BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz EQA

The BMW X3 starts from $86,100 before on-road costs, while the Mercedes-Benz EQA opens at $79,900. That makes the Mercedes-Benz EQA the more affordable entry point by $6,200.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $94,710 and $87,890 respectively.

The Mercedes-Benz EQA qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The BMW X3, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

The BMW X3 features a 14.9-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Mercedes-Benz EQA gets a 10.3-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The BMW X3 stands out with Bowers & Wilkins audio that you will not find on the Mercedes-Benz EQA. The Mercedes-Benz EQA counters with power tailgate and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the BMW X3 gets merino leather upholstery while the Mercedes-Benz EQA offers synthetic leather. Climate control is 4-zone in the BMW X3 and 2-zone in the Mercedes-Benz EQA.

The BMW X3 uses a Petrol producing 150kW and 310Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6 seconds.

The Mercedes-Benz EQA responds with a Electric making 140kW and 375Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.6 seconds.

The BMW X3 has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 140kW. In the real-world sprint, the BMW X3 is 2.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The BMW X3 measures 4,755mm long on a 2,865mm wheelbase, 292mm longer than the Mercedes-Benz EQA at 4,463mm (2,729mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the BMW X3 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 570L in the BMW X3 and 340L in the Mercedes-Benz EQA, giving the BMW X3 a 230L advantage.

For towing, the BMW X3 leads with a 2,500kg braked capacity vs 1,800kg. That 700kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (BMW X3) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mercedes-Benz EQA). Both match on warranty length.