2016 Tesla Model S vs 2022 Volkswagen Virtus
Which is bigger, the 2016 Tesla Model S or 2022 Volkswagen Virtus?
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
497 cm (+40.9)
456.1 cm
Height
144.5 cm
150.7 cm (+6.2)
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.4 cm (+21.2)
175.2 cm
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
N/A (+3.9)
Ground clearance
14 cm (+30.9)
17.9 cm
Wheelbase
296 cm (+1.8)
265.1 cm
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
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
150.7 cm
4.9 cm taller than the average Sedan
Width (excluding mirrors)
196.4 cm
13.4 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
14 cm
Same ground clearance as 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
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
2016 Tesla Model S offers 744.7 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.
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
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 (+58.4)
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
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
12.3 m (+2.2)
10.1 m
Curb weight
2,027 kg (+927)
1,100 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
10.1 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
2,027 kg
505 kg heavier than the average Sedan
1,100 kg
422 kg lighter 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
109%
9% more manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2016 Tesla Model S or 2022 Volkswagen Virtus 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
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 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 49.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 46.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
49.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
46.5 cm
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