Verdict
At RM296,888 against RM289,000, the EQA makes sense for a Malaysian buyer with dependable charging: its 66.5-kWh battery has a stated 429-km range and accepts 11 kW AC or 100 kW DC charging. Annual road tax is RM160, versus RM830 for the Harrier. But the Toyota has a 396-litre boot against 340 litres and a 55-litre petrol tank. Its manufacturer warranty also runs for five years rather than four. The RM7,888 gap buys the EQA a 188-hp, 375-Nm motor, plus a head-up display and auto parking.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQA if you can charge regularly and want 429 km of stated EV range, RM160 annual road tax and more parking assistance.
Pick the Toyota Harrier if you need the larger 396-litre boot, a 55-litre petrol tank and a five-year manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQA RM296,888; Toyota Harrier RM289,000.
- Annual road tax: Mercedes-Benz EQA RM160; Toyota Harrier RM830.
- Length: Mercedes-Benz EQA 4,463 mm; Toyota Harrier 4,740 mm.
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz EQA 340 litres; Toyota Harrier 396 litres.
- Centre display: Mercedes-Benz EQA 10.25 inches; Toyota Harrier 8 inches.
- Manufacturer warranty: Mercedes-Benz EQA four years; Toyota Harrier five years.
EQA
- 429-km stated range from a 66.5-kWh battery
- 11 kW AC and 100 kW DC charging
- Head-up display and parallel/perpendicular auto parking
- 340-litre boot is 56 litres smaller
- Four-year manufacturer warranty is one year shorter
- Heavier at 2,040 kg versus 1,695 kg
Harrier
- 396-litre boot and 55-litre petrol tank
- Five-year manufacturer warranty
- Full-sized electrochromic moonroof and 360-degree camera
- RM830 annual road tax versus RM160
- 8-inch display is smaller than the EQA's 10.25-inch unit
- No head-up display or auto parking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,888 | RM289,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing and hybrid assistance (VVT-iE on intake, VVT-i on exhaust) |
| Capacity | — | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 175 hp |
| Torque | — | 221 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 188 hp✓ | 118 hp |
| Motor Torque | 375 Nm✓ | 202 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 429 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11.0 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 100.0 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,463 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,834 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,729 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 2,040 kg | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 340 litres | 396 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Bridgestone Alenza H/L 33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Active Brake Assist | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Pre-Safe, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors | Bi-LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated | 12-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Full-sized Moonroof with Electrochromic Function |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Cupholder Lights and Footwell Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with 10.25" Touchscreen, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening | Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360 Degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | MBUX Interior Assistant, Qi Wireless Charger | Front and Rear Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/160,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Hybrid Battery, Inverter and PCU |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used EQA & Harrier for sale
EQA vs Harrier FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQA or Toyota Harrier better?
The EQA is better for drivers able to charge at home or work, with 429 km of stated EV range and RM160 road tax. Choose the Harrier for its larger 396-litre boot, petrol-hybrid drivetrain and five-year manufacturer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQA costs RM7,888 more than the Toyota Harrier. The extra money brings a 66.5-kWh battery, 429-km stated range, 100 kW DC charging, a head-up display and auto parking.
Which is cheaper to tax each year?
The EQA is much cheaper to tax annually at RM160, compared with RM830 for the Harrier. That is a RM670 yearly difference in the EQA's favour.