Honda Accord vs Tesla Model 3
The Tesla Model 3 is more fuel-efficient at 132 MPG combined, against 33 MPG for the Honda Accord. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,500 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Accord | Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 405 | 1,518 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Forward collision avoidance |
| Crashes and fires | 8 and 0 | 109 and 6 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 23,000 miles | 5,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 18 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 33 MPG | 132 MPG |
| City and highway | 30 and 38 | 138 and 126 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,050 | $550 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 405 complaints for the Honda Accord and 1,518 for the Tesla Model 3. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Honda Accord, 5 stars for the Tesla Model 3.
Safety recalls on file: 4 for the Honda Accord, 18 for the Tesla Model 3.