
DrivetrainFWD
Max DC charge rate100 kW
Max AC charge rate11 kW
ConnectorsCCS · Type 2
Boot capacity340 L
Towing capacity750 kg
Seats5
Dimensions
Length4,463 mm
Width1,834 mm
Height1,624 mm
Battery warranty8 years / 160,000 km
CO₂ emissions0 g/km
🏁 WLTP range462km
🇮🇪 Real-world (Irish)~367km

Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.

Mercedes-Benz highlights

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Mercedes me Charge
Single account for 1M+ chargers globally — ESB, Ionity and more
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MBUX Hyperscreen (EQS)
Curved 141cm display spanning the full dashboard width
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EV-specific refinement
Active noise cancellation and aero-optimised body for cabin silence

💰 Irish pricing & incentives

List price (inc. 23% VAT)€56,000
SEAI Private Car Grant− €3,500
Net price after grants€52,500

💡 Total savings of €3,500. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.

SEAI Private Car Grant €3,500 Motor tax €120/yr Home charger grant €300 BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
Estimated annual running costs (15,000km)
Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh)~€549
Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg)~€1,122
Motor tax€120/yr
Saving vs petrol equivalent (€1.8/L)~€2,151/yr
💡 Cost comparison: At an Electric Ireland night rate of €0.24/kWh, 15,000km of driving in the EQA costs approximately €549 in electricity — compared with ~€2,700 in petrol for an equivalent car.

🚘 EQA — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026

All prices are guide prices. Private buyer prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500). Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.

Model / Trim Battery & Range Price After Grants
EQA 250+ FWD 462km
Most Popular
70.5kWh · 462km €56,000€52,500
EQA 300 4MATIC AWD
AWD
70.5kWh · 420km €62,000€58,500

Prices include 23% VAT. Net prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500 where list price < €65,000) and VRT relief (capped at actual VRT due — 7% of OMSP, max €5,000 up to €40k, max €2,500 up to €50k, nil above €50k). Business buyers: SEAI car grant not available — VRT relief only. Always verify at seai.ie.

🇮🇪 EQA on Irish routes

Based on estimated real-world Irish driving range (mixed motorway, regional and urban).

🛣️ Dublin → Cork 260km · M8
✅ Single charge — 107km remaining
🛤️ Dublin → Galway 220km · M6
✅ Single charge — 147km remaining
🏝️ Dublin → Kerry 310km · M7/N21
✅ Single charge — 57km remaining
🌊 Dublin → Donegal 260km · N2/N14
✅ Single charge — 107km remaining
🔄 Cork → Dublin (return) 520km · Round trip
⚡ One rapid charge stop needed
🏠 Daily commute (avg) 50km · /day
✅ 7+ days between home charges

Based on ~367km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.

👥 Is the EQA right for you?

First-time EV buyer✅ Excellent choice
Family with children✅ 5 seats, 340L boot
Daily commuter (<100km)✅ Perfect
Intercity driving✅ Dublin–Cork on one charge
Towing (trailer/caravan)⚠️ Light towing — 750kg
Private buyer (SEAI + VRT)✅ €3,500 total grants
Company car / BIK saving✅ BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
AWD / off-road capability⚠️ FWD/RWD only
💡 Best for: Compact premium electric SUV.

⚡ Charging guide

🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%)~10h
🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%)~7h
⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%)~59min
🚀 100kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%)~30min
Connectors (DC)CCS
Connectors (AC)Type 2
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen via CCS. Mercedes me Charge provides access to 1,000,000+ chargers globally via a single account.

Mercedes me Charge gives EQ owners a single account for 1,000,000+ public chargers across Europe, including all major Irish networks. The EQS and EQE support 200kW+ DC ultra-rapid charging at Ionity stations.

📐 Dimensions & practicality

Length4,463 mm
Width1,834 mm
Height1,624 mm
Boot capacity340 L
Towing (braked)750 kg
Seats5
Battery warranty8 years / 160,000 km
🔋 Battery warranty: 8 years / 160,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.

❓ Frequently asked questions — Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ SUV

The Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ SUV has an Irish list price of €56,000 (including 23% VAT). After the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500, the net cost is approximately €52,500. The range starts from €56,000 list price. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ SUV has a WLTP official range of 462km. In real-world Irish conditions — motorway speeds, Irish temperatures and typical mixed urban/rural driving — expect approximately 367km per charge. This is sufficient for Dublin to Cork (260km) on a single charge.
Yes. The Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ SUV qualifies for the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500. New M1 BEV, list price €14k–€60k. Apply via seai.ie after purchase. Verify current eligibility at seai.ie.
Yes. Company car drivers benefit from the BIK (Benefit in Kind) OMV deduction of €20,000 in 2026, significantly reducing taxable BIK on EVs. Combined with zero motor tax (€120/yr) and lower fuel costs versus petrol, the Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ SUV is one of the most tax-efficient company cars in Ireland. The SEAI grant of €3,500 also applies for private buyers.
At 15,000km per year: home charging at a €0.24/kWh night rate costs approximately €549. Public charging at €0.49/kWh costs approximately €1,122. Add €120 motor tax. Compare to approximately €2,700 in petrol for an equivalent combustion car.
Mercedes uses "EQ" as its electric sub-brand. The EQS (S-Class equivalent) and EQE (E-Class equivalent) use the dedicated EVA2 platform with 200kW+ DC charging. The EQA and EQB are based on converted ICE platforms with lower DC charging speeds (100kW max). For fastest charging, EQS and EQE are the strongest performers.
The Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ SUV supports up to 100kW DC and 11kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 10 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 59 minutes. At the maximum 100kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 30 minutes.
The Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ SUV uses CCS (DC fast charging) and Type 2 (AC), compatible with all major Irish networks including ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen.
Motor tax for the Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ SUV is €120 per year — the lowest available band in Ireland (A1, 0g/km CO₂). All battery electric vehicles registered as private cars qualify for this rate, compared to €280–€700+/year for an equivalent petrol or diesel car.

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📐 Calculators for the EQA
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Home Charging Cost Calculator
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Public Charging Cost Calculator
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A 4kWp home solar system generates approximately 3,400–3,800 kWh/year in Ireland — enough to cover 236–249km of free driving annually in the EQA. Pair with a myenergi Zappi charger to automatically charge from surplus solar generation before it exports to the grid.

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