2016 Tesla Model S vs 2025 Ford Maverick
Which is bigger, the 2016 Tesla Model S or 2025 Ford Maverick?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 10.5 cm shorter, the 2016 Tesla Model S could be the nimbler choice for city drivers compared to the 2025 Ford Maverick. The 2016 Tesla Model S gains you 12 cm in width, likely providing extra elbow room inside compared to the 2025 Ford Maverick, but you'll need more caution when navigating tight city streets. The roofline of the 2025 Ford Maverick is 29.5 cm higher than that of the 2016 Tesla Model S, making the contrast immediately noticeable. There’s a clear shift in capability here, with the 2025 Ford Maverick offering 7.1 cm more clearance than the 2016 Tesla Model S. The 2025 Ford Maverick offers 11.6 cm more between the tires thanks to its wheelbase advantage, which is usually a sign of a more spacious cabin.
Measurements
Length
497 cm
507.5 cm (+10.5)
Height
144.5 cm
174 cm (+29.5)
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.4 cm (+12)
184.4 cm
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
212.1 cm (+7.1)
Ground clearance
14 cm
21.1 cm (+11.6)
Wheelbase
296 cm (+0.4)
307.6 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
497 cm
24.1 cm longer than the average Sedan
507.5 cm
35.2 cm shorter than the average Pickup
Height
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
174 cm
12.8 cm shorter than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.4 cm
13.4 cm wider than the average Sedan
184.4 cm
10 cm narrower than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
212.1 cm
10.8 cm narrower than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
14 cm
Same ground clearance as the average Sedan
21.1 cm
1.7 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
Wheelbase
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
307.6 cm
23.4 cm shorter 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 2025 Ford Maverick is the definitive winner for the weekly shop with the seats up, but the 2016 Tesla Model S 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.
745 L
943 L (+198)
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.
1,645 L (+702)
943 L
Frunk capacity
60 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.
213.3 L per m (+27.4)
185.8 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.
108.6 L per m² (+7.8)
100.8 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.
745 L
349 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
943 L
494 L less 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.
1,645 L
Class benchmark unavailable.
943 L
584 L less 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.
82%
SAE: below class average (-18%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
There is no difference in door count here, as both vehicles utilise a 4-door layout. You’ll find the same passenger limits in both models, as they each feature a 5-seat interior layout. The maneuverability is nearly the same, with the 2025 Ford Maverick holding a slim 0.1 m turning circle advantage. The 2016 Tesla Model S is 350 kg heavier than the 2025 Ford Maverick, a gap that can influence acceleration, cornering response, and running costs.
Measurements
Doors
4
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.3 m (+0.1)
12.2 m
Curb weight
2,027 kg (+350)
1,677 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
12.2 m
0.9 m smaller turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
2,027 kg
505 kg heavier than the average Sedan
1,677 kg
574 kg lighter than the average Pickup
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 Sedan
108%
8% more manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2016 Tesla Model S or 2025 Ford Maverick fit in a standard parking space?
2016 Tesla Model S 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 39 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 26.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
39 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
26.5 cm
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
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