Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology vs Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD 4.3 s Runner-up: 4.9 s
Range winner Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology 769 km Runner-up: 643 km
Power winner Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD 366 hp Runner-up: 354 hp
Cargo winner Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD 594 L Runner-up: 405 L

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology against the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD. Both belong to the sedan class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.3 seconds, compared with 4.9 seconds for 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology. 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD has the higher listed output at 366 hp; 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology is rated at 354 hp, a difference of 12 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology at 515 Nm and 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD at 493 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology carries the longer listed range at 769 km, against 643 km for 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD. 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the lower recorded consumption at 12.5 kWh/100km; 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD is listed at 13.7 kWh/100km. 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 320 kW, compared with 250 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 594 litres versus 405 litres, a difference of 189 litres. 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology carries the higher towing rating at 1,800 kg, while 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD is listed at 1,000 kg. 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology is 3 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD2026
Performance
0-100 km/h4.9 s4.3 s
Top Speed210 km/h201 km/h
Power354 hp366 hp
Torque515 Nm493 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range769 km643 km
Battery85 kWh78.1 kWh
Efficiency12.5 kWh/100km13.7 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging320 kW250 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,723 mm4,720 mm
Ground Clearance—138 mm
Cargo405 L594 L
Curb Weight2,135 kg1,830 kg
Towing1,800 kg1,000 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.2 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP—$43,490

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology vs Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.3 seconds, versus 4.9 seconds for 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the higher listed top speed at 210 km/h (130 mph), compared with 201 km/h (125 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD has more power at 366 hp, a 12 hp advantage over 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology.

Which has more range, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the longer listed range at 769 km (478 miles), versus 643 km (400 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the larger listed battery at 85.0 kWh, compared with 78.1 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD has more listed cargo space at 594 litres (21.0 cu ft), versus 405 litres (14.3 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,800 kg (3,968 lb), compared with 1,000 kg (2,205 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology is heavier at 2,135 kg (4,707 lb), while 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD is listed at 1,830 kg (4,034 lb).

Which is better, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.