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2025 Toyota Camry vs 2021 Tesla Model S

Side view of the 2021 Tesla Model S
Side view of the 2025 Toyota Camry

Toyota Camry

2025

Tesla Model S

2021

Select unit of measurement:

Which is bigger, the 2025 Toyota Camry or 2021 Tesla Model S?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

At 10.6 cm longer, the 2021 Tesla Model S offers a bit more physical presence on the road without sacrificing much in the way of urban agility compared to the 2025 Toyota Camry. The 2021 Tesla Model S’s 14.8 cm width advantage over the 2025 Toyota Camry might mean a wider interior cabin with more elbow room. The 2025 Toyota Camry measures 1.5 cm taller than the 2021 Tesla Model S, a small difference that won't change your view of the road. The 2 cm increase in ground clearance from the 2025 Toyota Camry is just enough to make a positive difference on a gravel driveway vs the 2021 Tesla Model S. The 2021 Tesla Model S offers a slightly longer wheelbase, which typically translates to a smoother ride over bumps.

Measurements

Length

491.5 cm

502.1 cm (+10.6)

Height

144.5 cm (+1.5)

143 cm

Width (excluding mirrors)

183.9 cm

198.7 cm (+14.8)

Width (including mirrors)

N/A (+2)

218.9 cm

Ground clearance

13.7 cm

11.7 cm (+13.6)

Wheelbase

282.4 cm

296 cm (+0.9)

How each car compares with its class average

Length

491.5 cm

18.6 cm longer than the average Sedan

502.1 cm

29.2 cm longer than the average Sedan

Height

144.5 cm

1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan

143 cm

2.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan

Width (excluding mirrors)

183.9 cm

0.9 cm wider than the average Sedan

198.7 cm

15.7 cm wider than the average Sedan

Width (including mirrors)

N/A

218.9 cm

13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan

Ground clearance

13.7 cm

0.3 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan

11.7 cm

2.3 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan

Wheelbase

282.4 cm

4.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan

296 cm

17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan

Front view

Front view of the 2025 Toyota Camry
Front view of the 2021 Tesla Model S

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

From a practicality standpoint, the 2021 Tesla Model S is far superior, providing a massive 281 L (SAE) advantage over the 2025 Toyota Camry in the boot with the seats up. The 2021 Tesla Model S has a 1,739 L (SAE) cargo area with the seats down, which is way above average for its category.

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.

428 L

709 L (+281)

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

1,739 L

Frunk capacity

N/A

89 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.

N/A

213 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.

N/A

107.2 L per m²

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.

428 L

32 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan

709 L

313 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan

Rear view

Rear view of the 2025 Toyota Camry
Rear view of the 2021 Tesla Model S

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

Both the 2021 Tesla Model S and 2025 Toyota Camry come with a 4-door setup, providing identical passenger access. Whether you'd choose the 2021 Tesla Model S or the 2025 Toyota Camry, you’ll have space for up to 5 occupants. In urban environments, the 2025 Toyota Camry's 0.9 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience. The 2021 Tesla Model S is in a different weight class entirely, sitting 510 kg higher on the scales than the 2025 Toyota Camry.

Measurements

Doors

4

4

Max. seats

5

5

Turning circle

11.4 m

12.3 m (+0.9)

Curb weight

1,565 kg

2,075 kg (+510)

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

11.4 m

0.3 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan

12.3 m

1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan

Curb weight

1,565 kg

43 kg heavier than the average Sedan

2,075 kg

553 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.

96%

4% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan

89%

11% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan

Parking

Will the 2025 Toyota Camry or 2021 Tesla Model S fit in a standard parking space?

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.

OK

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

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 excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.

OK

For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 38 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 23.5 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

38 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

23.5 cm

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