Honda Accord Hybrid vs Tesla Model 3
The Tesla Model 3 is more fuel-efficient at 132 MPG combined, against 48 MPG for the Honda Accord Hybrid. At EPA assumptions that is about $850 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Accord Hybrid | Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 291 | 749 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Forward collision avoidance |
| Crashes and fires | 11 and 0 | 156 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 15,000 miles | 4,000 miles |
| Recalls | 7 | 12 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 48 MPG | 132 MPG |
| City and highway | 51 and 44 | 138 and 126 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $1,400 | $550 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 291 complaints for the Honda Accord Hybrid and 749 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 Hybrid, 5 stars for the Tesla Model 3.
Safety recalls on file: 7 for the Honda Accord Hybrid, 12 for the Tesla Model 3.