2017 Tesla Model 3 vs 2023 Hyundai Palisade
Which is bigger, the 2017 Tesla Model 3 or 2023 Hyundai Palisade?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 30.1 cm shorter, the 2017 Tesla Model 3 could be the nimbler choice for city drivers compared to the 2023 Hyundai Palisade. At 12.6 cm wider, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade occupies a bit more of the lane than the 2017 Tesla Model 3, giving it more road presence. The height contrast is vast; the 2023 Hyundai Palisade stands a massive 30.5 cm taller than the 2017 Tesla Model 3, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. With a 6.1 cm advantage in ground clearance, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade is better equipped for unpaved roads and snowy conditions when compared to the 2017 Tesla Model 3. They are effectively twins in terms of axle spacing, with a negligible 2.6 cm wheelbase difference.
Measurements
Length
469.5 cm
499.6 cm (+30.1)
Height
144.5 cm
175 cm (+30.5)
Width (excluding mirrors)
185 cm
197.6 cm (+12.6)
Width (including mirrors)
208.8 cm
N/A (+6.1)
Ground clearance
14 cm
20.1 cm (+2.6)
Wheelbase
287.5 cm
290.1 cm (+1.2)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
469.5 cm
3.4 cm shorter than the average Sedan
499.6 cm
47 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
175 cm
12.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
185 cm
2 cm wider than the average Sedan
197.6 cm
12.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
208.8 cm
3.2 cm wider than the average Sedan
N/A
Ground clearance
14 cm
Same ground clearance as the average Sedan
20.1 cm
2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
287.5 cm
9.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
290.1 cm
17.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2017 Tesla Model 3 gives you a bit more breathing room in the boot, with a 561 L capacity that beats the 2023 Hyundai Palisade by 51 L (SAE) when the seats are up. The 2023 Hyundai Palisade's 2,447 L (SAE) capacity with the seats down is way above average for its segment.
Measurements
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 (+51)
510 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.
N/A
2,447 L
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
237.8 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
120.3 L per m²
How each car compares with its class average
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
510 L
229 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.
N/A
2,447 L
576 L more 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.
92%
SAE: below class average (-8%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With an extra 1 doors, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade makes loading child seats or shopping easier than in the 4-door 2017 Tesla Model 3. The 2023 Hyundai Palisade can handle 3 additional passengers than the 2017 Tesla Model 3, which is a decent step up in practicality. The maneuverability is nearly the same, with the 2017 Tesla Model 3 holding a slim 0.2 m turning circle advantage.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
8 (+3)
Turning circle
11.6 m
11.8 m (+0.2)
Curb weight
N/A
1,892 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.6 m
0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
11.8 m
0.6 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
N/A
1,892 kg
260 kg heavier 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.
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
92%
8% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2017 Tesla Model 3 or 2023 Hyundai Palisade 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 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
2023 Hyundai Palisade 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 38.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 25 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
38.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
25 cm
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