2023 Toyota Prius vs 2013 Tesla Model S
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Prius or 2013 Tesla Model S?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
While not a massive leap, the 2013 Tesla Model S is 37.1 cm longer than the 2023 Toyota Prius. At 18.1 cm wider, the 2013 Tesla Model S would better suit the open road, while the 2023 Toyota Prius would win for turning tight corners in a direct comparison. The 2013 Tesla Model S measures 0.7 cm taller than the 2023 Toyota Prius, a small difference that won't change your view of the road. The 2023 Toyota Prius sits only 1.8 cm closer to the road than the 2013 Tesla Model S, a small gap meaning they handle obstacles almost identically. The 2013 Tesla Model S has a 21 cm longer wheelbase, which often translates to extra "stretch-out" room in the back.
Measurements
Length
459.9 cm
497 cm (+37.1)
Height
142 cm
142.7 cm (+0.7)
Body width
178.2 cm
196.3 cm (+18.1)
Width including mirrors
N/A
218.9 cm
Ground clearance
13.7 cm
15.5 cm (+1.8)
Wheelbase
275 cm
296 cm (+21)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
8.2 m²
9.8 m² (+1.6)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
459.9 cm
44.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
497 cm
24.1 cm longer than the average Sedan
Height
142 cm
5.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
142.7 cm
3.1 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Body width
178.2 cm
1.7 cm wider than the average Hatchback
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
13.7 cm
0.2 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
15.5 cm
1.5 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan
Wheelbase
275 cm
15.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
296 cm
17.9 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
9.8 m²
1.1 m² larger footprint than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Practicality favours the 2013 Tesla Model S in this comparison, with a 745 L (SAE) capacity that provides about two carry-on bags more space than the 2023 Toyota Prius. The 2013 Tesla Model S's 1,645 L (SAE) capacity with the seats down is way above average for its segment.
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
745 L (+71)
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.
N/A
213.3 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.
N/A
108.6 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.
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
745 L
349 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With an extra 1 doors, the 2023 Toyota Prius makes loading child seats or shopping easier than in the 4-door 2013 Tesla Model S. In terms of passenger capacity, there is no difference here, with both vehicles providing a maximum of 5 seats. The 2023 Toyota Prius is noticeably more agile in tight spots, boasting a turning circle 0.8 m tighter than the 2013 Tesla Model S. The 2023 Toyota Prius is a featherweight compared to the 2013 Tesla Model S, which carries a huge 454 kg of additional weight.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.5 m
11.3 m (+0.8)
Curb weight
1,545 kg
1,999 kg (+454)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
11.3 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,545 kg
292 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
1,999 kg
477 kg heavier than the average Sedan
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
-5%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Prius or 2013 Tesla Model S 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
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 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, and length clearance is 26.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
39 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
26.5 cm
FAQs
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.