2015 Tesla Model X vs 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe
Which is bigger, the 2015 Tesla Model X or 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2015 Tesla Model X would require an extra 22.2 cm of garage space length compared to the more compact 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. The 2015 Tesla Model X’s 9.9 cm width advantage over the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe might mean a wider interior cabin with more elbow room. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe sits 9.6 cm higher than the 2015 Tesla Model X, which usually results in a slightly more elevated view of the road. The 2015 Tesla Model X sits only 0.6 cm closer to the road than the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe, a small gap meaning they handle obstacles almost identically. If you drive these cars, you'll notice the 2015 Tesla Model X feels a bit more planted on the motorway thanks to its 15 cm wheelbase advantage.
Measurements
Length
505.2 cm (+22.2)
483 cm
Height
168.4 cm
178 cm (+9.6)
Width (excluding mirrors)
199.9 cm (+9.9)
190 cm
Width (including mirrors)
227.1 cm
N/A (+0.6)
Ground clearance
17.1 cm (+15)
17.7 cm
Wheelbase
296.5 cm (+0.9)
281.5 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
505.2 cm
52.6 cm longer than the average Crossover
483 cm
30.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
168.4 cm
5.6 cm taller than the average Crossover
178 cm
15.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
199.9 cm
15 cm wider than the average Crossover
190 cm
5.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
227.1 cm
20.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
N/A
Ground clearance
17.1 cm
1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
17.7 cm
0.4 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
296.5 cm
24.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
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
Both cargo configurations favour the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe, which beats the 2015 Tesla Model X by a moderate 56 L in the boot with the seats up and by a noticeable 88 L (SAE) with the seats flat.
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.
357 L
413 L (+56)
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.
2,166 L
2,254 L (+88)
Frunk capacity
187 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.
196 L per m
225.7 L per m (+29.8)
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.
98 L per m²
118.8 L per m² (+20.8)
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.
357 L
382 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
2,166 L
295 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
75%
SAE: below class average (-25%)
120%
VDA: above class average (+20%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both vehicles offer the same entry arrangement, with the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2015 Tesla Model X each built in a 5-door format. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 7-seats. You’ll find the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe a bit easier to flip around in a narrow street thanks to its 0.7 m turning circle advantage.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
7
7
Turning circle
12.3 m (+0.7)
11.6 m
Curb weight
N/A
1,900 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
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.
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2015 Tesla Model X or 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe fit in a standard parking space?
2015 Tesla Model X 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 37.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 22 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
37.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
22 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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