Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology vs Tesla Model S Plaid

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Tesla Model S Plaid 2.1 s Runner-up: 4.9 s
Range winner Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology 769 km Runner-up: 615 km
Power winner Tesla Model S Plaid 1,020 hp Runner-up: 354 hp
Cargo winner Tesla Model S Plaid 793 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 S Plaid. 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 S Plaid has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 2.1 seconds, compared with 4.9 seconds for 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology. 2026 Tesla Model S Plaid has the higher listed output at 1,020 hp; 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology is rated at 354 hp, a difference of 666 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Tesla Model S Plaid at 1,420 Nm and 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology at 515 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 615 km for 2026 Tesla Model S Plaid. 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the lower recorded consumption at 12.5 kWh/100km; 2026 Tesla Model S Plaid is listed at 17.3 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 S Plaid provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 793 litres versus 405 litres, a difference of 388 litres. 2026 Tesla Model S Plaid is 247 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 S Plaid 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 S Plaid2026
Performance
0-100 km/h4.9 s2.1 s
Top Speed210 km/h322 km/h
Power354 hp1,020 hp
Torque515 Nm1,420 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range769 km615 km
Battery85 kWh100 kWh
Efficiency12.5 kWh/100km17.3 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging320 kW250 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,723 mm4,970 mm
Ground Clearance—117 mm
Cargo405 L793 L
Curb Weight2,135 kg2,162 kg
Towing1,800 kg—
Seats55
Turning Circle11.2 m12.4 m
Starting MSRP—$89,990

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology vs Tesla Model S Plaid questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Tesla Model S Plaid?

2026 Tesla Model S Plaid is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 2.1 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 S Plaid?

2026 Tesla Model S Plaid has the higher listed top speed at 322 km/h (200 mph), compared with 210 km/h (130 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Tesla Model S Plaid?

2026 Tesla Model S Plaid has more power at 1,020 hp, a 666 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 S Plaid?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the longer listed range at 769 km (478 miles), versus 615 km (382 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Tesla Model S Plaid?

2026 Tesla Model S Plaid has the larger listed battery at 100.0 kWh, compared with 85.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Tesla Model S Plaid?

2026 Tesla Model S Plaid has more listed cargo space at 793 litres (28.0 cu ft), versus 405 litres (14.3 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Tesla Model S Plaid?

2026 Tesla Model S Plaid is heavier at 2,162 kg (4,766 lb), while 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology is listed at 2,135 kg (4,707 lb).

Which is better, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Tesla Model S Plaid?

2026 Tesla Model S Plaid 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.