Mercedes-Benz CLA vs Tesla Model 3
At EU average prices the Mercedes-Benz CLA costs €50.66 a month to charge and the Tesla Model 3 €56.34, a difference of €5.68 a month (€68.17 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+ | Long Range AWD |
| Usable battery | 85 kWh | 75 kWh |
| WLTP range | 792 km | 629 km |
| Efficiency | 10.7 kWh/100 km | 11.9 kWh/100 km |
| Max AC charging | 11 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max DC charging | 320 kW | 250 kW |
| DC 10–80% | about 22 min | about 27 min |
| Full charge at home | €27.08 | €23.89 |
| Per month | €50.66 | €56.34 |
Costs at EU average prices, 1,250 km 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 EU average prices the Mercedes-Benz CLA costs €50.66 a month to charge and the Tesla Model 3 €56.34, a difference of €5.68 a month (€68.17 a year). Change the country 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 11 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 WLTP range: 792 km vs 629 km. Expect less in cold weather and at high speed.
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