2025 Toyota Corolla Cross vs 2013 Tesla Model S
Which is bigger, the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross or 2013 Tesla Model S?
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
446 cm
497 cm (+51)
Height
162 cm (+19.3)
142.7 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
182.5 cm
196.3 cm (+13.8)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
218.9 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
15.5 cm (+32)
Wheelbase
264 cm
296 cm (+1.6)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
446 cm
6.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
497 cm
24.1 cm longer than the average Sedan
Height
162 cm
0.8 cm shorter than the average Crossover
142.7 cm
3.1 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Width (excluding mirrors)
182.5 cm
2.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
196.3 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
Ground clearance
N/A
15.5 cm
1.5 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan
Wheelbase
264 cm
8.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
Front view


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.
473 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.
1,404 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
745 L
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.
N/A
1,645 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
150 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.
179.1 L per m
213.3 L per m (+34.1)
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.
98.1 L per m²
108.6 L per m² (+10.5)
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.
473 L
28 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.
1,404 L
104 L less 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.
N/A
745 L
349 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
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


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
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.4 m
11.3 m (+0.9)
Curb weight
1,380 kg
1,999 kg (+619)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.4 m
0.8 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
11.3 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,380 kg
252 kg lighter than the average Crossover
1,999 kg
477 kg heavier than the average Sedan
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.
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross or 2013 Tesla Model S fit in a standard parking space?
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.
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
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.
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
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