2016 Tesla Model S vs 2025 Honda HR‑V
Which is bigger, the 2016 Tesla Model S or 2025 Honda HR‑V?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 61.5 cm length difference creates a clear divide in front-to-rear dimensions. At 17.4 cm wider, the 2016 Tesla Model S would better suit the open road, while the 2025 Honda HR‑V would win for turning tight corners in a direct comparison. The height difference is quite significant, with the 2025 Honda HR‑V standing a substantial 13.7 cm taller than the 2016 Tesla Model S. The 2016 Tesla Model S sits only 1 cm closer to the road than the 2025 Honda HR‑V, a small gap meaning they handle obstacles almost identically. Spanning an extra 35 cm from axle to axle, the 2016 Tesla Model S has a wheelbase that will allow for better passenger room than the 2016 Tesla Model S.
Measurements
Length
497 cm (+61.5)
435.5 cm
Height
144.5 cm
158.2 cm (+13.7)
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.4 cm (+17.4)
179 cm
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
202.8 cm (+1)
Ground clearance
14 cm (+35)
15 cm
Wheelbase
296 cm (+2)
261 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
497 cm
24.1 cm longer 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
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.4 cm
13.4 cm wider than the average Sedan
179 cm
5.9 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
13.3 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
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
261 cm
11.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
These two cars follow different measurement methods: VDA for the 2025 Honda HR‑V and SAE for the 2016 Tesla Model S, so instead of a direct cargo space comparison, segment averages are the best way to gauge their relative utility. The 2025 Honda HR‑V’s 319 L capacity with seats up is below average for its class, and the 2016 Tesla Model S’s 744.7 L capacity is way above average for its class. The 2025 Honda HR‑V uses the VDA cargo capacity measurement method, making its maximum 1,289 L capacity way above average when compared to the average crossover. The 2016 Tesla Model S uses the SAE cargo capacity measurement method, its 1,645.2 L capacity is way above average when compared to the average sedan.
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.
745 L
N/A
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
N/A
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 (+62)
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.
108.6 L per m² (+24.1)
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.
745 L
349 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
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.
85%
VDA: below class average (-15%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Choosing the 2016 Tesla Model S means managing with 1 fewer door(s), but this usually means a cleaner looking side profile than the 5-door 2025 Honda HR‑V. You get the same number of seats in both models, as the 2025 Honda HR‑V and the 2016 Tesla Model S are each configured for 5 passengers. Expect to put in a little more work in the 2016 Tesla Model S during tight turns, given its 1 m wider radius. You’ll feel every bit of that 647 kg difference when trying to accelerate or change direction in the 2016 Tesla Model S compared to 2025 Honda HR‑V.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.3 m (+1)
11.3 m
Curb weight
2,027 kg (+647)
1,380 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
11.3 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
2,027 kg
505 kg heavier than the average Sedan
1,380 kg
252 kg lighter than the average Crossover
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
102%
2% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2016 Tesla Model S or 2025 Honda HR‑V 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 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 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 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 57 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
57 cm
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