USA EV Comparison: Tesla Model 3 RWD vs Mercedes CLA 250+ vs Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor
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General Info
| Property | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Mercedes CLA 250+ | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China, USA | Hungary | China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA | EU |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $55000 | - Price USA (New) |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 7.4 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
| Property | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Mercedes CLA 250+ | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 431 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 323 mi | 492 mi | 344 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 275 mi | 405 mi | 291 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 64 kWh | 90 kWh | 70 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 60.5 kWh | 85 kWh | 67 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 22 kWh/100 mi | 21 kWh/100 mi | 23 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.55 mi/kWh | 4.76 mi/kWh | 4.34 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.6 | 10 | 8.8 |
Charging
| Property | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Mercedes CLA 250+ | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.7 kW | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 175 kW | 320 kW | 180 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 1 Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.8 | 8.3 | 6.4 |
Performance
| Property | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Mercedes CLA 250+ | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 208 kW | 200 kW | 200 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 279 hp | 268 hp | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 lb-ft | 247 lb-ft | 361 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8 s | 6.6 s | 6.1 s |
| Top Speed | 125 mph | 130 mph | 127 mph |
| Performance Score | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.8 |
Dimensions
| Property | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Mercedes CLA 250+ | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 185.8 in | 185.9 in | 181.3 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 82.2 in | 79.6 in | 78.1 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 72.8 in | 73 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 56.7 in | 57.8 in | 58.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 109.8 in | 107.7 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Mercedes CLA 250+ | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4047 lb | 4530 lb | 4286 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 21 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 34.5 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 38.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 3.1 ft3 | 3.6 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 3307 lb | 2000 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5 |
