2024 Hyundai Santa Fe vs 2021 Tesla Model X
Which is bigger, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe or 2021 Tesla Model X?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 22.7 cm longer, the 2021 Tesla Model X offers a bit more physical presence on the road without sacrificing much in the way of urban agility compared to the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. You might notice the 9.9 cm width difference when parking; the 2021 Tesla Model X leaves a little less margin for error in the bay compared to the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe offers an extra 10 cm of height, providing a bit more clearance and a more upright cabin feel than the 2021 Tesla Model X. The 3.1 cm increase in ground clearance from the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is just enough to make a positive difference on a gravel driveway vs the 2021 Tesla Model X. Even the 15 cm wheelbase advantage helps the 2021 Tesla Model X feel like a larger, more composed vehicle than the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Measurements
Length
483 cm
505.7 cm (+22.7)
Height
178 cm (+10)
168 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
190 cm
199.9 cm (+9.9)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+3.1)
227.1 cm
Ground clearance
17.7 cm
14.6 cm (+15)
Wheelbase
281.5 cm
296.5 cm (+0.9)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
483 cm
30.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
505.7 cm
53.1 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
178 cm
15.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
168 cm
5.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
190 cm
5.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
199.9 cm
15 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
227.1 cm
20.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
17.7 cm
0.4 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
14.6 cm
3.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
281.5 cm
9.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
296.5 cm
24.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2021 Tesla Model X offers a 698 L lead in the boot and a large 217 L (SAE) edge 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.
628 L
N/A
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.
1,949 L
N/A
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.
413 L
1,111 L (+698)
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.
2,254 L
2,471 L (+217)
Frunk capacity
N/A
183 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.
225.7 L per m
313.8 L per m (+88.1)
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.
118.8 L per m²
157 L per m² (+38.2)
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.
628 L
183 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
1,949 L
441 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
413 L
326 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
1,111 L
372 L more 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.
2,254 L
383 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
2,471 L
600 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%)
120%
SAE: above class average (+20%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
There is no difference in door count here, as both vehicles utilise a 5-door layout. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe brings a major practicality benefit, offering room for 2 more passengers than the 2021 Tesla Model X. The 0.7 m turning circle difference means the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe might clear a U-turn where the 2021 Tesla Model X requires a bit more care. The 437 kg weight gap will have a major impact on fuel consumption and overall driving dynamics.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
7 (+2)
5
Turning circle
11.6 m
12.3 m (+0.7)
Curb weight
1,900 kg
2,337 kg (+437)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,900 kg
268 kg heavier than the average Crossover
2,337 kg
705 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.
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe or 2021 Tesla Model X fit in a standard parking space?
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
2021 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
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