Mercedes-Benz EQS vs Tesla Model 3

How does the Mercedes-Benz EQS stack up against the Tesla Model 3? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Mercedes-Benz EQSMercedes-Benz EQS
vs
Tesla Model 3Tesla Model 3
SpecMercedes-Benz EQSTesla Model 3
Horsepower (max)658 hp510 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)4.1 s2.9 s
Top speed250 km/h261 km/h
Variants32
Body styleElectric flagship sedan / SUVElectric premium / performance sedan
GenerationV297 / X296Model 3 Highland
Production2021 – present2024 – present
Length5,216 mm4,720 mm
Width1,926 mm1,849 mm
Height1,512 mm1,431 mm
Wheelbase3,210 mm2,875 mm

Mercedes-Benz EQS vs Tesla Model 3: common questions

Is the Mercedes-Benz EQS or Tesla Model 3 faster?
The Tesla Model 3 is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 2.8s versus the Mercedes-Benz EQS's 3.9s (0-100 km/h in 2.9s vs 4.1s).
Which has more horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz EQS or the Tesla Model 3?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS makes more power: 658 hp (491 kW) versus 510 hp (380 kW) for the Tesla Model 3.
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQS or Tesla Model 3 faster on top speed?
The Tesla Model 3 has the higher top speed at 162 mph (261 km/h), versus 155 mph (250 km/h) for the Mercedes-Benz EQS.
What is the main difference between the Mercedes-Benz EQS and the Tesla Model 3?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS is a electric flagship sedan / suv, while the Tesla Model 3 is a electric premium / performance sedan. That difference in body style drives most of the others.