DriveSize

2013 Tesla Model S vs 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross

Side view of the 2013 Tesla Model S
Side view of the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross

Tesla Model S

2013

Toyota Corolla Cross

2025

Select unit of measurement:

Which is bigger, the 2013 Tesla Model S or 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

There is a large difference in length between the two models, with the 2013 Tesla Model S being 51 cm longer than the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross. There is a moderate step up in width; the 2013 Tesla Model S extends 13.8 cm further than the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross. When comparing height, you'd more easily see the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross in a car park; it stands a full 19.3 cm taller than the 2013 Tesla Model S. Spanning an extra 32 cm from axle to axle, the 2013 Tesla Model S has a wheelbase that will allow for better passenger room than the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross.

Measurements

Length

497 cm (+51)

446 cm

Height

142.7 cm

162 cm (+19.3)

Width (excluding mirrors)

196.3 cm (+13.8)

182.5 cm

Width (including mirrors)

218.9 cm

N/A

Ground clearance

15.5 cm (+32)

N/A

Wheelbase

296 cm (+1.6)

264 cm

How each car compares with its class average

Length

497 cm

24.1 cm longer than the average Sedan

446 cm

6.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover

Height

142.7 cm

3.1 cm shorter than the average Sedan

162 cm

0.8 cm shorter than the average Crossover

Width (excluding mirrors)

196.3 cm

13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan

182.5 cm

2.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover

Width (including mirrors)

218.9 cm

13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan

N/A

Ground clearance

15.5 cm

1.5 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan

N/A

Wheelbase

296 cm

17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan

264 cm

8.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover

Front view

Front view of the 2013 Tesla Model S
Front view of the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

A direct comparison between the 2013 Tesla Model S’s 744.7 L (SAE) and the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross’s 473 L (VDA) cargo capacity isn't possible due to different measurement methods, but the 2013 Tesla Model S is way above average for its class. The 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross is average for its class. The 2013 Tesla Model S offers 1,645.2 L (SAE) with the seats stowed, a figure that is way above average for sedan, while the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross follows the VDA standard (1,404 L), which is way above average for crossover.

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

473 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

1,404 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.

745 L

N/A

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.

1,645 L

N/A

Frunk capacity

150 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.

213.3 L per m (+34.1)

179.1 L per m

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.

108.6 L per m² (+10.5)

98.1 L per m²

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

473 L

28 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

1,404 L

104 L less 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.

745 L

349 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan

N/A

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.

99%

VDA: below class average (-1%)

Rear view

Rear view of the 2013 Tesla Model S
Rear view of the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

With an extra 1 doors, the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross makes loading child seats or shopping easier than in the 4-door 2013 Tesla Model S. There is no advantage for either model when it comes to passenger numbers, since both offer a 5-seat configuration. In urban environments, the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross's 0.9 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience. There's a monumental difference in mass; the 2013 Tesla Model S is a staggering 619 kg heavier than the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross.

Measurements

Doors

4

5 (+1)

Max. seats

5

5

Turning circle

11.3 m (+0.9)

10.4 m

Curb weight

1,999 kg (+619)

1,380 kg

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

11.3 m

0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan

10.4 m

0.8 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover

Curb weight

1,999 kg

477 kg heavier than the average Sedan

1,380 kg

252 kg lighter 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 Sedan

107%

7% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover

Parking

Will the 2013 Tesla Model S or 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross fit in a standard parking space?

2013 Tesla Model S 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.

OK

For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 39 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 26.5 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

39 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

26.5 cm

2025 Toyota Corolla Cross 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.

OK

For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 46 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 52 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

46 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

52 cm

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

By DriveSize