Mercedes-Benz CLA vs Tesla Model 3
At U.S. average prices the Tesla Model 3 costs $57.81 a month to charge and the Mercedes-Benz CLA $60.47, a difference of $2.66 a month ($31.97 a year). The Mercedes-Benz CLA fast-charges from 10% to 80% in about 22 minutes, vs 27 for the Tesla Model 3.
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Specs side by side
| Mercedes-Benz CLA | Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Trim | 250+ | Premium AWD |
| Usable battery | 85 kWh | 75 kWh |
| EPA range | 374 mi | 346 mi |
| Efficiency | 22.7 kWh/100 mi | 21.7 kWh/100 mi |
| Max AC charging | 9.6 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max DC charging | 320 kW | 250 kW |
| DC 10–80% | about 22 min | about 27 min |
| Full charge at home | $17.15 | $15.13 |
| Per month | $60.47 | $57.81 |
Costs at U.S. average prices, 1,000 mi a month, 80% charged at home. Specs are for the trims shown; other versions differ.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz CLA or the Tesla Model 3 cheaper to charge?
At U.S. average prices the Tesla Model 3 costs $57.81 a month to charge and the Mercedes-Benz CLA $60.47, a difference of $2.66 a month ($31.97 a year). Change the state or distance in the comparison above for your own numbers.
Which charges faster, the Mercedes-Benz CLA or the Tesla Model 3?
The Mercedes-Benz CLA fast-charges from 10% to 80% in about 22 minutes, vs 27 for the Tesla Model 3. On AC the Mercedes-Benz CLA takes up to 9.6 kW and the Tesla Model 3 up to 11.5 kW.
Which has more range, the Mercedes-Benz CLA or the Tesla Model 3?
The Mercedes-Benz CLA has the longer EPA range: 374 mi vs 346 mi. Expect less in cold weather and at high speed.
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