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Model 3 Performance vs BENZ A-CLASS A 45 S

Tesla · MERCEDES

1/4 Mile winner
Model 3 Performance
Beats the BENZ A-CLASS A 45 S by 1.03s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Model 3 Performance beats the BENZ A-CLASS A 45 S by a wide margin, finishing 1.03 seconds ahead. Off the line, the Model 3 Performance is the quicker car (0–100 in 3.1s vs 3.9s) and that early lead carries to the line.

Spec head-to-head

Power
450 hp
416 hp
0–100 km/h
3.1s
3.9s
Top speed
261 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
Dual Electric Motors (AWD)
I4
Fuel
Electric
Petrol
Torque
660 Nm
500 Nm
Price
$53,240
$53,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Model 3 Performance
BENZ A-CLASS A 45 S
100 m
4.722s
5.222s
1/8 mile
7.051s
7.770s
1/4 mile
10.762s
11.795s
1 km
19.922s
21.583s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the BENZ A-CLASS A 45 S is the obvious pick at $53,000 versus the Model 3 Performance's $53,240. Choose the Model 3 Performance if instant torque, silent running and lower running costs matter most. Choose the BENZ A-CLASS A 45 S if you want the soundtrack and the long-distance ease that combustion still owns.

FAQ

Which is faster, the Model 3 Performance or the BENZ A-CLASS A 45 S?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Model 3 Performance is faster, beating the BENZ A-CLASS A 45 S by 1.03 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Model 3 Performance vs the BENZ A-CLASS A 45 S?

The Model 3 Performance hits 100 km/h in 3.1 seconds, while the BENZ A-CLASS A 45 S does it in 3.9 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Model 3 Performance produces 450 hp; the BENZ A-CLASS A 45 S produces 416 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Model 3 Performance tops out at 261 km/h, and the BENZ A-CLASS A 45 S reaches 250 km/h.

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