2021 Tesla Model S vs 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric
Which is bigger, the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The length difference totals 66.5 cm, clearly separating the 2021 Tesla Model S and 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric. The head-on difference is large: the 2021 Tesla Model S adds 16.1 cm to the width of the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, fundamentally changing the interior volume and exterior bulk. The 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric utilises its extra 14.5 cm of height to maximise cabin volume, making it feel larger inside than the 2021 Tesla Model S. The 3.3 cm increase in ground clearance from the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric is just enough to make a positive difference on a gravel driveway vs the 2021 Tesla Model S. High-speed stability is a major win for the 2021 Tesla Model S when compared to the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, as its wheels sit a full 30.1 cm further apart.
Measurements
Length
502.1 cm (+66.5)
435.6 cm
Height
143 cm
157.5 cm (+14.5)
Width (excluding mirrors)
198.7 cm (+16.1)
182.6 cm
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
210 cm (+3.3)
Ground clearance
11.7 cm (+30.1)
15 cm
Wheelbase
296 cm (+2)
265.9 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
502.1 cm
29.2 cm longer than the average Sedan
435.6 cm
17 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
143 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
157.5 cm
5.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
198.7 cm
15.7 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
11.7 cm
2.3 cm less ground clearance than 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
It’s a cargo capacity win for the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, which provides a marginal 13 L more space with its seats up and a noticeable 65 L (SAE) more when the seats are folded, so compared to the 2021 Tesla Model S it's better for both day-to-day errands and larger loads.
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.
709 L
722 L (+13)
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.
1,739 L
1,804 L (+65)
Frunk capacity
89 L (+62)
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 L per m (+39)
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.
107.2 L per m² (+11.9)
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.
709 L
313 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.
1,739 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
With an extra 1 doors, the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric makes loading child seats or shopping easier than in the 4-door 2021 Tesla Model S. In terms of seating capacity, the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric matches the 2021 Tesla Model S exactly, with each accommodating up to 5 people. You’ll definitely feel the 1.7 m turning circle difference when parking; the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric is clearly the more maneuverable of the two. If efficiency and agility are your goals, the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric’s 455 kg less weight is an extreme advantage.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.3 m (+1.7)
10.6 m
Curb weight
2,075 kg (+455)
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
2,075 kg
553 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 2021 Tesla Model S or 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric fit in a standard parking space?
2021 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 38 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 23.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
38 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
23.5 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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