2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan vs 2015 Tesla Model X
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan or 2015 Tesla Model X?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
There is a clear gap in length here, with 2015 Tesla Model X measuring 42.2 cm longer than 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan. At 21.8 cm wider, the 2015 Tesla Model X has a noticeably broader stance than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan, giving it a more planted feel on the road at the cost of some agility in parking spaces. On paper, the 2015 Tesla Model X is taller by 24.9 cm, but just to look at, they appear essentially the same height. The 2015 Tesla Model X is 3.6 cm less likely to scrape its chin on a steep ramp than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan thanks to its higher ground clearance. The 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 26.5 cm shorter between the axles than the 2015 Tesla Model X.
Measurements
Length
463 cm
505.2 cm (+42.2)
Height
143.5 cm
168.4 cm (+24.9)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.1 cm
199.9 cm (+21.8)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
227.1 cm (+3.6)
Ground clearance
13.5 cm
17.1 cm (+26.5)
Wheelbase
270 cm
296.5 cm (+1.9)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
463 cm
9.9 cm shorter than the average Sedan
505.2 cm
52.6 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
143.5 cm
2.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
168.4 cm
5.6 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.1 cm
4.9 cm narrower than the average Sedan
199.9 cm
15 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
227.1 cm
20.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
13.5 cm
0.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
17.1 cm
1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
270 cm
8.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sedan
296.5 cm
24.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2015 Tesla Model X and 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan are extremely close in terms of cargo capacity with their seats up, with the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan offering a marginal 14 L (SAE) lead over the 2015 Tesla Model X. The 2015 Tesla Model X has 2,166 L (SAE) of cargo space with its seats down, which is way above average compared to the class average for crossover.
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.
371 L (+14)
357 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
2,166 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
187 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
196 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
98 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.
371 L
25 L less cargo volume than the average Sedan
357 L
382 L less 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.
N/A
2,166 L
295 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.
75%
SAE: below class average (-25%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With an extra 1 doors, the 2015 Tesla Model X makes loading child seats or shopping easier than in the 4-door 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan. With 2 more seats, the 2015 Tesla Model X is better suited to carrying more people than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan. The maneuverability is nearly the same, with the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan holding a slim 1.4 m turning circle advantage.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
7 (+2)
Turning circle
10.9 m
12.3 m (+1.4)
Curb weight
1,340 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.9 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,340 kg
182 kg lighter than the average Sedan
N/A
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.
102%
2% more manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan or 2015 Tesla Model X fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan 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 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 43.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
43.5 cm
2015 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 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 37.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 22 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
37.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
22 cm
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