2017 Tesla Model 3 vs 2025 Honda HR‑V
Which is bigger, the 2017 Tesla Model 3 or 2025 Honda HR‑V?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 34 cm longer, the 2017 Tesla Model 3 offers a bit more physical presence on the road without sacrificing much in the way of urban agility compared to the 2025 Honda HR‑V. At 6 cm wider, the 2017 Tesla Model 3 occupies a bit more of the lane than the 2025 Honda HR‑V, giving it more road presence. Standing over 13.7 cm higher, the 2025 Honda HR‑V offers a more elevated seating position and a more commanding view of the road compared to the lower 2017 Tesla Model 3. You’d need a ruler to spot the 1 cm clearance gap between these two models. The 2025 Honda HR‑V will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 26.5 cm shorter between the axles than the 2017 Tesla Model 3.
Measurements
Length
469.5 cm (+34)
435.5 cm
Height
144.5 cm
158.2 cm (+13.7)
Body width
185 cm (+6)
179 cm
Width including mirrors
208.8 cm (+6)
202.8 cm
Ground clearance
14 cm
15 cm (+1)
Wheelbase
287.5 cm (+26.5)
261 cm
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
8.7 m² (+0.9)
7.8 m²
How each car compares with its class average
Length
469.5 cm
3.4 cm shorter than the average Sedan
435.5 cm
17.1 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
158.2 cm
4.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Body width
185 cm
2 cm wider than the average Sedan
179 cm
5.9 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width including mirrors
208.8 cm
3.2 cm wider than the average Sedan
202.8 cm
3.6 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
14 cm
Same ground clearance as the average Sedan
15 cm
3.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
287.5 cm
9.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
261 cm
11.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
8.7 m²
0 m² larger footprint than the average Sedan
7.8 m²
0.6 m² smaller footprint than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Comparing 319 L (VDA) to 561 L (SAE) is difficult due to the differing measurement methods, but the 2025 Honda HR‑V’s seats up capacity is below average for its size class. The 2025 Honda HR‑V has 1,289 L (VDA) of cargo space with its seats down, which is way above average compared to the class average for crossover.
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.
N/A
319 L
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.
N/A
1,289 L
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.
561 L
N/A
Frunk capacity
88 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.
N/A
151.2 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.
N/A
84.5 L per m²
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.
N/A
319 L
126 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
N/A
1,289 L
219 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
561 L
165 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
N/A
DriveSize space efficiency
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 values compare with VDA class averages, and SAE values compare with SAE class averages. Positive percentages indicate more space efficiency and negative percentages indicate less.
-15%
VDA: Less space efficient than the average Crossover
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 4-door 2017 Tesla Model 3 means slightly less convenience for rear-seat access compared to the 2025 Honda HR‑V. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 5-seats. You’d be hard-pressed to tell the difference doing a U-turn, as the 2017 Tesla Model 3 has a turning circle of only 0.3 m wider than the 2025 Honda HR‑V.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.6 m (+0.3)
11.3 m
Curb weight
N/A
1,380 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.6 m
0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
11.3 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
N/A
1,380 kg
252 kg lighter than the average Crossover
DriveSize manoeuvrability
DriveSize manoeuvrability combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
A positive percentage means more manoeuvrable than the class average and a negative percentage means less manoeuvrable.
-4%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
+2%
More manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2017 Tesla Model 3 or 2025 Honda HR‑V fit in a standard parking space?
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 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, and length clearance is 40 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
40 cm
2025 Honda HR‑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 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 48 cm per side, and length clearance is 57 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
57 cm
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