2024 Volkswagen Tiguan vs 2015 Tesla Model X
Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan or 2015 Tesla Model X?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The figures show the 2015 Tesla Model X is 51.3 cm longer in comparison to the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan, which is a significant difference. At 15.7 cm wider, the 2015 Tesla Model X would better suit the open road, while the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan would win for turning tight corners in a direct comparison. Both cars share a very similar height profile with a difference of only 2.4 cm, meaning overhead clearance in garages will be essentially the same. The 2015 Tesla Model X offers a slightly longer wheelbase, which typically translates to a smoother ride over bumps.
Measurements
Length
453.9 cm
505.2 cm (+51.3)
Height
166 cm
168.4 cm (+2.4)
Width (excluding mirrors)
184.2 cm
199.9 cm (+15.7)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
227.1 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
17.1 cm (+28.9)
Wheelbase
267.6 cm
296.5 cm (+1.7)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
453.9 cm
1.3 cm longer than the average Crossover
505.2 cm
52.6 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
166 cm
3.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
168.4 cm
5.6 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
184.2 cm
0.7 cm narrower than the average Crossover
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
N/A
17.1 cm
1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
267.6 cm
4.8 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
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
Comparing 357 L (SAE) to 652 L (VDA) is difficult due to the differing measurement methods, but the 2015 Tesla Model X’s seats up capacity is below average for its size class. Within its own segment, the 2015 Tesla Model X seats-down capacity is way above average for the crossover sector, while the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan provides 1,650 L measured by VDA.
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.
652 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.
1,650 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.
220.6 L per m (+24.6)
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.
119.8 L per m² (+21.7)
98 L per m²
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.
652 L
207 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
1,650 L
142 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
121%
VDA: above class average (+21%)
75%
SAE: below class average (-25%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
When it comes to doors, there is no difference between the 2015 Tesla Model X and 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan, with each using a 5-door configuration. The 2015 Tesla Model X brings a major practicality benefit, offering room for 2 more passengers than the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan. You’ll appreciate the 0.6 m tighter turning circle of the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan when navigating cramped multi-storey car parks.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
7 (+2)
Turning circle
11.7 m
12.3 m (+0.6)
Curb weight
1,710 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.7 m
0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,710 kg
78 kg heavier than the average Crossover
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.
97%
3% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan or 2015 Tesla Model X fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 45 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 48 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
48 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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