2025 Ford Maverick vs 2017 Tesla Model 3
Which is bigger, the 2025 Ford Maverick or 2017 Tesla Model 3?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 38 cm longer, the 2025 Ford Maverick offers a bit more physical presence on the road without sacrificing much in the way of urban agility compared to the 2017 Tesla Model 3. Shoulder room will likely feel similar in both of these vehicles, as the 2017 Tesla Model 3 has just 0.6 cm of extra width over the 2025 Ford Maverick. The height contrast is vast; the 2025 Ford Maverick stands a massive 29.5 cm taller than the 2017 Tesla Model 3, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. With a 7.1 cm advantage in ground clearance, the 2025 Ford Maverick is better equipped for unpaved roads and snowy conditions when compared to the 2017 Tesla Model 3. The 2025 Ford Maverick offers 20.1 cm more between the tires thanks to its wheelbase advantage, which is usually a sign of a more spacious cabin.
Measurements
Length
507.5 cm (+38)
469.5 cm
Height
174 cm (+29.5)
144.5 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
184.4 cm
185 cm (+0.6)
Width (including mirrors)
212.1 cm (+7.1)
208.8 cm
Ground clearance
21.1 cm (+20.1)
14 cm
Wheelbase
307.6 cm (+0.7)
287.5 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
507.5 cm
35.2 cm shorter than the average Pickup
469.5 cm
3.4 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Height
174 cm
12.8 cm shorter than the average Pickup
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Width (excluding mirrors)
184.4 cm
10 cm narrower than the average Pickup
185 cm
2 cm wider than the average Sedan
Width (including mirrors)
212.1 cm
10.8 cm narrower than the average Pickup
208.8 cm
3.2 cm wider than the average Sedan
Ground clearance
21.1 cm
1.7 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
14 cm
Same ground clearance as the average Sedan
Wheelbase
307.6 cm
23.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Pickup
287.5 cm
9.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2025 Ford Maverick essentially has enough additional boot space with the seats up to fit a disassembled bicycle thanks to that 382 L (SAE) gap. The 2025 Ford Maverick has 943 L (SAE) of cargo space with its seats down, which is typical compared to the class average for pickup.
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.
943 L (+382)
561 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.
943 L
N/A
Frunk capacity
N/A
88 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.
185.8 L per m
N/A
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.
100.8 L per m²
N/A
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.
943 L
494 L less cargo volume than the average Pickup
561 L
165 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.
943 L
584 L less cargo volume than the average Pickup
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.
82%
SAE: below class average (-18%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both vehicles offer the same entry arrangement, with the 2025 Ford Maverick and 2017 Tesla Model 3 each built in a 4-door format. Whether you'd choose the 2025 Ford Maverick or the 2017 Tesla Model 3, you’ll have space for up to 5 occupants. The 2025 Ford Maverick needs only a whisker more room to U-turn at 0.6 m wider, a difference you’d rarely notice in daily driving.
Measurements
Doors
4
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.2 m (+0.6)
11.6 m
Curb weight
1,677 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.2 m
0.9 m smaller turning circle than the average Pickup
11.6 m
0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,677 kg
574 kg lighter than the average Pickup
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.
108%
8% more manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2025 Ford Maverick or 2017 Tesla Model 3 fit in a standard parking space?
2025 Ford Maverick 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 21 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
21 cm
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
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