How does the performance compare between Tesla Model S Plaid and Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 4MATIC?

The Tesla Model S Plaid delivers 1020 hp power and N/A torque, compared to Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 4MATIC which produces 362 bhp @ 5500 rpm power and 500 Nm @ 1600-5800 rpm torque.

Side-by-Side

Tesla Model S Plaid ₹ 1.50 Crore

Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 4MATIC ₹ 1.80 Crore

Head-to-Head Showdown

Tesla Model S Plaid vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 4MATIC

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

Tesla

Tesla Model S Plaid

₹ 1.50 Crore

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Comparison

Mercedes Benz

Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 4MATIC

₹ 1.80 Crore

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Key Specifications Matrix

1020 hp

Power

362 bhp @ 5500 rpm

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Torque

500 Nm @ 1600-5800 rpm

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Engine / Motor

2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC 3.0L M256 Turbocharged I6 + EQ Boost

Automatic

Gearbox

Automatic

Tri motor AWD

Drivetrain

4matic AWD

Electric

Fuel

Petrol

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Economy / Range

12.82 km/l

5 Seater

Seating

5 Seater

Airbags

Full Technical Specifications

Comprehensive Breakdown

Specification	Tesla Model S Plaid	Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 4MATIC
Pricing & Availability
Price Amount	₹ 1.50 Crore	₹ 1.80 Crore
Price Type	Ex-Showroom	Ex-Showroom
Engine
Fuel	Electric	Petrol
Power	1020 hp	362 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Transmission	Single speed automatic transmission	Automatic (Torque Converter) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Drivetrain	Tri motor AWD (All Wheel Drive)	4matic AWD (All Wheel Drive)
Emission Standard	Zero emission vehicle (ZEV)	BS 6
Engine Misc	Torque vectoring Three independent carbon sleeved rotors Opening the door turns on the touchscreen and instrument panel 0-100 km/h in 1.99 seconds	Regenerative Braking, Idle Start/Stop
Electric Range	633km (estimated)	1094 Km
Engine	—	2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	—	3.0L M256 Turbocharged I6 + EQ Boost
Torque	—	500 Nm @ 1600-5800 rpm
Fuel Capacity	—	76 litres
Fuel Economy	—	12.82 km/l
Body
Length	5021mm	5289 mm
Width	1987mm (excluding mirrors), 2189mm (including mirrors)	1954 mm
Height	1431mm (normal setting)	1503 mm
Ground Clearance	117mm to 158mm	—
Wheelbase	2960mm	3216 mm
Turn Radius	6.15m	5.6 metres
Kerb weight	1961 - 2250 Kg	—
Front Tyre	255/45 R19 or 265/35Z R21	40 / 245 R20
Rear Tyre	285/40 R19 or 295/30Z R21	35 / 275 R20
Front Suspension	Independent, double wishbone, air spring with adaptive damper, stabilizer bar	Four-Link with Air Springs
Rear Suspension	Independent, multi-link, air spring with adaptive damper, stabilizer bar	Multi-Link Independent with Air Springs
Steering	Variable ratio rack and pinion with electronic power steering Speed sensitive 2.33 turns from lock to lock Yoke steering	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheel	—	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	—	Space Saver
Safety
Airbags	6 Airbags: Dual front airbgs, Seat mounted side airbags, Curtain airbags	10 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)
Front Brake	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake	Disc	Ventilated 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	360 Degree Camera
Central Lock	Yes	Keyless
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
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	Adaptive headlights with matrix LED	LED
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Taillamp	Auto tail lights	LED
Number of Doors	—	4 Doors
Follow Me Home Headlamps	—	Yes
Cornering Headlamps	—	Intelligent
Headlamp Levelling	—	Yes
Fog Light	—	LED on front, LED on rear
ORVM	—	Body Coloured (Electrically Adjustable & Retractable)
Turn Indicators on ORVM	—	Yes
External Door Handles	—	Body Coloured
Rain Sensing Wipers	—	Yes
Roof Antenna	—	Yes
Body Coloured Bumper	—	Yes
Chrome Exhaust	—	Yes
Interior
Seating Capacity	5	5 Person
Driver Armrest	Yes	Yes
Anti Glare Mirror	Auto Dimming	Electronic - All
Interior	—	Dual Tone
Scuff Plates	—	Illuminated
Seating Row	—	2 Rows
Driver Seat	—	16 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, extended thigh support forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat	—	16 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, extended thigh support forward / back)
Driver Armrest Storage	—	Yes
Headrest	—	Front & Rear
Front Seat Back Pocket	—	Yes
Rear Seat	—	12 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, extended thigh support forward / back)
Rear Seat Type	—	Bench
Ventilated Seats	—	Heated and cooled
Interior Colour	—	Sienna Black / Black with High-gloss Black Poplar Wood Trim, Beige / Black with High-gloss Black Poplar Wood Trim
Seat Upholstery	—	Leather
Leather Steering	—	Yes
Interior Door Handles	—	Chrome
Door Pockets	—	Front & Rear
Boot Opener	—	Foot Trigger Opening/Automatic
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	—	Both Sides
Infotainment
Display	Touch-screen Display	Touch-screen Display
Screen Size	17 inch with left right tilt, Resolution: 2200 x 1300 pixels	12.8 inch
Integrated Music System	960 watt audio system with active road noise reduction	Yes
Speakers	22	6+
Steering Mounted Controls	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes	Phone & Audio Streaming
USB	Yes	Yes
Rear Screen	—	Yes
Connectivity	—	Android Auto (Wireless), Apple Car Play (Wireless)
Voice Command	—	Yes
GPS	—	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 (Tri zone) Air vents hidden throughout the cabin HEPA filtration	Yes (Automatic Four Zone)
Wireless Charging	Yes	Yes
Front AC	—	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	—	Two Zones, Vents Behind Front Armrest, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Heater	—	Yes
Cruise Control	—	Yes
Keyless Button Start	—	Yes
Steering Adjust	—	Electric Tilt & Telescopic
Power Windows	—	Front & Rear
Window One Touch Down	—	All
Window One Touch Up	—	All
Side Blinds on Windows	—	Rear - Electric
Rear Windshield Blind	—	Electric
Rear Defogger	—	Yes
Sunroof	—	Panoramic Sunroof
Vanity Mirror	—	Driver & Co-Driver
Headlight Ignition On Reminder	—	Yes
12V Power Outlet	—	Yes
Cupholder	—	Front & Rear
Sunglass Holder	—	Yes
Battery
Battery	100 kWh Lithium ion Supercharging max: 250 kW Upto 360 km range in just 15 minutes on Teslaâs 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
Car Unlock via App	—	Yes
Sunroof via App	—	Yes
Remote Light Flash via App	—	Yes
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Warranty
Warranty (Years)	4	2
Warranty (Km)	80000	Unlimited
Battery Warranty (Years)	8	—
Battery Warranty (Km)	240000	—

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Comparison Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers and head-to-head performance highlights between the Tesla Model S Plaid and Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 4MATIC.

The Tesla Model S Plaid is priced at ₹ 1.50 Crore, while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 4MATIC is priced at ₹ 1.80 Crore.

The Tesla Model S Plaid delivers 1020 hp power and N/A torque, compared to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 4MATIC which produces 362 bhp @ 5500 rpm power and 500 Nm @ 1600-5800 rpm torque.

Tesla Model S Plaid features a Automatic gearbox with Electric fuel, while Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 4MATIC comes with a Automatic gearbox and Petrol fuel.