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Tesla Model 3 vs Honda Prelude comparison

Compare performance (460 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (31,700 £ vs 42,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model 3 or Honda Prelude?

Tesla Model 3 vs Honda Prelude: Key differences

Tesla Model 3

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  • markedly cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

Honda Prelude

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Model 3

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Tesla Model 3 is markedly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Honda Prelude costs 42,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,723 £.

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 considerably more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 276 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Honda Prelude takes 8.2 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly faster – reaching 262 km/h, while the Honda Prelude tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 74 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers significantly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 345 Nm more.

Model 3

Space and Everyday Use:

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 more seats – 5 vs 4.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more boot space – 594 L compared to 264 L. That’s a difference of about 330 L.

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 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 750 km
Tesla Model 3
Honda Prelude

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Tesla Model 3

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 Prelude

The Honda Prelude is the coupe that proves Honda can blend precision with a hint of romance, serving up crisp steering and a chassis that loves a flowing road. It’s practical enough for the commute and stylish enough to make parking-lot goodbyes last longer, with reliability that keeps your wallet calm and your right foot curious.

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Tesla Model 3
Honda Prelude

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Price
42,400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
83 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,772 - 1,929 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
594 L
Trunk capacity
264 L
Length
4,724 mm
Length
4,525 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Height
1,349 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
760 L
Payload
303 - 377 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 s
Max Speed
262 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Tesla
Brand
Honda
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