2021 Tesla Model S vs 2022 Toyota RAV4
Which is bigger, the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2022 Toyota RAV4?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2021 Tesla Model S offers a massive 42.6 cm of extra length, which changes the silhouette and stance compared to the 2022 Toyota RAV4. The 2021 Tesla Model S gains you 13.3 cm in width, likely providing extra elbow room inside compared to the 2022 Toyota RAV4, but you'll need more caution when navigating tight city streets. There is no subtlety to the difference here, as the 2022 Toyota RAV4 towers 27.2 cm above the 2021 Tesla Model S. If you live in a rural area, the 2022 Toyota RAV4's 9.6 cm ground clearance lead over the 2021 Tesla Model S is a major plus. If you drive these cars, you'll notice the 2021 Tesla Model S feels a bit more planted on the motorway thanks to its 27 cm wheelbase advantage.
Measurements
Length
502.1 cm (+42.6)
459.5 cm
Height
143 cm
170.2 cm (+27.2)
Width (excluding mirrors)
198.7 cm (+13.3)
185.4 cm
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
N/A (+9.6)
Ground clearance
11.7 cm (+27)
21.3 cm
Wheelbase
296 cm (+1.5)
269 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
502.1 cm
29.2 cm longer than the average Sedan
459.5 cm
6.9 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
143 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
170.2 cm
7.4 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
198.7 cm
15.7 cm wider than the average Sedan
185.4 cm
0.5 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
N/A
Ground clearance
11.7 cm
2.3 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
21.3 cm
3.2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
269 cm
3.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Whether seats are up or down, the 2022 Toyota RAV4 wins, offering a massive 356 L and a large 238 L (SAE) lead.
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
580 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
1,690 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.
709 L
1,065 L (+356)
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
1,977 L (+238)
Frunk capacity
89 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 L per m (+2.2)
210.8 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.
107.2 L per m²
113.7 L per m² (+6.5)
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
580 L
135 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
1,690 L
182 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
1,065 L
326 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.
1,977 L
106 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
DriveSize space efficiency score
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 scores compare with VDA class averages, and SAE scores compare with SAE class averages. Around 100% means in line with class average.
115%
VDA: above class average (+15%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2021 Tesla Model S trades the extra access points of the 2022 Toyota RAV4 for a more cohesive and solid body design with just 4 doors. There is no advantage for either model when it comes to passenger numbers, since both offer a 5-seat configuration. You’ll find the 2022 Toyota RAV4 a bit easier to flip around in a narrow street thanks to its 1.3 m turning circle advantage. There's a monumental difference in mass; the 2021 Tesla Model S is a staggering 542 kg heavier than the 2022 Toyota RAV4.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.3 m (+1.3)
11 m
Curb weight
2,075 kg (+542)
1,533 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 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
2,075 kg
553 kg heavier than the average Sedan
1,533 kg
99 kg lighter than the average Crossover
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
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2022 Toyota RAV4 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 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 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
2022 Toyota RAV4 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 44.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 45 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
44.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45 cm
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