2017 Tesla Model 3 vs 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe
Which is bigger, the 2017 Tesla Model 3 or 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe sits 13.5 cm longer than the 2017 Tesla Model 3, representing a noticeable step up in total length. There’s a marginal 5 cm width difference; the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is effectively the same width as the 2017 Tesla Model 3 for all practical purposes. There is no subtlety to the difference here, as the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe towers 33.5 cm above the 2017 Tesla Model 3. Sitting with 3.7 cm higher ground clearance, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is better prepared for those unexpected potholes than the 2017 Tesla Model 3. Any difference in rear legroom will be practically unnoticeable, as the wheelbase is only 6 cm longer in the 2017 Tesla Model 3.
Measurements
Length
469.5 cm
483 cm (+13.5)
Height
144.5 cm
178 cm (+33.5)
Width (excluding mirrors)
185 cm
190 cm (+5)
Width (including mirrors)
208.8 cm
N/A (+3.7)
Ground clearance
14 cm (+6)
17.7 cm
Wheelbase
287.5 cm
281.5 cm (+0.5)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
469.5 cm
3.4 cm shorter than the average Sedan
483 cm
30.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
178 cm
15.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
185 cm
2 cm wider than the average Sedan
190 cm
5.1 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
17.7 cm
0.4 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
287.5 cm
9.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
281.5 cm
9.1 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 outclasses the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe in boot space comparison, providing a substantial 148 L (SAE) advantage with the seats up. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is the only model in this pair with confirmed cargo stats, with a 1,949 L (VDA) capacity with the seats down that is way above average for its class.
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
628 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
1,949 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.
561 L (+148)
413 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
2,254 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
225.7 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
118.8 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
628 L
183 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
1,949 L
441 L more 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.
561 L
165 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
413 L
326 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
2,254 L
383 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.
120%
VDA: above class average (+20%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Passengers will appreciate the additional doors on the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe when you're parked in tight spots, as they offer more entry options than the 4-door 2017 Tesla Model 3. Passenger space changes considerably here, as the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe includes 2 more seats than the 2017 Tesla Model 3. Both vehicles share the exact same turning circle of 11.6 m, meaning they require the same amount of space for a full U-turn.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
7 (+2)
Turning circle
11.6 m
11.6 m
Curb weight
N/A
1,900 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.6 m
0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
N/A
1,900 kg
268 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
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2017 Tesla Model 3 or 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe 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
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 42.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 33.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
42.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
33.5 cm
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