2016 Tesla Model S vs 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric
Which is bigger, the 2016 Tesla Model S or 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 61.4 cm length difference creates a clear divide in front-to-rear dimensions. The 2016 Tesla Model S’s 13.8 cm width advantage over the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric might mean a wider interior cabin with more elbow room. Standing over 13 cm higher, the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric offers a more elevated seating position and a more commanding view of the road compared to the lower 2016 Tesla Model S. The 2016 Tesla Model S sits only 1 cm closer to the road than the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, a small gap meaning they handle obstacles almost identically. The 2016 Tesla Model S is 30.1 cm longer in the wheelbase, showing a big increase in chassis length and potential passenger volume.
Measurements
Length
497 cm (+61.4)
435.6 cm
Height
144.5 cm
157.5 cm (+13)
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.4 cm (+13.8)
182.6 cm
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
210 cm (+1)
Ground clearance
14 cm (+30.1)
15 cm
Wheelbase
296 cm (+1.8)
265.9 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
497 cm
24.1 cm longer than the average Sedan
435.6 cm
17 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
157.5 cm
5.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.4 cm
13.4 cm wider than the average Sedan
182.6 cm
2.3 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
210 cm
3.6 cm wider 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
265.9 cm
6.5 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
This is a significant split in design; the 2016 Tesla Model S offers a massive 22.7 L advantage for your luggage, yet the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric counters with a huge 158.8 L lead for total hauling with the seats down.
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
466 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
1,300 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 (+23)
722 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.
1,645 L
1,804 L (+159)
Frunk capacity
60 L (+33)
27 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.
213.3 L per m (+39.3)
174 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 (+13.3)
95.3 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
466 L
21 L more 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
1,300 L
208 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
722 L
17 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.
1,645 L
Class benchmark unavailable.
1,804 L
67 L less 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.
96%
VDA: below class average (-4%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2016 Tesla Model S trades the extra access points of the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric for a more cohesive and solid body design with just 4 doors. Whether you'd choose the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric or the 2016 Tesla Model S, you’ll have space for up to 5 occupants. There is a significant gap in agility here; the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric can spin around in a space 1.7 m smaller than the 2016 Tesla Model S. A 407 kg gap in curb weight is considerable, with the 2016 Tesla Model S likely to feel more substantial to drive than the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, especially under braking and when changing direction.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.3 m (+1.7)
10.6 m
Curb weight
2,027 kg (+407)
1,620 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
2,027 kg
505 kg heavier than the average Sedan
1,620 kg
12 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
106%
6% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2016 Tesla Model S or 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric 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
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric 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 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
46 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
57 cm
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