2017 Tesla Model 3 vs 2020 Dacia Sandero
Which is bigger, the 2017 Tesla Model 3 or 2020 Dacia Sandero?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With the 2017 Tesla Model 3 being 60.7 cm longer, the contrast in body length becomes obvious. The 2017 Tesla Model 3 is significantly wider, which may offer more shoulder room inside but could make tight parking garages more challenging. The 2020 Dacia Sandero sits 5.4 cm higher than the 2017 Tesla Model 3, which usually results in a slightly more elevated view of the road. A 2.2 cm larger ground clearance gap gives the 2020 Dacia Sandero a slightly more capable feel when the pavement gets rough vs the 2017 Tesla Model 3. With an extra 27.1 cm between the wheels, the 2017 Tesla Model 3 should offer a noticeably smoother ride than the 2020 Dacia Sandero.
Measurements
Length
469.5 cm (+60.7)
408.8 cm
Height
144.5 cm
149.9 cm (+5.4)
Width (excluding mirrors)
185 cm (+6.6)
178.4 cm
Width (including mirrors)
208.8 cm
200.7 cm (+2.2)
Ground clearance
14 cm (+27.1)
16.2 cm
Wheelbase
287.5 cm (+1.4)
260.4 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
469.5 cm
3.4 cm shorter than the average Sedan
408.8 cm
6.4 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Height
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
149.9 cm
2 cm taller than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
185 cm
2 cm wider than the average Sedan
178.4 cm
1.9 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Width (including mirrors)
208.8 cm
3.2 cm wider than the average Sedan
200.7 cm
1.2 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
14 cm
Same ground clearance as the average Sedan
16.2 cm
2.3 cm more ground clearance than the average Hatchback
Wheelbase
287.5 cm
9.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
260.4 cm
1.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2020 Dacia Sandero has 328 L (VDA) of cargo space with the seats up, a figure that is average for its segment, while the 2017 Tesla Model 3 has 561 L under the SAE system. The 2020 Dacia Sandero has 1,108 L (VDA) of cargo space with its seats down, which is way above average compared to the class average for hatchback.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
328 L
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,108 L
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.
561 L
N/A
Frunk capacity
88 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.
N/A
147 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.
N/A
82.4 L per m²
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
328 L
15 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,108 L
10 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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.
561 L
165 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
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.
99%
VDA: below class average (-1%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With more doors, the 2020 Dacia Sandero is more practical for passengers to enter and exit. There is no advantage for either model when it comes to passenger numbers, since both offer a 5-seat configuration. The 2020 Dacia Sandero is noticeably more agile in tight spots, boasting a turning circle 1.07 m tighter than the 2017 Tesla Model 3.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.6 m (+1.1)
10.5 m
Curb weight
N/A
1,015 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.6 m
0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
Curb weight
N/A
1,015 kg
238 kg lighter than the average Hatchback
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 Sedan
99%
1% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
Parking
Will the 2017 Tesla Model 3 or 2020 Dacia Sandero fit in a standard parking space?
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.
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
2020 Dacia Sandero 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 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 70.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
70.5 cm
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