2023 Volkswagen ID.3 vs 2021 Tesla Model X
Which is bigger, the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 or 2021 Tesla Model X?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With the 2021 Tesla Model X being 79.3 cm longer, the contrast in body length becomes obvious. Navigation requires more care in the 2021 Tesla Model X, as it stretches an extra 19 cm across the lane compared to the slender by comparison 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. The 2021 Tesla Model X offers an extra 11.6 cm of height, providing a bit more clearance and a more upright cabin feel than the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. The 2021 Tesla Model X has a 19.5 cm longer wheelbase, which often translates to extra "stretch-out" room in the back.
Measurements
Length
426.4 cm
505.7 cm (+79.3)
Height
156.4 cm
168 cm (+11.6)
Width (excluding mirrors)
180.9 cm
199.9 cm (+19)
Width (including mirrors)
207 cm
227.1 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
14.6 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
505.7 cm
53.1 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
156.4 cm
8.5 cm taller than the average Hatchback
168 cm
5.2 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
14.6 cm
3.5 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
These two cars follow different measurement methods: SAE for the 2021 Tesla Model X and VDA for the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3, so instead of a direct cargo space comparison, segment averages are the best way to gauge their relative utility. The 2021 Tesla Model X’s 1,111 L capacity with seats up is way above average for its class, and the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3’s 385 L capacity is average for its class. These two brands use different logic for their total interior volume so it's impossible to compare them like-for-like; the 2021 Tesla Model X provides 2,471 L (SAE) which for its segment is way above average, while the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 is listed at 1,267 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.
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
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.
162.7 L per m
313.8 L per m (+151.1)
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
157 L per m² (+67.1)
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
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.
108%
VDA: above class average (+8%)
120%
SAE: above class average (+20%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Neither vehicle differs on door layout, as the 2021 Tesla Model X and 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 both feature a 5-door design. You’ll find the same passenger limits in both models, as they each feature a 5-seat interior layout. At 2 m wider, the 2021 Tesla Model X requires a much more deliberate approach to tight corners than the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.3 m
12.3 m (+2)
Curb weight
N/A
2,337 kg
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
Curb weight
N/A
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.
99%
1% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 or 2021 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
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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