Tesla Model 3 2019 vs Mercedes CLS 2014
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Sedan | Estate car / wagon | |
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| The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engines: | - (electric) | 2.1 - 5.5 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Tesla Model 3 is available also with electric engines. Electric engines provide instant torque and produce zero tailpipe emissions compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 204 - 513 HP | 170 - 585 HP | |
| Torque: | 163 - 420 NM | 400 - 800 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 3.4 - 5.9 seconds | 3.7 - 8.3 seconds | |
| In general, Tesla Model 3 are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Mercedes CLS. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 4.7 - 10.6 | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.69 m | 4.95 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.88 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.42 m | |
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Tesla Model 3 is smaller, but slightly higher. Tesla Model 3 is 26 cm shorter than the Mercedes CLS, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Tesla Model 3 is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 425 litres | 590 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1550 litres | |
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Mercedes CLS has more luggage space. Tesla Model 3 has 165 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes CLS. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | 11.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Tesla Model 3 is 0.3 metres more than that of the Mercedes CLS. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`182 kg | ~ 2`477 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`719 kg | ~ 1`899 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 463 kg | ~ 578 kg | |
| Tesla Model 3 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 25 procentiem less than Mercedes CLS. Therefore, Mercedes CLS is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 20 600 | 24 000 | |
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