Compare performance (102 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (25300 £ vs 34300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Jimny or Tesla Model 3?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Suzuki Jimny has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25300 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 34300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9000 £.
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 102 HP. That’s roughly 358 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the Suzuki Jimny takes 12.80 s. That’s about 9.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs convincingly better – reaching 262 km/h, while the Suzuki Jimny tops out at 145 km/h. The difference is around 117 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Tesla Model 3 pulls convincingly stronger with 660 Nm compared to 130 Nm. That’s about 530 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is clearly lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1822 kg. The difference is around 657 kg.
When it comes to payload, Tesla Model 3 a bit takes the win – 333 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.
The Tesla Model 3 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Tesla Model 3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
Brimming with raucous charm and unabashed off-road spirit, the Suzuki Jimny makes light work of rough tracks while remaining surprisingly at home in city streets. It's a cheeky, no-nonsense companion for buyers who prefer character over conformity — think go-anywhere attitude in a pocket-sized package.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25300 - 27700 £
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Price
34300 - 50100 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.70 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 16.7 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
550 - 750 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
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co2
173 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
3
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1165 kg
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Curb weight
1822 - 1929 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
594 L
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Length
3645 mm
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Length
4720 - 4724 mm
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Width
1645 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1705 mm
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Height
1431 - 1440 mm
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Max trunk capacity
863 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
270 kg
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Payload
303 - 333 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 HP
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Power HP
283 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.80 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.1 s
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Max Speed
145 km/h
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Max Speed
201 - 262 km/h
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Torque
130 Nm
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
75 kW
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Power kW
208 - 338 kW
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Engine capacity
1462 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2021 - 2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Suzuki
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Brand
Tesla
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The Suzuki Jimny is offered with All-Wheel Drive.