2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV vs 2021 Tesla Model S
Which is bigger, the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV or 2021 Tesla Model S?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2021 Tesla Model S sits 18.1 cm longer than the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV, representing a noticeable step up in total length. The 2021 Tesla Model S’s 11.4 cm width advantage over the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV might mean a wider interior cabin with more elbow room. The height difference is quite significant, with the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV standing a substantial 21.6 cm taller than the 2021 Tesla Model S. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV is 4.6 cm less likely to scrape its chin on a steep ramp than the 2021 Tesla Model S thanks to its higher ground clearance. Interior legroom will feel nearly identical, as the 2021 Tesla Model S adds only 0.6 cm to the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV’s wheelbase.
Measurements
Length
484 cm
502.1 cm (+18.1)
Height
164.6 cm (+21.6)
143 cm
Body width
187.3 cm
198.7 cm (+11.4)
Width including mirrors
215.5 cm
218.9 cm (+3.4)
Ground clearance
16.3 cm (+4.6)
11.7 cm
Wheelbase
295.4 cm
296 cm (+0.6)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9.1 m²
10 m² (+0.9)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
484 cm
31.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
502.1 cm
29.2 cm longer than the average Sedan
Height
164.6 cm
1.8 cm taller than the average Crossover
143 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Body width
187.3 cm
2.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
198.7 cm
15.7 cm wider than the average Sedan
Width including mirrors
215.5 cm
9.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
Ground clearance
16.3 cm
1.8 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
11.7 cm
2.3 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
Wheelbase
295.4 cm
23 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9.1 m²
0.7 m² larger footprint than the average Crossover
10 m²
1.3 m² larger footprint than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
This is a significant split in design; the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV offers a massive 39 L advantage for your luggage, yet the 2021 Tesla Model S counters with a huge 119 L lead for total hauling with the seats down.
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 (+39)
709 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
1,739 L (+119)
Frunk capacity
N/A
89 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 (+4.6)
213 L per m
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 (+9)
107.2 L per m²
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
709 L
313 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
1,739 L
Class benchmark unavailable.
DriveSize space efficiency
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 values compare with VDA class averages, and SAE values compare with SAE class averages. Positive percentages indicate more space efficiency and negative percentages indicate less.
-11%
SAE: Less space efficient than the average Crossover
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2021 Tesla Model S trades the extra access points of the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV for a more cohesive and solid body design with just 4 doors. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 5-seats. In urban environments, the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV's 0.7 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.6 m
12.3 m (+0.7)
Curb weight
N/A
2,075 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
N/A
2,075 kg
553 kg heavier than the average Sedan
DriveSize manoeuvrability
DriveSize manoeuvrability combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
A positive percentage means more manoeuvrable than the class average and a negative percentage means less manoeuvrable.
-4%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
-11%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV or 2021 Tesla Model S 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 where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 43.5 cm per side, and length clearance is 33 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
43.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
33 cm
2021 Tesla Model S 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 where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 38 cm per side, and length clearance is 23.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
38 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
23.5 cm
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