2023 Honda CR‑V vs 2016 Tesla Model S
Which is bigger, the 2023 Honda CR‑V or 2016 Tesla Model S?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 27.6 cm longer, the 2016 Tesla Model S offers a bit more physical presence on the road without sacrificing much in the way of urban agility compared to the 2023 Honda CR‑V. At 9.7 cm wider, the 2016 Tesla Model S occupies a bit more of the lane than the 2023 Honda CR‑V, giving it more road presence. Standing over 23.6 cm higher, the 2023 Honda CR‑V offers a more elevated seating position and a more commanding view of the road compared to the lower 2016 Tesla Model S. Sitting with 5.8 cm higher ground clearance, the 2023 Honda CR‑V is better prepared for those unexpected potholes than the 2016 Tesla Model S. With an extra 26 cm between the wheels, the 2016 Tesla Model S should offer a noticeably smoother ride than the 2023 Honda CR‑V.
Measurements
Length
469.4 cm
497 cm (+27.6)
Height
168.1 cm (+23.6)
144.5 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
186.7 cm
196.4 cm (+9.7)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+5.8)
218.9 cm
Ground clearance
19.8 cm
14 cm (+26)
Wheelbase
270 cm
296 cm (+1)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
469.4 cm
16.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
497 cm
24.1 cm longer than the average Sedan
Height
168.1 cm
5.3 cm taller than the average Crossover
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Width (excluding mirrors)
186.7 cm
1.8 cm wider than the average Crossover
196.4 cm
13.4 cm wider than the average Sedan
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
Ground clearance
19.8 cm
1.7 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
14 cm
Same ground clearance as the average Sedan
Wheelbase
270 cm
2.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Both cargo configurations favour the 2023 Honda CR‑V, which beats the 2016 Tesla Model S by a massive 368.3 L in the boot with the seats up and by a gigantic 520.8 L (SAE) with the seats flat.
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.
1,113 L (+368)
745 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.
2,166 L (+521)
1,645 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
60 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.
315.6 L per m (+102.4)
213.3 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.
169.1 L per m² (+60.5)
108.6 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.
1,113 L
374 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
745 L
349 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.
2,166 L
295 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
1,645 L
Class benchmark unavailable.
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.
129%
SAE: above class average (+29%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 4-door 2016 Tesla Model S means slightly less convenience for rear-seat access compared to the 2023 Honda CR‑V. There is no advantage for either model when it comes to passenger numbers, since both offer a 5-seat configuration. You’ll find the 2023 Honda CR‑V a bit easier to flip around in a narrow street thanks to its 0.93 m turning circle advantage. The 2016 Tesla Model S is in a different weight class entirely, sitting 452.1 kg higher on the scales than the 2023 Honda CR‑V.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.4 m
12.3 m (+0.9)
Curb weight
1,575 kg
2,027 kg (+452)
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
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,575 kg
57 kg lighter than the average Crossover
2,027 kg
505 kg heavier than the average Sedan
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 Sedan
Parking
Will the 2023 Honda CR‑V or 2016 Tesla Model S fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Honda CR‑V 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 44 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 40 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
44 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
40 cm
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
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