Compare 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 vs 2012 Tesla Model S
Dimensions
The 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 is about 119 mm taller than the 2012 Tesla Model S, while the 2012 Tesla Model S is about 706 mm longer and 155 mm wider than the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3.
Front view


Capacity
The 2012 Tesla Model S offers about 479 L more cargo space with the seats up and 1320 L more cargo space with the seats folded than the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. Both models have 5 doors. Both models have 5 seats.
Rear view


Misc.
The 2012 Tesla Model S has a wheelbase about 190 mm longer than the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. The 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 needs about 0.8 m less space to turn than the 2012 Tesla Model S.
Side view


Frequently asked questions
How do the dimensions of the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 compare with the 2012 Tesla Model S?
Length: 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 4,264 mm; 2012 Tesla Model S 4,970 mm. 2012 Tesla Model S is longer by 706 mm. Width (excluding mirrors): 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 1,809 mm; 2012 Tesla Model S 1,964 mm. 2012 Tesla Model S is wider by 155 mm. Height: 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 1,564 mm; 2012 Tesla Model S 1,445 mm. 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 is taller by 119 mm.
Which car has more cargo space?
2023 Volkswagen ID.3: at least 385 L 2012 Tesla Model S: at least 864 L and up to 1,705 L 2012 Tesla Model S offers about 1,320 L more space.
Which car seats more passengers?
2023 Volkswagen ID.3: up to 5 seats 2012 Tesla Model S: up to 5 seats Seating capacity is identical.
Which car weighs more?
2012 Tesla Model S: around 2,100 kg
Which car is easier to maneuver?
2023 Volkswagen ID.3: 11.5 m 2012 Tesla Model S: 12.3 m 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 should feel easier to manoeuvre by about 0.8 m.

