Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model 3 RWD vs Mercedes EQE 300
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General Info
The Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €67187. The Tesla Model 3 RWD (2023-2025) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €35550 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Mercedes EQE 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-2025 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China, USA | Germany, China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €67187 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €35550 | €39990 |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Tesla Model 3 RWD (2023-2025).
| Property | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Mercedes EQE 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 438 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 513 km | 651 km |
| Range (GCC) | 426 km | 522 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 60 kWh | 98 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 57.5 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 13.5 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.41 km/kWh | 5.87 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.5 | 8.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 170 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Mercedes EQE 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 170 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.7 | 6.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Tesla Model 3 RWD (2023-2025) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Mercedes EQE 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 208 kW | 180 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 279 hp | 241 hp |
| Motor Torque | 420 Nm | 550 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 201 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.7 | 4.8 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Mercedes EQE 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4720 mm | 4946 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2089 mm | 2103 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1849 mm | 1906 mm |
| Height | 1440 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2875 mm | 3120 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model 3 RWD (2023-2025) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model 3 RWD (2023-2025), but the Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) doesn’t have one.
The Tesla Model 3 RWD (2023-2025) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…).
| Property | Tesla Model 3 RWD | Mercedes EQE 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1836 kg | 2405 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 594 l | 430 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 977 l | 895 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 88 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.1 | 5.5 |
