Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4MATIC vs Tesla Model 3 Performance

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Tesla Model 3 Performance 3.1 s Runner-up: 6.0 s
Power winner Tesla Model 3 Performance 510 hp Runner-up: 258 hp
Cargo winner Tesla Model 3 Performance 594 L Runner-up: 455 L
Price winner Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4MATIC $45,400 Runner-up: $54,990

Key differences

  • Tesla Model 3 Performance is quicker from 0-100 km/h (3.1 s vs 6.0 s).
  • Tesla Model 3 Performance has more power (510 hp vs 258 hp).
  • Tesla Model 3 Performance has more cargo volume (594 L vs 455 L).
  • Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4MATIC has the lower starting MSRP ($45,400 vs $54,990).
2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4MATIC studio car image
Mercedes-Benz
2025 · Petrol Sedan
2025 Tesla Model 3 Performance studio car image
Tesla
2025 · Electric Sedan
Performance
0-100 km/h6.0 s3.1 s
Top Speed250 km/h262 km/h
Power258 hp510 hp
Torque400 Nm660 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range528 km
Battery78.1 kWh
Fuel Tank66 L
Efficiency7.6 L/100km14.8 L/100km
CO2 Emissions174 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging250 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,751 mm4,720 mm
Ground Clearance131 mm138 mm
Cargo455 L594 L
Curb Weight1,660 kg1,828 kg
Towing1,000 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.3 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$45,400$54,990