2023 Honda CR‑V vs 2015 Tesla Model X
Which is bigger, the 2023 Honda CR‑V or 2015 Tesla Model X?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measuring 35.8 cm more from front to rear bumper, the 2023 Honda CR‑V provides that extra bit of "stretch" over the 2015 Tesla Model X. The 2023 Honda CR‑V is the leaner of the two, sitting 13.2 cm narrower than the 2015 Tesla Model X for easier navigation through city traffic. Both cars share a very similar height profile with a difference of only 0.3 cm, meaning overhead clearance in garages will be essentially the same. The 2023 Honda CR‑V is 2.7 cm less likely to scrape its chin on a steep ramp than the 2015 Tesla Model X thanks to its higher ground clearance. The 2023 Honda CR‑V will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 26.5 cm shorter between the axles than the 2015 Tesla Model X.
Measurements
Length
469.4 cm
505.2 cm (+35.8)
Height
168.1 cm
168.4 cm (+0.3)
Width (excluding mirrors)
186.7 cm
199.9 cm (+13.2)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+2.7)
227.1 cm
Ground clearance
19.8 cm
17.1 cm (+26.5)
Wheelbase
270 cm
296.5 cm (+1.3)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
469.4 cm
16.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
505.2 cm
52.6 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
168.1 cm
5.3 cm taller than the average Crossover
168.4 cm
5.6 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
186.7 cm
1.8 cm wider than the average Crossover
199.9 cm
15 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
227.1 cm
20.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
19.8 cm
1.7 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
17.1 cm
1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
270 cm
2.4 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
There is zero difference between these two when their seats are down, but the 2023 Honda CR‑V overtakes the 2015 Tesla Model X's boot space by an incredible 756 L (SAE).
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 (+756)
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.
2,166 L
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.
315.6 L per m (+119.6)
196 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 (+71)
98 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
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.
2,166 L
295 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
129%
SAE: above class average (+29%)
75%
SAE: below class average (-25%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both vehicles offer the same entry arrangement, with the 2023 Honda CR‑V and 2015 Tesla Model X each built in a 5-door format. The decent 2-seat difference in passenger capacity means the 2015 Tesla Model X is more family-friendly than the 2023 Honda CR‑V. 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.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
7 (+2)
Turning circle
11.4 m
12.3 m (+0.9)
Curb weight
1,575 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
1,575 kg
57 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 2023 Honda CR‑V or 2015 Tesla Model X 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
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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