2015 Tesla Model X vs 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV
Which is bigger, the 2015 Tesla Model X or 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2015 Tesla Model X is an additional 21.2 cm longer than the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV, giving it a more elongated and sleek profile. You might notice the 12.6 cm width difference when parking; the 2015 Tesla Model X leaves a little less margin for error in the bay compared to the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV. Passenger headroom is likely to be comparable in both vehicles, as the 2015 Tesla Model X is only 3.8 cm taller than the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV. There is a negligible difference in ground clearance, with the 2015 Tesla Model X sitting just 0.8 cm higher off the ground than the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV. The 2015 Tesla Model X is slightly more stable at speed thanks to a 1.1 cm longer wheelbase than the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV, though the effect is minimal.
Measurements
Length
505.2 cm (+21.2)
484 cm
Height
168.4 cm (+3.8)
164.6 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
199.9 cm (+12.6)
187.3 cm
Width (including mirrors)
227.1 cm (+0.8)
215.5 cm
Ground clearance
17.1 cm (+1.1)
16.3 cm
Wheelbase
296.5 cm (+1)
295.4 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
505.2 cm
52.6 cm longer than the average Crossover
484 cm
31.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
168.4 cm
5.6 cm taller than the average Crossover
164.6 cm
1.8 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
199.9 cm
15 cm wider than the average Crossover
187.3 cm
2.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
227.1 cm
20.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
215.5 cm
9.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
17.1 cm
1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
16.3 cm
1.8 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
296.5 cm
24.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
295.4 cm
23 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
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 391 L advantage for your luggage, yet the 2015 Tesla Model X counters with a huge 546 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.
357 L
748 L (+391)
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.
2,166 L (+546)
1,620 L
Frunk capacity
187 L
N/A
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.
196 L per m
217.6 L per m (+21.6)
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.
98 L per m²
116.2 L per m² (+18.1)
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.
357 L
382 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
748 L
9 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
2,166 L
295 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
1,620 L
251 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
75%
SAE: below class average (-25%)
89%
SAE: below class average (-11%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV and 2015 Tesla Model X feature a 5-door configuration, offering the same level of accessibility for passengers. The decent 2-seat difference in passenger capacity means the 2015 Tesla Model X is more family-friendly than the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV. Expect to put in a little more work in the 2015 Tesla Model X during tight turns, given its 0.7 m wider radius.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
7 (+2)
5
Turning circle
12.3 m (+0.7)
11.6 m
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
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.
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2015 Tesla Model X or 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV fit in a standard parking space?
2015 Tesla Model X 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.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 37.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 22 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
37.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
22 cm
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.
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
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