2021 Tesla Model S vs 2021 Tesla Model X
Which is bigger, the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2021 Tesla Model X?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With a difference of just 3.6 cm in length, the 2021 Tesla Model S and the 2021 Tesla Model X can be judged practically the same for this measurement. At only 1.2 cm wider, the 2021 Tesla Model X doesn't offer any significant width advantage or disadvantage over the 2021 Tesla Model S. The height contrast is vast; the 2021 Tesla Model X stands a massive 25 cm taller than the 2021 Tesla Model S, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. A 2.9 cm larger ground clearance gap gives the 2021 Tesla Model X a slightly more capable feel when the pavement gets rough vs the 2021 Tesla Model S. The 2021 Tesla Model X features a 0.5 cm longer wheelbase, a marginal difference that won't significantly change the turning circle.
Measurements
Length
502.1 cm
505.7 cm (+3.6)
Height
143 cm
168 cm (+25)
Body width
198.7 cm
199.9 cm (+1.2)
Width including mirrors
218.9 cm
227.1 cm (+8.2)
Ground clearance
11.7 cm
14.6 cm (+2.9)
Wheelbase
296 cm
296.5 cm (+0.5)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
10 m²
10.1 m² (+0.1)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
502.1 cm
29.2 cm longer than the average Sedan
505.7 cm
53.1 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
143 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
168 cm
5.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Body width
198.7 cm
15.7 cm wider than the average Sedan
199.9 cm
15 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width including mirrors
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
227.1 cm
20.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
11.7 cm
2.3 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
14.6 cm
3.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
296.5 cm
24.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
10 m²
1.3 m² larger footprint than the average Sedan
10.1 m²
1.7 m² larger footprint than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Both stats favour the 2021 Tesla Model X for cargo capacity, which has a massive 402 L standard storage lead and a gigantic 732 L (SAE) win for total space with its seats down.
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.
709 L
1,111 L (+402)
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.
1,739 L
2,471 L (+732)
Frunk capacity
89 L
183 L (+94)
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 L per m
313.8 L per m (+100.8)
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.
107.2 L per m²
157 L per m² (+49.8)
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.
709 L
313 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
1,111 L
372 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
1,739 L
Class benchmark unavailable.
2,471 L
600 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
DriveSize space efficiency
DriveSize space efficiency compares blended cargo volume per square meter of footprint with the class average.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure within the selected cargo measurement method.
VDA values compare with VDA class averages, and SAE values compare with SAE class averages. Positive percentages indicate more space efficiency and negative percentages indicate less.
+20%
SAE: More space efficient than the average Crossover
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Choosing the 2021 Tesla Model S means managing with 1 fewer door(s), but this usually means a cleaner looking side profile than the 5-door 2021 Tesla Model X. You’ll find the same passenger limits in both models, as they each feature a 5-seat interior layout. The two cars have a shared turning circle of 12.3 m. The 2021 Tesla Model X carries a substantial 262 kg weight increase over the 2021 Tesla Model S, meaning it may feel more planted and robust, but also less nimble in everyday driving.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.3 m
12.3 m
Curb weight
2,075 kg
2,337 kg (+262)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
2,075 kg
553 kg heavier than the average Sedan
2,337 kg
705 kg heavier than the average Crossover
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.
-11%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
-11%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2021 Tesla Model X fit in a standard parking space?
2021 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 38 cm per side, and length clearance is 23.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
38 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
23.5 cm
2021 Tesla Model X 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 37.5 cm per side, and length clearance is 22 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
37.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
22 cm
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Frequently asked questions
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