2021 Toyota Land Cruiser vs 2021 Tesla Model X
Which is bigger, the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser or 2021 Tesla Model X?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With just 7.7 cm separating them, there’s little to distinguish the 2021 Tesla Model X and the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser in terms of overall length. The 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser measures just 0.1 cm wider than the 2021 Tesla Model X, an incremental difference that shouldn't influence your buying decision, unless it just tips if it fits in your garage! The height contrast is vast; the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser stands a massive 27 cm taller than the 2021 Tesla Model X, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. There’s a clear shift in capability here, with the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser offering 8.9 cm more clearance than the 2021 Tesla Model X. Even the 11.5 cm wheelbase advantage helps the 2021 Tesla Model X feel like a larger, more composed vehicle than the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Measurements
Length
498 cm
505.7 cm (+7.7)
Height
195 cm (+27)
168 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
200 cm (+0.1)
199.9 cm
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+8.9)
227.1 cm
Ground clearance
23.5 cm
14.6 cm (+11.5)
Wheelbase
285 cm
296.5 cm (+0.1)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
498 cm
2.6 cm longer than the average SUV
505.7 cm
53.1 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
195 cm
4.9 cm taller than the average SUV
168 cm
5.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
200 cm
4.3 cm wider than the average SUV
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
23.5 cm
1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
14.6 cm
3.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
285 cm
5.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average SUV
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 2021 Tesla Model X has 1,111 L (SAE) of cargo space with its seats up, which is way above average compared to the class average for crossover. The 2021 Tesla Model X has 2,471 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.
N/A
1,111 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
2,471 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.
N/A
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 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.
120%
SAE: above class average (+20%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both vehicles offer the same entry arrangement, with the 2021 Tesla Model X and 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser each built in a 5-door format. In terms of seating capacity, the 2021 Tesla Model X matches the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser exactly, with each accommodating up to 5 people. The maneuverability is nearly the same, with the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser holding a slim 0.5 m turning circle advantage. At 158 kg lighter, the 2021 Tesla Model X is likely the more fun and engaging car to drive out of the two.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.8 m
12.3 m (+0.5)
Curb weight
2,495 kg (+158)
2,337 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.8 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average SUV
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
2,495 kg
48 kg heavier than the average SUV
2,337 kg
705 kg heavier 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.
100%
0% less manoeuvrable than the average SUV
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser or 2021 Tesla Model X fit in a standard parking space?
2021 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 26 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
37.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
26 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 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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