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2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV vs 2017 Tesla Model 3

Side view of the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV
Side view of the 2017 Tesla Model 3

Chevrolet Equinox EV

2024

Tesla Model 3

2017

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Which is bigger, the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV or 2017 Tesla Model 3?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV would require an extra 14.5 cm of garage space length compared to the more compact 2017 Tesla Model 3. When it comes to tight city streets, both the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV and 2017 Tesla Model 3 will feel near identical, as the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV is only 2.3 cm wider. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV towers in height over the 2017 Tesla Model 3 by 20.1 cm, providing a much more commanding view of any traffic ahead. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV is 2.3 cm less likely to scrape its chin on a steep ramp than the 2017 Tesla Model 3 thanks to its higher ground clearance. Both cars sit on nearly the same length wheelbase, with the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV being just 7.9 cm longer than the 2017 Tesla Model 3.

Measurements

Length

484 cm (+14.5)

469.5 cm

Height

164.6 cm (+20.1)

144.5 cm

Width (excluding mirrors)

187.3 cm (+2.3)

185 cm

Width (including mirrors)

215.5 cm (+2.3)

208.8 cm

Ground clearance

16.3 cm (+7.9)

14 cm

Wheelbase

295.4 cm (+0.4)

287.5 cm

How each car compares with its class average

Length

484 cm

31.4 cm longer than the average Crossover

469.5 cm

3.4 cm shorter than the average Sedan

Height

164.6 cm

1.8 cm taller than the average Crossover

144.5 cm

1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan

Width (excluding mirrors)

187.3 cm

2.4 cm wider than the average Crossover

185 cm

2 cm wider than the average Sedan

Width (including mirrors)

215.5 cm

9.1 cm wider than the average Crossover

208.8 cm

3.2 cm wider than the average Sedan

Ground clearance

16.3 cm

1.8 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover

14 cm

Same ground clearance as the average Sedan

Wheelbase

295.4 cm

23 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover

287.5 cm

9.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan

Front view

Front view of the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV
Front view of the 2017 Tesla Model 3

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV is the clear choice for those needing more packing room, boasting a 187 L (SAE) lead in standard cargo space with all seats upright. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV is the only model in this pair with confirmed cargo stats, with a 1,620 L (SAE) capacity with the seats down that is way above average for its class.

Measurements

Standard cargo capacity (SAE)

The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.

This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.

748 L (+187)

561 L

Largest cargo capacity (SAE)

The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.

If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.

1,620 L

N/A

Frunk capacity

N/A

88 L

Cargo space vs length

This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by overall vehicle length.

Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.

217.6 L per m

N/A

Cargo space vs footprint

This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by footprint.

Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.

It helps show how efficiently a car turns exterior area into usable cargo space.

116.2 L per m²

N/A

How each car compares with its class average

Standard cargo capacity (SAE)

The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.

This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.

748 L

9 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover

561 L

165 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan

Largest cargo capacity (SAE)

The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.

If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.

1,620 L

251 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover

N/A

DriveSize space efficiency score

DriveSize space efficiency compares blended cargo volume per square meter of footprint with the class average.

Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure within the selected cargo measurement method.

VDA scores compare with VDA class averages, and SAE scores compare with SAE class averages. Around 100% means in line with class average.

89%

SAE: below class average (-11%)

Rear view

Rear view of the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV
Rear view of the 2017 Tesla Model 3

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

Passengers will appreciate the additional doors on the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV when you're parked in tight spots, as they offer more entry options than the 4-door 2017 Tesla Model 3. You get the same number of seats in both models, as the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV and the 2017 Tesla Model 3 are each configured for 5 passengers. You won't find an agility advantage in either of these models, as both have a turning circle 11.6 m.

Measurements

Doors

5 (+1)

4

Max. seats

5

5

Turning circle

11.6 m

11.6 m

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

11.6 m

0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover

11.6 m

0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan

DriveSize manoeuvrability score

DriveSize manoeuvrability score combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.

Around 100% means in line with the class average; higher scores indicate better manoeuvrability relative to similar cars.

96%

4% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover

96%

4% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan

Parking

Will the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV or 2017 Tesla Model 3 fit in a standard parking space?

2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV parking fit score

DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.

Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.

Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.

OK

For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 43.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 33 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

43.5 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

33 cm

2017 Tesla Model 3 parking fit score

DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.

Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.

Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.

OK

For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 45 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 40 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

45 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

40 cm

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