2023 Volkswagen ID.3 vs 2015 Tesla Model X
Which is bigger, the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 or 2015 Tesla Model X?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The length difference totals 78.8 cm, clearly separating the 2015 Tesla Model X and 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. Navigation requires more care in the 2015 Tesla Model X, as it stretches an extra 19 cm across the lane compared to the slender by comparison 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. The 2015 Tesla Model X is designed for easy entry and a more upright seating position when compared to the lower height 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. With a 19.5 cm longer wheelbase, the 2015 Tesla Model X steps into a more comfortable tier of ride quality than the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3.
Measurements
Length
426.4 cm
505.2 cm (+78.8)
Height
156.4 cm
168.4 cm (+12)
Width (excluding mirrors)
180.9 cm
199.9 cm (+19)
Width (including mirrors)
207 cm
227.1 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
17.1 cm (+19.5)
Wheelbase
277 cm
296.5 cm (+2.4)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
426.4 cm
11.2 cm longer than the average Hatchback
505.2 cm
52.6 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
156.4 cm
8.5 cm taller than the average Hatchback
168.4 cm
5.6 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
180.9 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Hatchback
199.9 cm
15 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
207 cm
7.5 cm wider than the average Hatchback
227.1 cm
20.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
N/A
17.1 cm
1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
277 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
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 has 357 L (SAE) of cargo space with the seats up, a figure that is below average for its segment, while the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 has 385 L under the VDA system. Comparing maximum cargo space is a challenge here as 2015 Tesla Model X is measured at 2,166 L (SAE) while 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 uses the VDA standard. That said, the 2015 Tesla Model X is way above average for the crossover segment.
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.
385 L
N/A
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.
1,267 L
N/A
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.
N/A
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.
162.7 L per m
196 L per m (+33.3)
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.
89.9 L per m²
98 L per m² (+8.1)
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.
385 L
42 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
N/A
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.
1,267 L
149 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
N/A
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.
N/A
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.
108%
VDA: above class average (+8%)
75%
SAE: below class average (-25%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2015 Tesla Model X and 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 feature a 5-door configuration, offering the same level of accessibility for passengers. The 2015 Tesla Model X brings a major practicality benefit, offering room for 2 more passengers than the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. Depending where you are, a 2 m increase in turning circle often marks the difference between a one-shot turn and a multi-point maneuver.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
7 (+2)
Turning circle
10.3 m
12.3 m (+2)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.3 m
0.1 m smaller turning circle than the average Hatchback
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle 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.
99%
1% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 or 2015 Tesla Model X fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Volkswagen ID.3 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 47 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 61.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
47 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
61.5 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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