Compare Lexus ES vs Tesla Model S vs BMW i5 vs Mercedes-Benz CLA vs Tesla Model 3
Quick Take
Tesla Model S packs the most punch, Mercedes-Benz CLA charges fastest, and Tesla Model 3 wins on price.
Mercedes-Benz CLA
2026 • Sedan
Fastest Charger
- 22 min 10-80% DC fast charge
- 320 kW peak charging speed
- NACS charging port
- Up to 374 mi EPA-rated range
Tesla Model 3
2025 • Sedan
Best Value
- Starts at $36,990
- About $102 per mile of range
- Up to 363 mi EPA-rated range
Price
$48,795 - $60,195
$94,990 - $109,990
$67,100 - $70,100
$47,250 - $49,800
$36,990 - $54,990
Range
272-307 miles
368-410 miles
278-328 miles
312-374 miles
309-363 miles
Horsepower
221-338 hp
670-1020 hp
335-389 hp
268-349 hp
258 hp
0-60 mph
5.1-7.4 sec
1.99-3.1 sec
5.2-5.7 sec
4.8-6.6 sec
2.9-5.8 sec
Battery Size
74.7 kWh
100 kWh
84.4 kWh
85 kWh
82 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
RWD
RWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
5
5
5
Top Speed
99-112 mph
149-200 mph
120-134 mph
130 mph
125-163 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
DC Fast Charging
28 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
22 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
7 hrs (0-100%)
12 hrs (0-100%)
8.5 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
202.3"
196"
199.2"
185.9"
184.8"
Width
75.5"
77.3"
74.8"
73"
72.8"
Height
61.4"
56.9"
59.6"
57.8"
56.8"
Cargo Capacity
13.3 cu ft
28 cu ft
17.3 cu ft
14.3 cu ft
24 cu ft