Mercedes-Benz CLS vs Tesla Model 3 Comparison

    Mercedes-Benz CLS

    Tesla Model 3

    2024 Mercedes-Benz
    CLS
    vs
    2024 Tesla
    Model 3
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
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    0.0
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    8.4
    0.0
    Based on the Mercedes-Benz CLS
    Based on the Tesla Model 3 REAR-WHEEL DRIVE
    Best suitable for...
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    LuxuryLuxury
    Long distance drivingLong distance driving
    Fuel Efficiency
    80L
    736 km
    NA
    Warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    4 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $183,600 - $197,600
    $54,900 - $91,600
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    CarExpert's Take

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    Scott Collie
    Contributor
    Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Impressive efficiency
    • Much improved refinement
    • Still sharply priced alongside rivals
    Misses
    • Camera-based parking is a step backwards
    • Touch-based transmission selector is fiddly
    • Where's the head-up display?

    Standard Features

    Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    Wireless phone charger
    Powered tailgate
    Rear air vents
    Adaptive cruise control
    Climate control
    Reversing sensors
    Reversing camera
    Autonomous emergency braking

    Optional Features

    • Carbon Fibre Exterior Pack (+$3,800)
    • Magno Paint (+$4,900)
    • Enhanced Autopilot (+$5,100)
    • Full Self Driving Capability (+$10,100)
    • Interior Colour - Black & White (+$1,500)
    • Metallic Paint (+$1,500)
    • Solid Paint (+$1,500)

    Colours Available

    Pearl White Multi-Coat is standard, with the following finishes are optional:

    • Solid Black ($1500)
    • Deep Blue Metallic ($1500)
    • Stealth Grey ($2300)
    • Ultra Red ($2600)

    Specs

    Type
    TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJELECTRIC
    Size (cc)
    2999-
    Size (L)
    3.0L0.0
    Induction
    TWIN TURBO 6NOT APPLICABLE
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAMNOT APPLICABLE
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    24-
    Power
    320kW208kW - 461kW
    Power RPM
    6100-
    Torque
    520Nm350Nm - 730Nm
    Torque RPM
    1800-
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    10.5-

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