2022 Volkswagen Virtus vs 2015 Tesla Model X
Which is bigger, the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus or 2015 Tesla Model X?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
There is a clear gap in length here, with 2015 Tesla Model X measuring 49.1 cm longer than 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. Navigation requires more care in the 2015 Tesla Model X, as it stretches an extra 24.7 cm across the lane compared to the slender by comparison 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. The height difference is quite significant, with the 2015 Tesla Model X standing a substantial 17.7 cm taller than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. There is a negligible difference in ground clearance, with the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus sitting just 0.8 cm higher off the ground than the 2015 Tesla Model X. With a 31.4 cm shorter wheelbase, the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is the clear winner for tight multi-storey car parks compared to the 2015 Tesla Model X.
Measurements
Length
456.1 cm
505.2 cm (+49.1)
Height
150.7 cm
168.4 cm (+17.7)
Width (excluding mirrors)
175.2 cm
199.9 cm (+24.7)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+0.8)
227.1 cm
Ground clearance
17.9 cm
17.1 cm (+31.4)
Wheelbase
265.1 cm
296.5 cm (+2.1)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
456.1 cm
16.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
505.2 cm
52.6 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
150.7 cm
4.9 cm taller than the average Sedan
168.4 cm
5.6 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
175.2 cm
7.8 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
17.9 cm
3.9 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan
17.1 cm
1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
265.1 cm
13 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 SAE-rated 2015 Tesla Model X and VDA-rated 2022 Volkswagen Virtus can't be compared directly for cargo space; however, 2015 Tesla Model X offers 357 L which is below average for crossover. These two brands use different logic for their total interior volume so it's impossible to compare them like-for-like; the 2015 Tesla Model X provides 2,166 L (SAE) which for its segment is way above average, while the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is listed at 1,050 L (VDA) which is way above average for its 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.
521 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.
1,050 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.
154.8 L per m
196 L per m (+41.2)
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.
88.4 L per m²
98 L per m² (+9.7)
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.
521 L
46 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
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.
75%
SAE: below class average (-25%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 1 more door(s) than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus, the 2015 Tesla Model X should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. With 2 more seats, the 2015 Tesla Model X is better suited to carrying more people than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. You’ll definitely feel the 2.2 m turning circle difference when parking; the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is clearly the more maneuverable of the two.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
7 (+2)
Turning circle
10.1 m
12.3 m (+2.2)
Curb weight
1,100 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.1 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,100 kg
422 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.
109%
9% more manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus or 2015 Tesla Model X fit in a standard parking space?
2022 Volkswagen Virtus 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 49.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 46.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
49.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
46.5 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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