Verdict
The RM296,888 Mercedes-Benz EQA costs RM9,978 more than the RM286,910 Volvo V60, but its 66.5-kWh battery delivers a far more usable 429-km EV range against the Volvo plug-in hybrid’s 49 km. It also cuts annual road tax to RM160 versus RM365. The V60 hits back hard: 316 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 4.6-second 0-100 km/h time make it much quicker than the EQA’s 8.9 seconds, while its 529-litre boot beats 340 litres. For daily electric running, take the EQA; for pace and luggage space, the Volvo is stronger.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQA if you want 429 km of electric range, 100-kW DC charging and lower RM160 annual road tax.
Pick the Volvo V60 if you need its 529-litre boot, all-wheel drive and 4.6-second 0-100 km/h performance.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQA RM296,888; Volvo V60 RM286,910.
- EV range: Mercedes-Benz EQA 429 km; Volvo V60 49 km.
- Battery capacity: Mercedes-Benz EQA 66.5 kWh; Volvo V60 11.6 kWh.
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz EQA 8.9 seconds; Volvo V60 4.6 seconds.
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz EQA 340 litres; Volvo V60 529 litres.
- Driveline: Mercedes-Benz EQA front-wheel drive; Volvo V60 all-wheel drive.
EQA
- 429-km EV range from a 66.5-kWh battery
- 100-kW DC and 11-kW AC charging
- RM160 annual road tax and an eight-year/160,000-km traction-battery warranty
- Slower 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.6 seconds
- 340-litre boot is 189 litres smaller
- No panoramic sunroof; the V60 has one
V60
- 316 hp, 400 Nm and all-wheel drive
- 529-litre boot with a 60:40 split-folding rear seat
- 16-speaker 600-W Harman Kardon audio and 360-degree camera
- 49-km EV range is far shorter than the EQA’s 429 km
- 3.7-kW AC charging rate trails the EQA’s 11 kW
- RM365 annual road tax is RM205 higher
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM296,888 | RM286,910✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Wagon |
| Segment | C-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM365 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, supercharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 316 hp |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.3 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 188 hp✓ | 86 hp |
| Motor Torque | 375 Nm✓ | 240 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 66.5 kWh✓ | 11.6 kWh |
| EV Range | 429 km✓ | 49 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11.0 kW✓ | 3.7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 100.0 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-Speed Geartronic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds | 4.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 46 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,463 mm | 4,761 mm |
| Width | 1,834 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,729 mm | 2,872 mm |
| Weight | 2,040 kg | 2,041 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 340 litres | 529 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/40R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 19" 5-multi-spoke Two-Tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 19" 5-multi-spoke Two-Tone 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, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Active Brake Assist | Yes, with Pedestrian, Cyclist, Oncoming Vehicle and Large Animal Detection (4 to 80 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Pre-Safe, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Blind Spot Collision Mitigation, Rear Cross Traffic Collision Mitigation, Run-off Road Protection |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient 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 | 9" Touchscreen Sensus Connect Infotainment System with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 16-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (600 W) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening | Powered Boot with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular | Park Assist Pilot with Parallel and Perpendicular Parking |
| 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 | Boot Grocery Bag Holder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/160,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery | — |
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.
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EQA vs V60 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQA or Volvo V60 better?
The EQA is better for drivers able to charge regularly, thanks to 429 km of EV range and 100-kW DC charging. The V60 is better if performance, all-wheel drive and a 529-litre boot matter more; it reaches 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQA costs RM296,888 and the Volvo V60 costs RM286,910, so the EQA is RM9,978 more expensive.
Which has the longer electric range?
The Mercedes-Benz EQA has the longer electric range at 429 km from its 66.5-kWh battery. The Volvo V60 plug-in hybrid is rated at 49 km from an 11.6-kWh battery.