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Honda Civic vs Tesla Model 3 – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Honda Civic or Tesla Model 3 fits your lifestyle better.

Honda Civic

Tesla Model 3

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Honda Civic has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32500 £, while the Tesla Model 3 costs 34300 £. That’s a price difference of around 1792 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model 3 has a convincingly edge – offering 460 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 276 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 4.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs evident better – reaching 262 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 82 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Tesla Model 3 pulls convincingly stronger with 660 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 345 Nm difference.

Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Honda Civic is distinct lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1822 kg. The difference is around 305 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly perceptible more room – 594 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 184 L.

When it comes to payload, Honda Civic slightly takes the win – 397 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Tesla Model 3 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Tesla Model 3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Honda Civic
Tesla Model 3

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Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.2 - 16.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 550 - 750 km

Honda Civic

The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.

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Tesla Model 3

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The Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.

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Honda Civic
Tesla Model 3
Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
Model 3 @ Tesla, Inc.

Costs and Consumption

Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
34300 - 50100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 16.7 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
550 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1822 - 1929 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4720 - 4724 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1431 - 1440 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
303 - 333 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.1 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
201 - 262 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Honda
Brand
Tesla
What drivetrain options does the Honda Civic have?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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