Verdict
At RM149,900, the Honda e:N1 costs RM900 more than the RM149,000 Tesla Model 3, yet the Tesla brings 279 hp, 420 Nm and a 534 km range against 201 hp, 310 Nm and 410 km. Its 170 kW DC charging rate also gives it a clear long-distance advantage over the Honda’s 78 kW. The e:N1 answers with SUV proportions, a head-up display and an eight-year/160,000 km manufacturer warranty, while its RM160 annual road tax undercuts the Tesla’s RM280. For Malaysian buyers who need range and luggage room, the Model 3 is the stronger buy.
Pick the Honda e:N1 if you want a 1,590 mm-tall SUV with a head-up display, front parking sensors and an eight-year/160,000 km manufacturer warranty.
Pick the Tesla Model 3 if you want 534 km of range, 170 kW DC charging, a 594-litre boot and quicker 6.2-second 0-100 km/h pace.
Key differences
- Price: Honda e:N1 RM149,900; Tesla Model 3 RM149,000.
- Range: Honda e:N1 410 km; Tesla Model 3 534 km.
- DC charging: Honda e:N1 78 kW; Tesla Model 3 170 kW.
- Motor output: Honda e:N1 201 hp and 310 Nm; Tesla Model 3 279 hp and 420 Nm.
- Performance: Honda e:N1 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds and 160 km/h top speed; Tesla Model 3 6.2 seconds and 201 km/h.
- Boot space: Honda e:N1 344 litres; Tesla Model 3 594 litres.
e:N1
- Eight-year/160,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- Head-up display and front/rear parking sensors.
- Lower RM160 annual road tax.
- 410 km range trails the Tesla Model 3’s 534 km.
- 78 kW DC charging is far below the Tesla Model 3’s 170 kW.
- 344-litre boot is 250 litres smaller than the Tesla Model 3’s.
Model 3
- 534 km range and 170 kW DC charging.
- 279 hp, 420 Nm and 6.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 594-litre boot, powered boot and panoramic glass roof.
- RM280 annual road tax is RM120 higher than the Honda e:N1’s.
- Four-year/80,000 km manufacturer warranty is shorter than the Honda e:N1’s eight-year/160,000 km cover.
- No front or rear parking sensors are listed, unlike the Honda e:N1’s four front and four rear sensors.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM149,900 | RM149,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM280 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 279 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 420 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 62.5 kWh |
| EV Range | 410 km | 534 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 78 kW | 170 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Single-ratio Transmission |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Tesla |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 201 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,720 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 2,089 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,607 mm | — |
| Weight | 1,662 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 344 litres | 594 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 255/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 255/45R18 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Bridgestone Turanza T005 EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 18" Prismata Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 18" Prismata Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 40:20:40 Split-Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.1" Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 7 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Dual Wireless Qi Chargers |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 80,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used e:N1 & Model 3 for sale
e:N1 vs Model 3 FAQ
Is the Honda e:N1 or Tesla Model 3 better?
The Tesla Model 3 is better for range, charging speed, performance and boot capacity: 534 km, 170 kW, 6.2 seconds and 594 litres. Choose the Honda e:N1 for its SUV body, HUD, parking sensors and longer manufacturer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Honda e:N1 is RM900 more expensive, at RM149,900 versus RM149,000 for the Tesla Model 3.
Which one is quicker to charge on a DC charger?
The Tesla Model 3 is quicker on DC charging, rated at 170 kW versus 78 kW for the Honda e:N1. Both are rated for 11 kW AC charging.
