2022 Volkswagen Virtus vs 2017 Tesla Model 3
Which is bigger, the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus or 2017 Tesla Model 3?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 13.4 cm shorter, the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus could be the nimbler choice for city drivers compared to the 2017 Tesla Model 3. At 9.8 cm wider, the 2017 Tesla Model 3 occupies a bit more of the lane than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus, giving it more road presence. A 6.2 cm difference in height ensures the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is the more visible of the two in a busy car park compared to the 2017 Tesla Model 3. The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus has a 3.9 cm higher clearance than the 2017 Tesla Model 3, which helps clear speed bumps more easily. The 2017 Tesla Model 3 offers 22.4 cm more between the tires thanks to its wheelbase advantage, which is usually a sign of a more spacious cabin.
Measurements
Length
456.1 cm
469.5 cm (+13.4)
Height
150.7 cm (+6.2)
144.5 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
175.2 cm
185 cm (+9.8)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+3.9)
208.8 cm
Ground clearance
17.9 cm
14 cm (+22.4)
Wheelbase
265.1 cm
287.5 cm (+0.7)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
456.1 cm
16.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
469.5 cm
3.4 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Height
150.7 cm
4.9 cm taller than the average Sedan
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Width (excluding mirrors)
175.2 cm
7.8 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
17.9 cm
3.9 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan
14 cm
Same ground clearance as the average Sedan
Wheelbase
265.1 cm
13 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
Comparing 561 L (SAE) to 521 L (VDA) is difficult due to the differing measurement methods, but the 2017 Tesla Model 3’s seats up capacity is above average for its size class. The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus offers 1,050 L (VDA) of total cargo volume, which is below average for sedan.
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.
521 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.
1,050 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.
N/A
561 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
88 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.
154.8 L per m
N/A
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.
88.4 L per m²
N/A
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.
521 L
46 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
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.
N/A
561 L
165 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
When it comes to doors, there is no difference between the 2017 Tesla Model 3 and 2022 Volkswagen Virtus, with each using a 4-door configuration. In terms of passenger capacity, there is no difference here, with both vehicles providing a maximum of 5 seats. The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus offers a much more effortless driving experience in cramped spaces with its 1.5 m turning circle advantage compared with 2017 Tesla Model 3.
Measurements
Doors
4
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.1 m
11.6 m (+1.5)
Curb weight
1,100 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.1 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan
11.6 m
0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,100 kg
422 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.
109%
9% more manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus or 2017 Tesla Model 3 fit in a standard parking space?
2022 Volkswagen Virtus 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 49.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 46.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
49.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
46.5 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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