2024 Mercedes EQA gets fresh new look and bigger range

The Mercedes EQA has been given an update, with the electric compact SUV gaining a more streamlined exterior, a bigger range and a host of new technologies to fend off rivals from BMW, Audi and Kia.  

Set to arrive in the UK early next year, the new EQA gets a new front grille design which features the brand’s trademark star pattern to bring it into line with the EQE SUV and flagship EQS SUV. 

The front bumper has been reconfigured to optimise aerodynamic efficiency, with a new LED light bar spanning the width of the new grille and joining the headlights. 

At the rear the EQA’s tail lights now feature a 3D design motif, while the LED light bar is retained from the first-generation car. 

Mercedes says it has adjusted the aero and added a new range-maximisation mode which shuts down certain systems to offer the best range possible. Low rolling resistance tyres have also been added.

This means the refreshed EQA has a claimed range of 347 miles, up from 260 miles. This means it can travel further than the Kia Niro EV (285 miles) and the BMW iX1 (270 miles). 

The 67kWh battery is retained for all models in the EQA 250, 300 and 350, with power outputs ranging from 139kW to 214kW. 

Move inside and the updates continue, with the EQA gaining the brand’s three-spoke steering wheel which was first used in the current generation S-Class. 

The EQA also gets the firm’s latest MBUX infotainment system, which is displayed on two new 10.0in screens. 

Mercedes has also updated the graphics for its screens, giving them a crisper look. The voice recognition system has also been improved to be more receptive to different languages. 

The Stuttgart-based marque hasn’t given any details on pricing, but we expect the EQA to cost from around £50,000.