Global EV Comparison: Honda Fit EV Gen 1 vs Tesla Model S Standard Range
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) for as low as €34900, while the Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) was never offered for sale in Europe.
The Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) is a Hatchback, whereas the Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) is a Liftback.
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Tesla Model S Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2013-2015 | 2019-2020 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | Netherlands, USA |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Liftback |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €34900 |
| GCC Score | 4 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Honda Fit EV (2013-2015).
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Tesla Model S Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 132 km | 462 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 456 km |
| Range (GCC) | 125 km | 413 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 20 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 19 kWh | 72.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.2 kWh/100 km | 17.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.58 km/kWh | 5.7 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.4 | 7.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) can charge at up to 100 kW.
The Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 16.5 kW, whereas the Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Tesla Model S Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 16.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Type 1 (J1772) | Tesla Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 2.7 | 6.5 |
Performance
The Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) is front-wheel drive, while the Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Tesla Model S Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 92 kW | 398 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 123 hp | 534 hp |
| Motor Torque | 256 Nm | 755 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.4 s | 4.2 s |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.7 | 6.8 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Tesla Model S Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4105 mm | 4970 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1694 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1964 mm |
| Height | 1524 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2499 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020), but the Honda Fit EV (2013-2015) doesn’t have one.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Honda Fit EV Gen 1 | Tesla Model S Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1475 kg | 2183 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 340 l | 745 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1645 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 60 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4 | 5.5 |
