2021 Tesla Model X vs 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan
Which is bigger, the 2021 Tesla Model X or 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The figures show the 2021 Tesla Model X is 51.8 cm longer in comparison to the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan, which is a significant difference. Navigation requires more care in the 2021 Tesla Model X, as it stretches an extra 15.7 cm across the lane compared to the slender by comparison 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan. Passenger headroom is likely to be comparable in both vehicles, as the 2021 Tesla Model X is only 2 cm taller than the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan. If you drive these cars, you'll notice the 2021 Tesla Model X feels a bit more planted on the motorway thanks to its 28.9 cm wheelbase advantage.
Measurements
Length
505.7 cm (+51.8)
453.9 cm
Height
168 cm (+2)
166 cm
Body width
199.9 cm (+15.7)
184.2 cm
Width including mirrors
227.1 cm
N/A
Ground clearance
14.6 cm
N/A
Wheelbase
296.5 cm (+28.9)
267.6 cm
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
10.1 m² (+1.7)
8.4 m²
How each car compares with its class average
Length
505.7 cm
53.1 cm longer than the average Crossover
453.9 cm
1.3 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
168 cm
5.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
166 cm
3.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Body width
199.9 cm
15 cm wider than the average Crossover
184.2 cm
0.7 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width including mirrors
227.1 cm
20.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
N/A
Ground clearance
14.6 cm
3.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
N/A
Wheelbase
296.5 cm
24.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
267.6 cm
4.8 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
10.1 m²
1.7 m² larger footprint than the average Crossover
8.4 m²
0 m² smaller footprint 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 Tiguan's 652 L uses the different VDA standard, and is way 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.
N/A
652 L
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.
N/A
1,650 L
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.
1,111 L
N/A
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.
2,471 L
N/A
Frunk capacity
183 L
N/A
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.
313.8 L per m (+93.2)
220.6 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.
157 L per m² (+37.2)
119.8 L per m²
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.
N/A
652 L
207 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
N/A
1,650 L
142 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
1,111 L
372 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
2,471 L
600 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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
+21%
VDA: More space efficient than the average Crossover
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 Tiguan offer seating for 5, meaning they are equally capable when it comes to carrying passengers. Expect to put in a little more work in the 2021 Tesla Model X during tight turns, given its 0.6 m wider radius. From an agility perspective, the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan wins by a landslide, weighing 627 kg less than the 2021 Tesla Model X.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.3 m (+0.6)
11.7 m
Curb weight
2,337 kg (+627)
1,710 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
11.7 m
0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
2,337 kg
705 kg heavier than the average Crossover
1,710 kg
78 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
-3%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2021 Tesla Model X or 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan fit in a standard parking space?
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
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 45 cm per side, and length clearance is 48 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
48 cm
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Frequently asked questions
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