2022 Volkswagen Virtus vs 2016 Tesla Model S
Which is bigger, the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus or 2016 Tesla Model S?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2016 Tesla Model S offers a massive 40.9 cm of extra length, which changes the silhouette and stance compared to the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. At 21.2 cm wider, the 2016 Tesla Model S belongs to a completely different size class, offering a potential level of shoulder room the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus can't match. The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus gains 6.2 cm in height over the 2016 Tesla Model S, which often translates to more generous interior headroom. The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is 3.9 cm less likely to scrape its chin on a steep ramp than the 2016 Tesla Model S thanks to its higher ground clearance. The 2016 Tesla Model S is 30.9 cm longer in the wheelbase, putting it in a completely different category of ride and comfort when compared to the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus.
Measurements
Length
456.1 cm
497 cm (+40.9)
Height
150.7 cm (+6.2)
144.5 cm
Body width
175.2 cm
196.4 cm (+21.2)
Width including mirrors
N/A
218.9 cm
Ground clearance
17.9 cm (+3.9)
14 cm
Wheelbase
265.1 cm
296 cm (+30.9)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
8 m²
9.8 m² (+1.8)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
456.1 cm
16.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
497 cm
24.1 cm longer than the average Sedan
Height
150.7 cm
4.9 cm taller than the average Sedan
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Body width
175.2 cm
7.8 cm narrower than the average Sedan
196.4 cm
13.4 cm wider than the average Sedan
Width including mirrors
N/A
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
Ground clearance
17.9 cm
3.9 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan
14 cm
Same ground clearance as the average Sedan
Wheelbase
265.1 cm
13 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sedan
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
8 m²
0.7 m² smaller footprint than the average Sedan
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
2016 Tesla Model S offers 745 L using the SAE method, which is way above average for its segment. 2022 Volkswagen Virtus's 521 L uses the different VDA standard, and is above average for its segment. Because these two models use different measurement standards (VDA vs SAE) for total cargo volume, they can't be directly compared. But for context, the 2016 Tesla Model S maximum capacity is way above average for its class.
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.
521 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.
1,050 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
60 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.
154.8 L per m
213.3 L per m (+58.5)
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.
88.4 L per m²
108.6 L per m² (+20.2)
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.
521 L
46 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
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
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Door count is consistent across the two models, with both the 2016 Tesla Model S and 2022 Volkswagen Virtus featuring 4 doors. Both 2016 Tesla Model S and 2022 Volkswagen Virtus are designed to accommodate up to 5 people. At 2.2 m wider, the 2016 Tesla Model S requires a much more deliberate approach to tight corners than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. There's a monumental difference in mass; the 2016 Tesla Model S is a staggering 927 kg heavier than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus.
Measurements
Doors
4
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.1 m
12.3 m (+2.2)
Curb weight
1,100 kg
2,027 kg (+927)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.1 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,100 kg
422 kg lighter than the average Sedan
2,027 kg
505 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.
+9%
More manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
-11%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus or 2016 Tesla Model S fit in a standard parking space?
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
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 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 Volkswagen 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.