2024 Ford Kuga vs 2015 Tesla Model X
Which is bigger, the 2024 Ford Kuga or 2015 Tesla Model X?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
There is a large difference in length between the two models, with the 2015 Tesla Model X being 44.8 cm longer than the 2024 Ford Kuga. You might notice the 11.7 cm width difference when parking; the 2015 Tesla Model X leaves a little less margin for error in the bay compared to the 2024 Ford Kuga. The 2015 Tesla Model X is barely taller than the 2024 Ford Kuga, with a tiny 0.5 cm gap that won't impact multi-storey car park access. For all practical purposes, the ground clearance is the same between the vehicles, with just a minor 0.5 cm advantage in the 2015 Tesla Model X. The 2024 Ford Kuga will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 25.4 cm shorter between the axles than the 2015 Tesla Model X.
Measurements
Length
460.4 cm
505.2 cm (+44.8)
Height
167.9 cm
168.4 cm (+0.5)
Width (excluding mirrors)
188.2 cm
199.9 cm (+11.7)
Width (including mirrors)
217.7 cm
227.1 cm (+0.5)
Ground clearance
16.6 cm
17.1 cm (+25.4)
Wheelbase
271.1 cm
296.5 cm (+1.4)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
460.4 cm
7.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
505.2 cm
52.6 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
167.9 cm
5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover
168.4 cm
5.6 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
188.2 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
199.9 cm
15 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
217.7 cm
11.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
227.1 cm
20.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
16.6 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
17.1 cm
1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
271.1 cm
1.3 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
296.5 cm
24.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2024 Ford Kuga has 412 L (VDA) of cargo space with the seats up, a figure that is average for its segment, while the 2015 Tesla Model X has 357 L under the SAE system. The 2024 Ford Kuga (1,534 L) and 2015 Tesla Model X (2,166 L) use non-compatible measurement standards to compare against each other, but we can look at them in relation to cargo space vs their categories. The 2024 Ford Kuga has way above average room for its class, and the 2015 Tesla Model X has way above average room for its class.
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.
412 L
N/A
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.
1,534 L
N/A
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.
N/A
357 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.
N/A
2,166 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
187 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.
174.8 L per m
196 L per m (+21.2)
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.
92.9 L per m²
98 L per m² (+5.2)
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.
412 L
33 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
1,534 L
26 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
N/A
357 L
382 L less 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.
N/A
2,166 L
295 L more 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.
94%
VDA: below class average (-6%)
75%
SAE: below class average (-25%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both vehicles offer the same entry arrangement, with the 2024 Ford Kuga and 2015 Tesla Model X each built in a 5-door format. With 2 more seats, the 2015 Tesla Model X is better suited to carrying more people than the 2024 Ford Kuga. The 0.92 m turning circle difference means the 2024 Ford Kuga might clear a U-turn where the 2015 Tesla Model X requires a bit more care.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
7 (+2)
Turning circle
11.4 m
12.3 m (+0.9)
Curb weight
1,526 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,526 kg
106 kg lighter 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.
98%
2% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Ford Kuga or 2015 Tesla Model X fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Ford Kuga 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 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 44.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
43 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
44.5 cm
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
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