The all-electric Mercedes-Benz EQA has added two more versions to the line-up, the EQA 300 4MATIC and EQA 350 4MATIC.
The EQA 300 4MATIC is a dual-motor all-wheel drive fully electric compact SUV. With 228 hp this powertrain offers increased performance with the usability and practicality of a 4MATIC all-wheel drive system.
The EQA 350 4MATIC also uses dual electric motors, which provide 292 hp and mean it can travel from 0 to 62 mph in 6.0 seconds. The dual-motor set-up also utilises a 4MATIC system adding capability and confidence to the driving experience.
Both models have a useable battery capacity of 66.5 kWh and have an all-electric range of 264 miles. Prices for the EQA 300 4MATIC AMG Line start from £48,495 and £49,995 for the EQA 350 4MATIC AMG Line.
For an additional £3,000 the AMG Line Premium model line includes 19-inch AMG five-twin-spoke alloy wheels; electrically operated panoramic glass sunroof; Keyless-Go Comfort package; augmented reality navigation system; advanced sound system; and wireless charging for compatible smartphones.
As we reported, Mercedes has already launched the new entry-level model to the all-electric world of Mercedes-EQ vehicles, the EQA. The basic car is equipped with a 140kw (196 hp) engine and 66.5kWh battery that provides a range according to WLTP of 266 miles.
The EQ line is part of Mercedes-Benz’s “Ambition 2039” initiative. The company is working towards offering a CO2-neutral new car fleet less than 20 years from now. Mercedes wants electrically powered cars including all-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles to account for more than half of its sales by 2030.
The German automaker has also unveiled to the world the EQS luxury EV that plans to take on Tesla with its 481 miles range and its electric motor that delivers 329bhp and 338lb ft of torque.