Compare Mercedes-Benz CLA vs Tesla Model S vs Lexus ES vs Tesla Model 3
Quick Take
Mercedes-Benz CLA charges fastest, Tesla Model S packs the most punch, 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
$47,250 - $49,800
$94,990 - $109,990
$48,795 - $60,195
$36,990 - $54,990
Range
312-374 miles
368-410 miles
272-307 miles
309-363 miles
Horsepower
268-349 hp
670-1020 hp
221-338 hp
258 hp
0-60 mph
4.8-6.6 sec
1.99-3.1 sec
5.1-7.4 sec
2.9-5.8 sec
Battery Size
85 kWh
100 kWh
74.7 kWh
82 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
AWD
FWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
5
5
Top Speed
130 mph
149-200 mph
99-112 mph
125-163 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
DC Fast Charging
22 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
28 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
8 hrs (0-100%)
12 hrs (0-100%)
7 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
185.9"
196"
202.3"
184.8"
Width
73"
77.3"
75.5"
72.8"
Height
57.8"
56.9"
61.4"
56.8"
Cargo Capacity
14.3 cu ft
28 cu ft
13.3 cu ft
24 cu ft
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