Global EV Comparison: Mercedes CLA 250+ vs Tesla Model 3 RWD vs Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA.
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General Info
| Property | Mercedes CLA 250+ | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Hungary | China, USA | China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €56000 | €40970 | €48990 |
| GCC Score | 7.4 | 6.5 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
| Property | Mercedes CLA 250+ | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 694 km | - Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 792 km | 520 km | 554 km |
| Range (GCC) | 652 km | 442 km | 469 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 90 kWh | 64 kWh | 70 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 85 kWh | 60.5 kWh | 67 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 13 kWh/100 km | 13.7 kWh/100 km | 14.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.67 km/kWh | 7.31 km/kWh | 7 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 10 | 8.7 | 8.8 |
Charging
| Property | Mercedes CLA 250+ | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 320 kW | 175 kW | 180 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.3 | 5.8 | 6.4 |
Performance
| Property | Mercedes CLA 250+ | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 200 kW | 208 kW | 200 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 268 hp | 279 hp | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | 335 Nm | 420 Nm | 490 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 s | 6.1 s | 6.4 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 201 km/h | 205 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.8 |
Dimensions
| Property | Mercedes CLA 250+ | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 4723 mm | 4720 mm | 4606 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2021 mm | 2089 mm | 1985 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1855 mm | 1850 mm | 1859 mm |
| Height | 1468 mm | 1440 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2790 mm | 2875 mm | 2735 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Mercedes CLA 250+ | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2055 kg | 1836 kg | 1944 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 405 l | 594 l | 407 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 977 l | 1097 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 101 l | 88 l | 33 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 1000 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.2 | 5.1 | 5 |
