2021 Tesla Model X vs 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV
Which is bigger, the 2021 Tesla Model X or 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The length difference totals 86.3 cm, clearly separating the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV and 2021 Tesla Model X. At 7.3 cm wider, the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV occupies a bit more of the lane than the 2021 Tesla Model X, giving it more road presence. There is a staggering 30.2 cm between their rooflines, with the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV looming high above the 2021 Tesla Model X. With a 73.5 cm shorter wheelbase the 2021 Tesla Model X is a master of tight spaces in comparison to the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV which would win as a master of the open road.
Measurements
Length
505.7 cm
592 cm (+86.3)
Height
168 cm
198.2 cm (+30.2)
Width (excluding mirrors)
199.9 cm
207.2 cm (+7.3)
Width (including mirrors)
227.1 cm
238.5 cm
Ground clearance
14.6 cm
N/A (+73.5)
Wheelbase
296.5 cm
370 cm (+2.2)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
505.7 cm
53.1 cm longer than the average Crossover
592 cm
49.3 cm longer than the average Pickup
Height
168 cm
5.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
198.2 cm
11.4 cm taller than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
199.9 cm
15 cm wider than the average Crossover
207.2 cm
12.8 cm wider than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
227.1 cm
20.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
238.5 cm
15.6 cm wider than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
14.6 cm
3.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
N/A
Wheelbase
296.5 cm
24.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
370 cm
39 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Rarely do you see such a divide in cargo space. The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV is the definitive winner for the weekly shop with the seats up, but the 2021 Tesla Model X is the undeniable master of maximum volume 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.
1,111 L
1,634 L (+523)
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.
2,471 L (+837)
1,634 L
Frunk capacity
183 L
303 L (+120)
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.
313.8 L per m (+37.8)
276 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.
157 L per m² (+23.8)
133.2 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.
1,111 L
372 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
1,634 L
197 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
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.
2,471 L
600 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
1,634 L
107 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
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.
120%
SAE: above class average (+20%)
108%
SAE: above class average (+8%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 1 more door(s) than the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV, the 2021 Tesla Model X should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. Both the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV and the 2021 Tesla Model X have seating for 5, so there is no difference in passenger capacity.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.3 m
N/A
Curb weight
2,337 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
N/A
Curb weight
2,337 kg
705 kg heavier than the average Crossover
N/A
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
Parking
Will the 2021 Tesla Model X or 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV fit in a standard parking space?
2021 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 Silverado 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: exceeds the bay's length by 42 cm.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
33.5 cm
Length over bay
42 cm
Overall length. Primary constraint.
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