Tesla Model 3 vs Honda Civic: Running Costs in Northern Territory
Data verified April 2025
At this driving profile, the Honda Civic is the more economical choice over 5 years in Northern Territory.
Running only 15,000 km per year in Northern Territory, the Tesla Model 3's higher purchase price doesn't fully pay back through lower running costs within 5 years. The Tesla Model 3 costs $133,278 in total versus $65,262 for the Honda Civic — a difference of $68,016. The numbers don't reach break-even within this holding period. If you drive significantly more km per year, or if petrol prices rise substantially, this comparison would shift. The Tesla Model 3 still avoids around 4,642 kg of CO₂ over the ownership period.
The economics don't stack up at this driving distance — increase annual km or extend the holding period to change the picture.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Tesla Model 3 cheaper than the Honda Civic over 5 years in Northern Territory?
At 15,000 km/yr in Northern Territory the Honda Civic is the cheaper option over 5 years: $65,262 total versus $133,278 for the Tesla Model 3. Use the calculator to adjust for your situation.
Does the Tesla Model 3 break even against the Honda Civic in Northern Territory?
At 15,000 km/yr in Northern Territory the Tesla Model 3 does not fully recover its price premium within a 5-year holding period. Higher annual km or an extended holding period would change this.
How much does it cost to charge the Tesla Model 3 vs fuel the Honda Civic per year in Northern Territory?
At 15,000 km/yr in Northern Territory, charging the Tesla Model 3 costs approximately $698/yr, versus $2,225/yr in petrol for the Honda Civic. Northern Territory's electricity and fuel rates are applied automatically.