2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan vs 2017 Tesla Model 3
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan or 2017 Tesla Model 3?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The length difference between these two cars comes down to just 6.5 cm, which places both vehicles firmly in the same length range. You might notice the 6.9 cm width difference when parking; the 2017 Tesla Model 3 leaves a little less margin for error in the bay compared to the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan. In terms of height, the two are very closely matched, with the 2017 Tesla Model 3 standing just 1 cm taller than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan. There is a negligible difference in ground clearance, with the 2017 Tesla Model 3 sitting just 0.5 cm higher off the ground than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan. With a 17.5 cm longer wheelbase, the 2017 Tesla Model 3 steps into a more comfortable tier of ride quality than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan.
Measurements
Length
463 cm
469.5 cm (+6.5)
Height
143.5 cm
144.5 cm (+1)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.1 cm
185 cm (+6.9)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
208.8 cm (+0.5)
Ground clearance
13.5 cm
14 cm (+17.5)
Wheelbase
270 cm
287.5 cm (+0.4)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
463 cm
9.9 cm shorter than the average Sedan
469.5 cm
3.4 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Height
143.5 cm
2.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.1 cm
4.9 cm narrower than the average Sedan
185 cm
2 cm wider than the average Sedan
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
208.8 cm
3.2 cm wider than the average Sedan
Ground clearance
13.5 cm
0.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
14 cm
Same ground clearance as the average Sedan
Wheelbase
270 cm
8.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sedan
287.5 cm
9.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2017 Tesla Model 3 is the standout sedan here, offering a generous 190 L (SAE) more than its rival.
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.
371 L
561 L (+190)
Frunk capacity
N/A
88 L
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.
371 L
25 L less cargo volume than the average Sedan
561 L
165 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Neither vehicle differs on door layout, as the 2017 Tesla Model 3 and 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan both feature a 4-door design. You’ll find the same passenger limits in both models, as they each feature a 5-seat interior layout. You’ll appreciate the 0.7 m tighter turning circle of the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan when navigating cramped multi-storey car parks.
Measurements
Doors
4
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.9 m
11.6 m (+0.7)
Curb weight
1,340 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.9 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan
11.6 m
0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,340 kg
182 kg lighter than the average Sedan
N/A
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.
102%
2% more manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan or 2017 Tesla Model 3 fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan 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 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 43.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
43.5 cm
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
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