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Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake vs Tesla Model 3 (2019-2023)
Selected trim250+ electric Sport469 mi · 85 kWh · £49,900
Selected trimLong Range Dual Motor · 2019-23Change trim374 mi · 75 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Tesla Model 3 leads on running costs.
Best value
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting BrakeRange & charging
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting BrakePracticality
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting BrakeWhich should you choose?
Choose the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Tesla Model 3 (2019-2023) if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
6.8
Tesla
0
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
8.4
Tesla
7.2
FamilyMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
6.6
Tesla
5.8
ChargingMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
6.8
Tesla
5.6
Cost Per MileTesla
Mercedes-Benz
8.8
Tesla
9.4
City DrivingMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
4.6
Tesla
3.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
250+ electric Sport
- 95 miles more WLTP range
- 70 kW faster rapid charging
- 0.4 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £49,900 | Not available |
| Official range | 469 miles (better) | 374 miles |
| Boot space | 455 L | 561 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 20 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 6.8 sec | 4.4 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Tesla Model 3
Length
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake4,723mm
Tesla Model 34,695mm-28mm
Width
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake1,855mm
Tesla Model 31,850mm-5mm
Height
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake1,469mm
Tesla Model 31,445mm-24mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,723 mm | 4,695 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,855 mm | 1,850 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,021 mm (better) | 2,088 mm |
| Height | 1,469 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.2 m (better) | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 545 mm spare | 550 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 455 L | 561 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1320 L | Not available |
| Frunk | Not available | 88 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,500 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Tesla Model 3
- A 88 L frunk, one of 13 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 88 L or more.
- At 4,695 mm, shorter than 90% of saloon EVs in our UK catalogue.
- Boot space of 561 L is bigger than 85% of saloon EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake 250+ electric Sport |  Tesla Model 3 Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.72m | 4.70m-28mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.85m-5mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.02m | 2.09m+67mm |
| Height | 1.47m | 1.45m-24mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.83m | 2.88m+45mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 140mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 455L | 561L* (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1320L | Not available |
| Frunk | Not available | 88L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.21m (better) | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,091kg | 1,830kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 85kWh (better) | 75kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 469 mi (better) | 374 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 320kW (better) | 250kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £49,900 | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Estate | Saloon |
| Available | 2026+ | 2019–2023 |
* Tesla Model 3: Tesla quotes 561 L behind the rear seats, measured to the roof including the under-floor well (649 L with the 88 L front trunk). Not directly comparable to VDA figures used by other brands.
* Tesla Model 3: Manufacturer does not publish battery capacity; figure verified from multiple independent sources. Pack size and chemistry changed during production.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 469 miles (better) | 374 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 339 miles (better) | 312 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 20 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 320 kW (better) | 250 kW |
| Home AC charging | 22 kW (better) | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 130 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 85 kWh (better) | 75 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.8 sec | 4.4 sec (better) |
| Power | 200 kW | Not available |
| Torque | 335 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
250+ electric Sport
Tesla Model 3
Long Range Dual Motor
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake 250+ electric Sport
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant94%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users93%
Safety Assist85%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Tesla Model 3 Long Range Dual Motor
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist94%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 193,121 km |
Buying options
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Tesla Model 3
- £31,9952021EVHEROView
- £48,4952020EVHEROView
- £21,4892021Car360View
Frequently asked questions
What are the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake and Tesla Model 3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 339 miles for the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake and 312 miles for the Tesla Model 3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake goes roughly 27 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake or the Tesla Model 3?
The two are within 5 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 550 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model 3 and about 545 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake. The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake also turns in a 0.4 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake or the Tesla Model 3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake and 85% for the Tesla Model 3. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .