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Tesla Model 3 vs Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
Selected trimRWDChange trim332 mi · 60 kWh · £37,990
Selected trimGriffinChange trim275 mi · 58 kWh · £29,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Tesla Model 3 leads on motorway range, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Tesla Model 3 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
Choose the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Tesla
6.4
Vauxhall
6.6
Too close to call
Motorway RangeTesla
Tesla
5.5
Vauxhall
5
Family
Tesla
7.1
Vauxhall
7.3
Too close to call
Cost Per Mile
Tesla
8.8
Vauxhall
8.7
Too close to call
City DrivingVauxhall
Tesla
4
Vauxhall
5.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Tesla Model 3
RWD
- 57 miles more WLTP range
- 166 litres more boot space
- 75 kW faster rapid charging
- 93 kW more power
- 3.3s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Tesla Model 3RWD | Vauxhall Astra Sports TourerGriffin |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £37,990 | £29,995 (better) |
| Official range | 332 miles (better) | 275 miles |
| Boot space | 682 L (better) | 516 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 26 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 9.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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Tesla Model 3
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
Length
Tesla Model 34,721mm
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer4,642mm-79mm
Width
Tesla Model 31,933mm
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer1,860mm-73mm
Height
Tesla Model 31,440mm-3mm
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer1,443mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Tesla Model 3RWD | Vauxhall Astra Sports TourerGriffin |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,721 mm | 4,642 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,933 mm | 1,860 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,088 mm | 2,062 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,440 mm | 1,443 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.6 m | 10.7 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 467 mm spare | 540 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Tesla Model 3RWD | Vauxhall Astra Sports TourerGriffin |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 682 L (better) | 516 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1553 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Tesla Model 3
- 2nd-largest boot among saloon EVs in our catalogue at 682 L.
- At 4,721 mm, shorter than 90% of saloon EVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 130 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 100% of saloon EVs we track.
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
- 3rd-largest boot among estate EVs in our catalogue at 516 L.
- 10.7 m turning circle, tighter than 90% of estate EVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Tesla Model 3 RWD |  Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Griffin |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.72m | 4.64m-79mm |
| Width | 1.93m | 1.86m-73mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.09m | 2.06m-26mm |
| Height | 1.44m | 1.44m+3mm |
| Wheelbase | Not available | 2.73m |
| Ground Clearance | 137mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 682L* (better) | 516L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1553L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.6m | 10.7m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,772kg | 1,690kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 60kWh (better) | 58kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 332 mi (better) | 275 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 175kW (better) | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £37,990 | £29,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £37,990 (not eligible) | £28,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | Estate |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
* Tesla Model 3: Tesla publishes 682 L as total cargo volume (boot + frunk, measured to roof) — not directly comparable to standard VDA figures used by other brands.
* Tesla Model 3: Not published by Tesla; verified from multiple independent sources.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Tesla Model 3RWD | Vauxhall Astra Sports TourerGriffin |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 332 miles (better) | 275 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 229 miles | 229 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 26 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 175 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 130 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 57.5 kWh (better) | 55.4 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Tesla Model 3RWD | Vauxhall Astra Sports TourerGriffin |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 9.5 sec |
| Power | 208 kW (better) | 115 kW |
| Torque | 340 Nm (better) | 270 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Tesla Model 3
RWD
8.5/10
average across 6 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- Electrifying.com9/10
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
Griffin
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Tesla Model 3 RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users89%
Safety Assist87%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Griffin
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant82%
Vulnerable Road Users67%
Safety Assist66%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Tesla Model 3RWD | Vauxhall Astra Sports TourerGriffin |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km (better) | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Tesla Model 3
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Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Tesla Model 3
- £32,6462025Car360View
- £30,2992025Car360View
- £29,6992025Car360View
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Tesla Model 3 worth the extra £7,995 over the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
The Tesla Model 3 costs £7,995 more than the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer. For that premium it adds 57 miles more WLTP range, 75 kW faster peak rapid charging and 166 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Tesla Model 3 or the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is £7,995 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer comes out roughly £7,995 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Tesla Model 3 and Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 229 miles for the Tesla Model 3 and 229 miles for the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Tesla Model 3 or the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 73 mm narrower than the Tesla Model 3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 540 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer and about 467 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model 3. The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer also turns in a 0.9 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Tesla Model 3 or the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 92% battery health for the Tesla Model 3 and 84% for the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer. That gives the Tesla Model 3 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Tesla Model 3's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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