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Renault Express vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (102 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express or Tesla Model 3?

Renault Express vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

Renault Express

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Tesla Model 3

4.3 (8 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Express

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Express is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,580 £.

Model 3

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 offers significantly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 358 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 8.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers significantly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Tesla Model 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is substantially lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,822 kg. The difference is around 526 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries significantly more – 700 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 367 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 534 - 750 km
Renault Express
Tesla Model 3

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Renault Express

The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.

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Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 is a compact electric sedan that pairs brisk, responsive driving with a sleek, minimalist cabin and intuitive, software-led features. It makes a practical, modern choice for daily commutes and long-term ownership while emphasizing simplicity and advanced driver assistance.

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Renault Express
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
121 - 149 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,929 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
4,393 mm
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,811 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 - 700 kg
Payload
302 - 333 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2021
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
Tesla
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