2020 Tesla Model Y vs 2025 Toyota Camry
Which is bigger, the 2020 Tesla Model Y or 2025 Toyota Camry?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2025 Toyota Camry would require an extra 16.4 cm of garage space length compared to the more compact 2020 Tesla Model Y. The 2020 Tesla Model Y gains you 8.2 cm in width, likely providing extra elbow room inside compared to the 2025 Toyota Camry, but you'll need more caution when navigating tight city streets. With a 17.9 cm height advantage, the 2020 Tesla Model Y is better suited for those who prefer a higher view of the road ahead. The 3.5 cm increase in ground clearance from the 2020 Tesla Model Y is just enough to make a positive difference on a gravel driveway vs the 2025 Toyota Camry. There's a negligible 6.6 cm gap in wheelbase, meaning both the 2020 Tesla Model Y and 2025 Toyota Camry should handle motorway cruising similarly.
Measurements
Length
475.1 cm
491.5 cm (+16.4)
Height
162.4 cm (+17.9)
144.5 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
192.1 cm (+8.2)
183.9 cm
Width (including mirrors)
212.9 cm (+3.5)
N/A
Ground clearance
17.2 cm (+6.6)
13.7 cm
Wheelbase
289 cm (+0.1)
282.4 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
475.1 cm
22.5 cm longer than the average Crossover
491.5 cm
18.6 cm longer than the average Sedan
Height
162.4 cm
0.4 cm shorter than the average Crossover
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Width (excluding mirrors)
192.1 cm
7.2 cm wider than the average Crossover
183.9 cm
0.9 cm wider than the average Sedan
Width (including mirrors)
212.9 cm
6.5 cm wider than the average Crossover
N/A
Ground clearance
17.2 cm
0.9 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
13.7 cm
0.3 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
Wheelbase
289 cm
16.6 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
282.4 cm
4.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
This isn't just a win; it's a blowout. With the seats up, the 2020 Tesla Model Y provides 426 L (SAE) more room in the trunk for your belongings. The 2020 Tesla Model Y provides a way above average 2,041 L for the crossover segment for cargo space with the seats down.
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 (+426)
428 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
N/A
Frunk capacity
117 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.
267.2 L per m
N/A
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
N/A
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.
854 L
115 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
428 L
32 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
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
170 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
106%
SAE: above class average (+6%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 5 doors, the 2020 Tesla Model Y offers more points of entry than the 2025 Toyota Camry, which typically makes loading passengers or gear into the back easier. You’ll find the same passenger limits in both models, as they each feature a 5-seat interior layout. The 2025 Toyota Camry is noticeably more agile in tight spots, boasting a turning circle 0.7 m tighter than the 2020 Tesla Model Y.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.1 m (+0.7)
11.4 m
Curb weight
N/A
1,565 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.1 m
0.9 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
11.4 m
0.3 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
N/A
1,565 kg
43 kg heavier than the average Sedan
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
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2020 Tesla Model Y or 2025 Toyota Camry fit in a standard parking space?
2020 Tesla Model Y 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
2025 Toyota Camry 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 45.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 29 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
29 cm
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