2023 Toyota Prius vs 2017 Tesla Model 3
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Prius or 2017 Tesla Model 3?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2023 Toyota Prius is only 9.6 cm shorter than the 2017 Tesla Model 3, so from a pure length perspective, the two vehicles are pretty evenly matched. The 2023 Toyota Prius is the leaner of the two, sitting 6.8 cm narrower than the 2017 Tesla Model 3 for easier navigation through city traffic. In terms of height, the two are very closely matched, with the 2017 Tesla Model 3 standing just 2.5 cm taller than the 2023 Toyota Prius. Both cars are tuned for a similar ride height, despite the 2017 Tesla Model 3’s 0.3 cm ground clearance advantage. The 2017 Tesla Model 3 offers 12.5 cm more between the tires thanks to its wheelbase advantage, which is usually a sign of a more spacious cabin.
Measurements
Length
459.9 cm
469.5 cm (+9.6)
Height
142 cm
144.5 cm (+2.5)
Body width
178.2 cm
185 cm (+6.8)
Width including mirrors
N/A
208.8 cm
Ground clearance
13.7 cm
14 cm (+0.3)
Wheelbase
275 cm
287.5 cm (+12.5)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
8.2 m²
8.7 m² (+0.5)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
459.9 cm
44.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
469.5 cm
3.4 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Height
142 cm
5.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Body width
178.2 cm
1.7 cm wider than the average Hatchback
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
13.7 cm
0.2 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
14 cm
Same ground clearance as the average Sedan
Wheelbase
275 cm
15.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
287.5 cm
9.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
8.2 m²
0.9 m² larger footprint than the average Hatchback
8.7 m²
0 m² larger footprint than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2023 Toyota Prius outclasses the 2017 Tesla Model 3 in boot space comparison, providing a substantial 113 L (SAE) advantage with the seats up.
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.
284 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.
674 L (+113)
561 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
88 L
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.
284 L
59 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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.
674 L
149 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
561 L
165 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2017 Tesla Model 3 trades the extra access points of the 2023 Toyota Prius for a more cohesive and solid body design with just 4 doors. There is no advantage for either model when it comes to passenger numbers, since both offer a 5-seat configuration. You’ll find the 2023 Toyota Prius a bit easier to flip around in a narrow street thanks to its 1.1 m turning circle advantage.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.5 m
11.6 m (+1.1)
Curb weight
1,545 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
11.6 m
0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,545 kg
292 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
N/A
DriveSize manoeuvrability
DriveSize manoeuvrability combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
A positive percentage means more manoeuvrable than the class average and a negative percentage means less manoeuvrable.
-4%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
-4%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Prius or 2017 Tesla Model 3 fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Toyota Prius 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 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, and length clearance is 45 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45 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 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, and length clearance is 40 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
40 cm
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Frequently asked questions
Vehicle specifications on this page are sourced from official Toyota and Tesla documentation. Unless the page identifies a specific trim, body style, powertrain or market version, DriveSize uses manufacturer-published specifications for the base model as its default reference. DriveSize standardises the published measurements and calculates the comparisons and derived figures shown. Figures can vary by market, model year, trim, powertrain, wheels, tyres and measurement method. How DriveSize sources and calculates these figures.