2024 Volkswagen Passat vs 2021 Tesla Model X
Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat or 2021 Tesla Model X?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
While not a massive leap, the 2021 Tesla Model X is 14 cm longer than the 2024 Volkswagen Passat. The head-on difference is large: the 2021 Tesla Model X adds 15 cm to the width of the 2024 Volkswagen Passat, fundamentally changing the interior volume and exterior bulk. A 18.3 cm height difference means the 2021 Tesla Model X will feel much more substantial when you're behind the wheel compared to the 2024 Volkswagen Passat. With an extra 12.4 cm between the wheels, the 2021 Tesla Model X should offer a noticeably smoother ride than the 2024 Volkswagen Passat.
Measurements
Length
491.7 cm
505.7 cm (+14)
Height
149.7 cm
168 cm (+18.3)
Width (excluding mirrors)
184.9 cm
199.9 cm (+15)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
227.1 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
14.6 cm (+12.4)
Wheelbase
284.1 cm
296.5 cm (+1)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
491.7 cm
17.2 cm longer than the average Estate
505.7 cm
53.1 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
149.7 cm
2.4 cm taller than the average Estate
168 cm
5.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
184.9 cm
0.8 cm wider than the average Estate
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
14.6 cm
3.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
284.1 cm
6.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Estate
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
2021 Tesla Model X offers 1,111 L using the SAE method, which is way above average for its segment. 2024 Volkswagen Passat's 690 L uses the different VDA standard, and is above average for its segment. Because these two models use different measurement standards (VDA vs SAE) for total cargo volume, they can't be directly compared. But for context, the 2021 Tesla Model X maximum capacity is way above average for its class.
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.
690 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.
1,920 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.
227.9 L per m
313.8 L per m (+85.9)
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.
123.2 L per m²
157 L per m² (+33.7)
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.
690 L
142 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
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.
1,920 L
351 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
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.
119%
VDA: above class average (+19%)
120%
SAE: above class average (+20%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
There is no difference in door count here, as both vehicles utilise a 5-door layout. Both the 2021 Tesla Model X and the 2024 Volkswagen Passat offer seating for 5, meaning they are equally capable when it comes to carrying passengers. The 2024 Volkswagen Passat is the slightly nimbler of the two when pulling a U-turn, though by a very narrow 0.3 m margin. From an agility perspective, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat wins by a landslide, weighing 759 kg less than the 2021 Tesla Model X.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12 m
12.3 m (+0.3)
Curb weight
1,578 kg
2,337 kg (+759)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12 m
0.8 m larger turning circle than the average Estate
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,578 kg
17 kg lighter than the average Estate
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.
94%
6% less manoeuvrable than the average Estate
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Volkswagen Passat or 2021 Tesla Model X fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Volkswagen Passat 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 29 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
29 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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