2020 Tesla Model Y dimensions and size guide
2020 Tesla Model Y
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2020 Tesla Model Y exterior dimensions
The 2020 Tesla Model Y is moderately larger than the average crossover, with the difference concentrated in length and width rather than height. Its 475.1cm body is around 23cm, or 5%, longer, while its 192.1cm width excluding mirrors is approximately 7cm, or 4%, greater. With the mirrors extended, it is about 7cm, or 3%, wider than average. At 162.4cm tall, the Model Y is almost exactly average in height. Its 289cm wheelbase is around 17cm, or 6%, longer, while its length and width create a footprint of about 9.1m², roughly 0.7m², or 9%, larger than the crossover norm.
Measurements
Length
475.1 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
192.1 cm
Width (including mirrors)
212.9 cm
Height
162.4 cm
Wheelbase
289 cm
Ground clearance
17.2 cm
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width excluding mirrors.
9.1 m²
How the 2020 Tesla Model Y's exterior dimensions compare with the average Crossover
Length
22.5 cm longer than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
7.2 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
6.5 cm wider than the average Crossover
Height
0.4 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
16.6 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
0.9 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
DriveSize footprint score
DriveSize footprint score compares this car's footprint with the average footprint for the same class.
A score near 100% means it is close to class average size. Lower scores mean it sits further from that average, either smaller or larger.
91%
9% larger than the average Crossover
Fast facts
Fast facts
Everyday SAE cargo space is 16% above average
With all five seats occupied, the Model Y provides 854 litres of cargo capacity, around 115 litres more than the average crossover which is useful for additional shopping, luggage or other regular loads.
It physically fits into every regional parking space
All eight standard spaces tested by DriveSize can contain the Model Y, although only USA/Canada provides comfortable surrounding room.
Maximum SAE capacity is 9% above average
Folding the back seats increases cargo space to 2,041 litres, around 170 litres more than the crossover norm for carrying larger loads.
Combined cargo efficiency is 6% above average
Allowing for both seats-up and maximum cargo capacity, the Model Y provides about 139 litres per square metre of ground space, roughly 6% more than the average crossover.
2020 Tesla Model Y front view
Cargo space & efficiency
2020 Tesla Model Y cargo capacity and space efficiency
Keeping all five seats in use, the Model Y provides 854 litres of published SAE cargo capacity. That is around 115 litres, or 16%, more than the average crossover, providing useful extra room for a weekly shop, family luggage or other everyday loads without folding the back seats. Maximum SAE capacity reaches 2,041 litres, approximately 170 litres, or 9%, above average. Being an EV, the Model Y also provides a separate 117-litre front boot (frunk) for smaller items. Allowing for both its seats-up and maximum cargo capacity, the Model Y provides about 139 litres per square metre of ground space. That is roughly 6% above average for a crossover, so it makes slightly better use of its exterior footprint than the class norm.
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.
854 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.
2,041 L
Frunk capacity
117 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.
267.2 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.
139.1 L per m²
How the 2020 Tesla Model Y's cargo space and efficiency compare with 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.
115 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.
170 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
DriveSize space efficiency score (SAE)
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.
106%
Above class average (+6%)
Parking
Will the 2020 Tesla Model Y fit in a standard parking space?
Across the regional parking results, the Model Y physically fits within all eight standard regional parking spaces tested by DriveSize below. USA/Canada is the only one that also provides comfortable surrounding room, so fitting between the lines is much more widely achievable than opening the doors and getting in or out comfortably. The United Kingdom is the most restrictive fit, while the European Union, China, India, Japan, Australia and the Middle East also leave limited space around the car. None of the eight spaces are too small to contain it physically.
DriveSize 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 41 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 37 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
41 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
37 cm
Usability
2020 Tesla Model Y usability & manoeuvrability
At 12.1m, the Model Y's turning circle is around 0.9m, or 8%, wider than the average crossover. It therefore requires a bit more room for full turns, U-turns and manoeuvring in confined car parks. Ground clearance is 17.2cm, approximately 0.9cm, or 5%, below average. This is a modest difference, but drivers may need a little more care on uneven roads.
Measurements
Doors
5
Max seats
5
Turning circle
12.1 m
How the 2020 Tesla Model Y's usability and manoeuvrability compare with the average Crossover
Turning circle
0.9 m larger turning circle 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.
93%
7% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
2020 Tesla Model Y rear view
DriveSize overview: 2020 Tesla Model Y
Judging by its dimensions and capacities, the 2020 Tesla Model Y may suit drivers who want a crossover with above-average cargo space without moving to a larger exterior. Its everyday SAE capacity is 16% above average, maximum capacity is 9% higher and its combined cargo efficiency is around 6% above the crossover norm.
Its footprint is approximately 9% larger than average and the turning circle is 8% wider, so it still needs more room than a typical crossover. However, it physically fits every regional parking space tested by DriveSize, with limited surrounding access outside USA/Canada being the main parking compromise.
Similar length, height and footprint make the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E a strong electric-crossover comparison.
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Vehicle specifications on this page are sourced from official Tesla documentation. All DriveSize comparisons are calculated from manufacturer-published specifications.