2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback vs 2021 Tesla Model X
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback or 2021 Tesla Model X?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 68.8 cm length difference creates a clear divide in front-to-rear dimensions. At 20.8 cm wider, the 2021 Tesla Model X would better suit the open road, while the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback would win for turning tight corners in a direct comparison. Standing over 23 cm higher, the 2021 Tesla Model X offers a more elevated seating position and a more commanding view of the road compared to the lower 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. You’d need a ruler to spot the 1.6 cm clearance gap between these two models. Spanning an extra 32.6 cm from axle to axle, the 2021 Tesla Model X has a wheelbase that will allow for better passenger room than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback.
Measurements
Length
436.9 cm
505.7 cm (+68.8)
Height
145 cm
168 cm (+23)
Body width
179.1 cm
199.9 cm (+20.8)
Width including mirrors
N/A
227.1 cm
Ground clearance
13 cm
14.6 cm (+1.6)
Wheelbase
263.9 cm
296.5 cm (+32.6)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.8 m²
10.1 m² (+2.3)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
436.9 cm
21.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
505.7 cm
53.1 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
145 cm
2.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
168 cm
5.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Body width
179.1 cm
2.6 cm wider than the average Hatchback
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 cm
0.9 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
14.6 cm
3.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
263.9 cm
4.8 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
296.5 cm
24.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.8 m²
0.5 m² larger footprint than the average Hatchback
10.1 m²
1.7 m² larger footprint than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2021 Tesla Model X’s boot space advantage with the seats up is massive, offering 1,111 L against the 504 L (SAE) in the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. With the rear seats down, the 2021 Tesla Model X provides 2,471 L of space when using the SAE measurement method, which is way above 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.
504 L
1,111 L (+607)
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
2,471 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
183 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
313.8 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.
N/A
157 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.
504 L
21 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
1,111 L
372 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.
N/A
2,471 L
600 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
DriveSize space efficiency
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 values compare with VDA class averages, and SAE values compare with SAE class averages. Positive percentages indicate more space efficiency and negative percentages indicate less.
+20%
SAE: More space efficient than the average Crossover
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
In terms of door count, the 2021 Tesla Model X and 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback are matched exactly, each featuring 5 doors. Both the 2021 Tesla Model X and the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback have seating for 5, so there is no difference in passenger capacity. There's a monumental difference in mass; the 2021 Tesla Model X is a staggering 949 kg heavier than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
N/A
12.3 m
Curb weight
1,388 kg
2,337 kg (+949)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
N/A
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,388 kg
135 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
2,337 kg
705 kg heavier than the average Crossover
DriveSize manoeuvrability
DriveSize manoeuvrability combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
A positive percentage means more manoeuvrable than the class average and a negative percentage means less manoeuvrable.
-11%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback or 2021 Tesla Model X fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback 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 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 47.5 cm per side, and length clearance is 56.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
47.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
56.5 cm
2021 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 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, and length clearance is 22 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
37.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
22 cm
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Frequently asked questions
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