Kia EV9 Long Range AWD vs Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+

2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ studio car image
Mercedes-Benz

EQA 250+

2026 · Electric Suv

Comparison winners

5 metrics
0-100 winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD 5.3 s Runner-up: 8.6 s
Range winner Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ 528 km Runner-up: 490 km
Power winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD 384 hp Runner-up: 190 hp
Cargo winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD 828 L Runner-up: 340 L
Price winner Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ $50,600 Runner-up: $57,200

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD against the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.3 seconds, compared with 8.6 seconds for 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the higher listed output at 384 hp; 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ is rated at 190 hp, a difference of 194 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD at 600 Nm and 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ at 385 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ carries the longer listed range at 528 km, against 490 km for 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD. 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ has the lower recorded consumption at 15.7 kWh/100km; 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is listed at 19.2 kWh/100km. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 258 kW, compared with 100 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 828 litres versus 340 litres, a difference of 488 litres. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ is listed at 750 kg. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is 547 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ has the lower listed starting price at $50,600, compared with $57,200 for 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Kia EV9 Long Range AWD2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+2026
Performance
0-100 km/h5.3 s8.6 s
Top Speed185 km/h160 km/h
Power384 hp190 hp
Torque600 Nm385 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range490 km528 km
Battery99.8 kWh70.5 kWh
Efficiency19.2 kWh/100km15.7 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging258 kW100 kW
Size & Capacity
Length5,010 mm4,463 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm168 mm
Cargo828 L340 L
Curb Weight2,614 kg2,040 kg
Towing2,500 kg750 kg
Seats75
Turning Circle12.4 m11.4 m
Starting MSRP$57,200$50,600

Kia EV9 Long Range AWD vs Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.3 seconds, versus 8.6 seconds for 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the higher listed top speed at 185 km/h (115 mph), compared with 160 km/h (99 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has more power at 384 hp, a 194 hp advantage over 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+.

Which has more range, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ has the longer listed range at 528 km (328 miles), versus 490 km (304 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the larger listed battery at 99.8 kWh, compared with 70.5 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has more listed cargo space at 828 litres (29.2 cu ft), versus 340 litres (12.0 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,500 kg (5,512 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is heavier at 2,614 kg (5,763 lb), while 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ is listed at 2,040 kg (4,497 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $50,600 USD, compared with $57,200 USD for 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.