2023 Hyundai Kona vs 2017 Tesla Model 3
Which is bigger, the 2023 Hyundai Kona or 2017 Tesla Model 3?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2017 Tesla Model 3 sits 34.5 cm longer than the 2023 Hyundai Kona, representing a noticeable step up in total length. The 2017 Tesla Model 3 is barely wider than the 2023 Hyundai Kona, with a tiny 2.5 cm gap that you’d need a tape measure to truly spot. A 14 cm height difference means the 2023 Hyundai Kona will feel much more substantial when you're behind the wheel compared to the 2017 Tesla Model 3. The 2023 Hyundai Kona has a 3 cm higher clearance than the 2017 Tesla Model 3, which helps clear speed bumps more easily. If you drive these cars, you'll notice the 2017 Tesla Model 3 feels a bit more planted on the motorway thanks to its 21.5 cm wheelbase advantage.
Measurements
Length
435 cm
469.5 cm (+34.5)
Height
158.5 cm (+14)
144.5 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
182.5 cm
185 cm (+2.5)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+3)
208.8 cm
Ground clearance
17 cm
14 cm (+21.5)
Wheelbase
266 cm
287.5 cm (+0.7)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
435 cm
17.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
469.5 cm
3.4 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Height
158.5 cm
4.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Width (excluding mirrors)
182.5 cm
2.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
185 cm
2 cm wider than the average Sedan
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
208.8 cm
3.2 cm wider than the average Sedan
Ground clearance
17 cm
1.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
14 cm
Same ground clearance as the average Sedan
Wheelbase
266 cm
6.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
287.5 cm
9.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
With an extra 161 L (SAE) of boot space on offer with the seats up, the 2023 Hyundai Kona could roughly accommodate an additional a folded stroller that would struggle to fit in the 2017 Tesla Model 3. The 2023 Hyundai Kona has 1,300 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.
466 L
N/A
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.
1,300 L
N/A
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.
722 L (+161)
561 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.
1,804 L
N/A
Frunk capacity
N/A
88 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.
174.2 L per m
N/A
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.
95.5 L per m²
N/A
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.
466 L
21 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
1,300 L
208 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
722 L
17 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
561 L
165 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.
1,804 L
67 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
97%
VDA: below class average (-3%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Choosing the 2023 Hyundai Kona gains you extra access points, making its 5-door layout more versatile for daily duties than the 4-door 2017 Tesla Model 3. In terms of passenger capacity, there is no difference here, with both vehicles providing a maximum of 5 seats. The 1 m turning circle difference means the 2023 Hyundai Kona might clear a U-turn where the 2017 Tesla Model 3 requires a bit more care.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.6 m
11.6 m (+1)
Curb weight
1,295 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
11.6 m
0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,295 kg
337 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.
106%
6% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2023 Hyundai Kona or 2017 Tesla Model 3 fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Hyundai Kona 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 46 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 57.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
46 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
57.5 cm
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 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 40 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
40 cm
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