On a 100 km mixed trip, the Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD is about 40% cheaper than the Mercedes C 300 de 4MATIC T-Modell with default parameters. This ratio shifts with your actual energy prices - simulate for your profile.
Plug-in hybrid vs electric: the cost depends on your usage profile. Select your scenario below.
497 €per year
16,6 kWh/100 km weighted · 3.32 € per 100 km · 2 486 kWh per year
815 €per year
23,6 kWh/100 km weighted · 5.44 € per 100 km · 941 L per year
| Profile | Split | Model 3 | C | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | 70 % city · 25 % road · 5 % motorway | 489 € | 815 € | 326 € · Model 3 |
| Mixed | 30 % city · 50 % road · 20 % motorway | 497 € | 815 € | 318 € · Model 3 |
| Long-distance | 10 % city · 40 % road · 50 % motorway | 519 € | 815 € | 296 € · Model 3 |
Cumulative saving for the Model 3 Long Range AWD
Energy only. Excludes purchase, insurance, servicing, depreciation.
On a 100 km mixed trip, the Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD is about 40% cheaper than the Mercedes C 300 de 4MATIC T-Modell with default parameters. This ratio shifts with your actual energy prices - simulate for your profile.
Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD offers more range: 560 km vs 93 km for Mercedes C 300 de 4MATIC T-Modell (WLTP/EPA). In real motorway use, expect 10-20% less depending on temperature.
The Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD is cheaper across all distances with default rates. If your energy prices differ significantly, simulate to see the real impact on your budget.