2013 Tesla Model S vs 2022 Volkswagen Virtus
Which is bigger, the 2013 Tesla Model S or 2022 Volkswagen Virtus?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The length difference totals 40.9 cm, clearly separating the 2013 Tesla Model S and 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. Head-on, the 2013 Tesla Model S looks significantly wider, extending 21.1 cm further than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. A 8 cm difference in height ensures the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is the more visible of the two in a busy car park compared to the 2013 Tesla Model S. The extra 2.4 cm of clearance helps the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus feel a bit more robust in daily driving. High-speed stability is a major win for the 2013 Tesla Model S when compared to the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus, as its wheels sit a full 30.9 cm further apart.
Measurements
Length
497 cm (+40.9)
456.1 cm
Height
142.7 cm
150.7 cm (+8)
Body width
196.3 cm (+21.1)
175.2 cm
Width including mirrors
218.9 cm
N/A
Ground clearance
15.5 cm
17.9 cm (+2.4)
Wheelbase
296 cm (+30.9)
265.1 cm
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9.8 m² (+1.8)
8 m²
How each car compares with its class average
Length
497 cm
24.1 cm longer than the average Sedan
456.1 cm
16.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Height
142.7 cm
3.1 cm shorter than the average Sedan
150.7 cm
4.9 cm taller than the average Sedan
Body width
196.3 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
175.2 cm
7.8 cm narrower than the average Sedan
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
17.9 cm
3.9 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan
Wheelbase
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
265.1 cm
13 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sedan
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9.8 m²
1.1 m² larger footprint than the average Sedan
8 m²
0.7 m² smaller footprint than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Due to the differing VDA vs SAE measurement methods, a direct comparison for cargo space isn't possible, but the 2013 Tesla Model S’s 745 L is way above average for its class. Within its own segment, the 2013 Tesla Model S seats-down capacity is way above average for the sedan sector, while the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus provides 1,050 L measured by VDA.
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
521 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
1,050 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 (+58.5)
154.8 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 (+20.2)
88.4 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
521 L
46 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
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
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2013 Tesla Model S and 2022 Volkswagen Virtus come with a 4-door setup, providing identical passenger access. In terms of passenger capacity, there is no difference here, with both vehicles providing a maximum of 5 seats. The 1.2 m turning circle difference means the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus might clear a U-turn where the 2013 Tesla Model S requires a bit more care. This 899 kg weight gap is massive, fundamentally changing everything from braking to suspension wear.
Measurements
Doors
4
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.3 m (+1.2)
10.1 m
Curb weight
1,999 kg (+899)
1,100 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.3 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
10.1 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,999 kg
477 kg heavier than the average Sedan
1,100 kg
422 kg lighter 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.
-5%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
+9%
More manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2013 Tesla Model S or 2022 Volkswagen Virtus 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 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
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 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, and length clearance is 46.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
49.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
46.5 cm
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Vehicle specifications on this page are sourced from official Tesla and Volkswagen 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.