2016 Tesla Model S vs 2025 Toyota Camry
Which is bigger, the 2016 Tesla Model S or 2025 Toyota Camry?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Separated by only 5.5 cm, 2016 Tesla Model S and 2025 Toyota Camry show almost no variation when measured end to end. The 2016 Tesla Model S gains you 12.5 cm in width, likely providing extra elbow room inside compared to the 2025 Toyota Camry, but you'll need more caution when navigating tight city streets. In terms of overall height, the 2016 Tesla Model S and the 2025 Toyota Camry are identical at 144.5 cm. Both vehicles offer nearly identical ground clearance with just 0.3 cm difference, meaning they will handle speed bumps or driveway inclines the same. The 2016 Tesla Model S has a 13.6 cm longer wheelbase, which often translates to extra "stretch-out" room in the back.
Measurements
Length
497 cm (+5.5)
491.5 cm
Height
144.5 cm
144.5 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.4 cm (+12.5)
183.9 cm
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm (+0.3)
N/A
Ground clearance
14 cm (+13.6)
13.7 cm
Wheelbase
296 cm (+0.7)
282.4 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
497 cm
24.1 cm longer than the average Sedan
491.5 cm
18.6 cm longer than the average Sedan
Height
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.4 cm
13.4 cm wider than the average Sedan
183.9 cm
0.9 cm wider than the average Sedan
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
N/A
Ground clearance
14 cm
Same ground clearance as the average Sedan
13.7 cm
0.3 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
Wheelbase
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
282.4 cm
4.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Utility is at a different level in the 2016 Tesla Model S, which offers a monumental 316.7 L (SAE) of surplus volume in the boot with the seats up. The 2016 Tesla Model S's 1,645.2 L (SAE) capacity with the seats down is way above average for its segment.
Measurements
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 (+317)
428 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.
1,645 L
N/A
Frunk capacity
60 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
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.
108.6 L per m²
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
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
428 L
32 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2016 Tesla Model S and 2025 Toyota Camry feature a 4-door configuration, offering the same level of accessibility for passengers. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 5-seats. In urban environments, the 2025 Toyota Camry's 0.9 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience. We’re talking about a 462 kg weight shift, which places these two vehicles in completely different worlds of physics.
Measurements
Doors
4
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.3 m (+0.9)
11.4 m
Curb weight
2,027 kg (+462)
1,565 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
11.4 m
0.3 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
2,027 kg
505 kg heavier than the average Sedan
1,565 kg
43 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.
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2016 Tesla Model S or 2025 Toyota Camry fit in a standard parking space?
2016 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
2025 Toyota Camry 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 45.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 29 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
29 cm
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