How does the performance compare between Tesla Model 3 Rear Wheel Drive and Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d 4MATIC AMG Line?

The Tesla Model 3 Rear Wheel Drive delivers 239 kW (320.50hp) @5525rpm power and 420Nm @325-5200rpm torque, compared to Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d 4MATIC AMG Line which produces 188 bhp @ 3800 rpm power and 400 Nm @ 1600-2600 rpm torque.

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Tesla Model 3 Rear Wheel Drive ₹ 70 Lakh

Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d 4MATIC AMG Line ₹ 69.80 Lakh

Head-to-Head Showdown

Tesla Model 3 Rear Wheel Drive vs Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d 4MATIC AMG Line

Detailed side-by-side comparison of prices, performance, dimensions, and features.

Tesla

Tesla Model 3 Rear Wheel Drive

₹ 70 Lakh

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Comparison

Mercedes Benz

Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d 4MATIC AMG Line

₹ 69.80 Lakh

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Key Specifications Matrix

239 kW (320.50hp) @5525rpm

Power

188 bhp @ 3800 rpm

420Nm @325-5200rpm

Torque

400 Nm @ 1600-2600 rpm

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Engine / Motor

1950 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

Automatic

Gearbox

Automatic (DCT)

RWD

Drivetrain

FWD

Electric

Fuel

Diesel

5 Seater

Seating

7 Seater

Airbags

Full Technical Specifications

Comprehensive Breakdown

Specification	Tesla Model 3 Rear Wheel Drive	Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d 4MATIC AMG Line
Pricing & Availability
Price Amount	₹ 70 Lakh	₹ 69.80 Lakh
Price Type	Ex-Showroom	Ex-Showroom
Engine
Fuel	Electric	Diesel
Power	239 kW (320.50hp) @5525rpm	188 bhp @ 3800 rpm
Torque	420Nm @325-5200rpm	400 Nm @ 1600-2600 rpm
Transmission	Single speed fixed gear Gearbox ratio: 9:1	Automatic (Dual Clutch Transmission) - 8 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Drivetrain	RWD (Rear Wheel Drive)	FWD (Front Wheel Drive)
Emission Standard	Zero emission vehicle (ZEV)	BS 6
Engine Misc	Motor voltage: 350V Three types of keys: Phone key, Key card, Key fob Motor type: Interior permanent magnet synchronous Opening the door turns on the touchscreen and instrument panel 0-100 km/h in 6.1 seconds	Idle Start/Stop
Electric Range	491 km (WLTP)	—
Engine	—	1950 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Fuel Capacity	—	60 litres
Body
Length	4694mm	4646 mm
Width	2088mm (including mirrors), 1933mm (including folded mirrors), 1849mm (excluding mirrors)	1850 mm
Height	1443mm	1706 mm
Ground Clearance	140mm	—
Wheelbase	2875mm	2829 mm
Turn Radius	5.3m	—
Kerb weight	1751kg (3862lbs)	—
Front Tyre	P235/45 R18 or P235/40 R19	235 / 50 R19
Rear Tyre	P235/45 R18 or P235/40 R19	235 / 50 R19
Front Suspension	Independent, double wishbone, coil spring/telescopic damper, sway bar	MacPherson Strut with Transverse Control Arm, Coil Springs, Twin-tube Gas-filled Shock Absorbers, Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension	Independent, multi-link, coil spring/telescopic damper	Multilink, Coil Springs, Gas-filled Shock Absorbers, Stabiliser Bar
Steering	Rack and pinion with electronic power steering Speed sensitive Number of turns to lock: 2.00 Height/ Tilt angle adjustable Heated steering wheel	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheel	—	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	—	Space Saver
Safety
NCAP Rating	5 Star (NHTSA)	5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Airbags	6 Airbags: Dual front airbgs, Seat mounted side airbags, Curtain airbags	7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Front Brake	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake	Disc	Disc
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)	Yes	Yes
EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)	Yes	Yes
Traction Control System	Yes	Yes
Park Assist	Visual and audio feedback	Reverse Camera with Guidance
Central Lock	Yes	Remote
Speed Sensitive Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Lock	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	—	Yes
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)	—	Yes
Hill Hold Control	—	Yes
Hill Descent Control	—	Yes
Parking Sensors	—	Front & Rear
Speed Warning	—	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Dynamic Brake Lights	—	Yes
Seatbelt Warning	—	Yes
Mid Rear Seat Belt	—	Yes
Child Seat Anchor Point	—	Yes
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Exterior
Headlight	LED, Signature lights - series of LED lights along the rim of headlights	LED
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Fog Light	LED fog lamps	LED
Taillamp	Auto tail lights	LED
Number of Doors	—	5 Doors
Follow Me Home Headlamps	—	Yes
Headlamp Levelling	—	Yes
ORVM	—	Body Coloured (Electrically Adjustable & Retractable)
Turn Indicators on ORVM	—	Yes
External Door Handles	—	Body Coloured
Rain Sensing Wipers	—	Yes
Body Coloured Bumper	—	Yes
Body Kit	—	Cladding - Black/Grey
Rub Strips	—	Chrome Inserts
Interior
Seating Capacity	5	7 Person
Driver Armrest	Yes	Yes
Anti Glare Mirror	Auto Dimming	Electronic - Internal & Driver Door
Interior	—	Single Tone
Scuff Plates	—	Metallic
Seating Row	—	3 Rows
Driver Seat	—	10 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down, extended thigh support forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat	—	10 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down, extended thigh support forward / back)
Driver Armrest Storage	—	Yes
Headrest	—	Front, Second & Third
Front Seat Back Pocket	—	Yes
Rear Seat	—	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Rear Seat Type	—	Bench
Rear Seat Folding	—	Full
Rear Seat Split	—	40:20:40 split
Mid Rear Head Rest	—	Yes
Third Row Seat	—	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Third Row Seat Type	—	Bench
Third Row Seat Split	—	50:50 split
Interior Colour	—	Black with Carbon-structure Trim
Seat Upholstery	—	Fabric + Leatherette
Leather Steering	—	Yes
Interior Door Handles	—	Silver
Door Pockets	—	Front & Rear
Cabin Boot Access	—	Yes
Boot Opener	—	Electric Opening and Closing
Interior Ambient Light	—	64
Interior Ambient Lights	—	Multi-colour
Puddle Lamp	—	Yes
Cabin Lamp	—	Front and Rear
Vanity Mirror Light	—	Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp	—	Yes
Infotainment
Display	Touch-screen Display	Touch-screen Display
Screen Size	15 inch	10.25 inch
Connectivity	WiFi	Android Auto (Wired), Apple Car Play (Wired)
Integrated Music System	Custom audio with immersive sound	Yes
Steering Mounted Controls	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes	Phone & Audio Streaming
USB	Yes	Yes
Speakers	—	8
Voice Command	—	Yes
GPS	—	Yes
Auxiliary Port	—	Yes
Radio	—	Yes
Instrument	—	Digital
Tripmeter	—	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption	—	Yes
Average Speed	—	Yes
Instant Fuel Consumption	—	Yes
Clock	—	Digital
Low Fuel Warning	—	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	—	Yes
Gear Indicator	—	Yes
Shift Indicator	—	Dynamic
Tachometer	—	Digital
Cluster Brightness Adjustment	—	Yes
Alexa	—	Yes
Internal Hard Drive	—	Yes
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Comfort
AC	Fully automatic temperature control Rear Air vents Cabin air filters	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)
Wireless Charging	Yes	Yes
Front AC	—	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	—	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
Heater	—	Yes
Cruise Control	—	Yes
Keyless Button Start	—	Yes
Steering Adjust	—	Tilt & Telescopic
Power Windows	—	Front & Rear
Window One Touch Down	—	All
Window One Touch Up	—	All
Side Blinds on Windows	—	Rear - Electric
Rear Defogger	—	Yes
Rear Wiper	—	Yes
Sunroof	—	Panoramic Sunroof
Vanity Mirror	—	Driver & Co-Driver
Headlight Ignition On Reminder	—	Yes
12V Power Outlet	—	2
Cupholder	—	Front, Second & Third
Cooled Glovebox	—	Yes
Third Row Cup Holder	—	Yes
Battery
Battery	60 kW Lithium ion/ Lithium iron phosphate High voltage battery: Li-ion: voltage 360V DC Lithium iron phosphate (LFP): 345V DC Low voltage battery: 33 Ah or higher Upto 270 km range in just 15 minutes on Tesla’s supercharger network Wall connector: charging speeds upto 70km of range added per hour, 24 ft cable Mobile connector: Using 110V it can povide upto 4.8km range per hour, using 240V outlet, it provides upto 48km range per hour	—
Other
Find My Car	—	Yes
Geofencing	—	Yes
Car Status Via App	—	Yes
Emergency Call System	—	Yes
OTA Update	—	Yes
AC On Off via App	—	Yes
Car Unlock via App	—	Yes
Remote Light Flash via App	—	Yes
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Warranty
Warranty (Years)	4	8
Warranty (Km)	80000	Unlimited
Battery Warranty (Years)	8	—
Battery Warranty (Km)	160000	—

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Comparison Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers and head-to-head performance highlights between the Tesla Model 3 Rear Wheel Drive and Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d 4MATIC AMG Line.

The Tesla Model 3 Rear Wheel Drive is priced at ₹ 70 Lakh, while the Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d 4MATIC AMG Line is priced at ₹ 69.80 Lakh.

The Tesla Model 3 Rear Wheel Drive delivers 239 kW (320.50hp) @5525rpm power and 420Nm @325-5200rpm torque, compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d 4MATIC AMG Line which produces 188 bhp @ 3800 rpm power and 400 Nm @ 1600-2600 rpm torque.

Tesla Model 3 Rear Wheel Drive features a Automatic gearbox with Electric fuel, while Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d 4MATIC AMG Line comes with a Automatic (DCT) gearbox and Diesel fuel.