Ford F-150 vs Tesla Cybertruck: Dimensions, Bed Sizes, Width & Parking
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Two giant pickups, two very different approaches: The Ford F-150 — now in its 14th generation — remains the go-to workhorse, offering cab and bed choices for almost every kind of owner. Meanwhile, the Tesla Cybertruck is a brand-new Gen 1 EV with a single body style, sci-fi slab sides, and its signature “vault”. Let’s line them up on length, width, height, bed size, and turning circle — and see which one really fits your life.
Width: the parking-bay showdown
Width determines whether you glide into a bay, or perform a three-point ballet.
F-150: 79.9 in excluding mirrors sounds friendly — until mirrors come into play. Folded: 93 in. Extended: 95.7 in.
Cybertruck: practically the same size body at 80.0 in excluding mirrors, but folded: 86.6 in. Extended: 95 in.
Takeaway
The Cybertruck is kinder with mirrors folded, even though both trucks have vast widths with mirrors out. If you thread into tight spaces a lot, the Tesla’s folded width advantage is meaningful.
Length & wheelbase: the long and short of it
The F-150’s length spans 209.4 in for a Regular Cab with a 6.5ft bed, all the way up to 243.9 in for a 4x4 SuperCrew with the same 6.5ft bed. That flexibility lets you choose a truck that fits on your driveway rather than redesigning your driveway to fit the truck. Its wheelbase runs from 122.8 in in Regular Cab form to 157.2 in the longest SuperCrew, meaning you can trade agility for load space depending on how you spec it.
The Cybertruck, meanwhile, sits at 223.7 in long with a 143.1 in wheelbase — right in the middle of Ford’s spread. It feels planted and stable but is still shorter overall than a long-bed F-150.
Takeaway
Need a shorter overall length? An F-150 Regular Cab lands at the compact end. Need maximum straight-line stability? The Ford’s longest wheelbase options exceed the Tesla’s; otherwise, the Cybertruck sits sensibly between Ford’s range.
Height & ground clearance: step-in vs step-up
The F-150 stands between 75 in and 77.5 in tall, with 8.3–9.8 in clearance.
The Cybertruck is 70.6 in tall with 10.1 in of clearance.
Takeaway
The Ford is the taller truck, no matter the configuration; the Tesla sits lower but higher off the ground — a rare combo that gives you easier access to get in and out, and better obstacle clearance. Thanks to its low centre of gravity and air suspension, the Cybertruck feels more stable and planted on tarmac, while the F-150’s softer setup and taller stance make it better on rough tracks.
Space & loading practicality: the bed battle
The F-150 gives you a choice of bed lengths — 5.5 ft, 6.5 ft, or 8.0 ft — depending on your cab type choice. If you need sheets of ply, ladders or bikes to lie flat with the tailgate shut, the 6.5 ft or 8 ft beds are why the F-150 remains America’s go-to pickup.
The Cybertruck runs a single 6.0 ft “vault” bed setup. It’s neat, secure and weather-proof by design — more lifestyle-ready than work-site-ready. If your load is usually gear rather than materials, it fits the brief perfectly.
Takeaway
The F-150 wins on choice and capacity, while the Cybertruck scores for ease and everyday usability.
Turning circle: big trucks, small spaces
The F-150’s turning circle is 47.9 ft which is respectable for a full-size truck, but you’ll still need a bit of planning when parking in tight urban bays.
The Cybertruck manages a tighter 43.5 ft, helped by its rear-wheel steering and lower stance. Despite its bulkier looks, it’s actually the easier truck to swing around in a car park or narrow street.
Takeaway
The Cybertruck feels more agile than it looks — its turning circle, lower height and narrower folded-mirror width make tight spots less stressful, while the F-150’s extra length means you’ll be taking a wider line (and maybe one more shuffle) to get it straight.
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Everyday verdict — which fits your life?
If you want the truck to fit your space:
The F-150 is more configurable to suit your driveway or garage. With 209.4–243.9 in overall length and 5.5/6.5/8.0 ft beds, you choose the truck that fits — not the other way round.
See our Ford F-150 Cab & Bed Sizes Explained guide
If you want big presence with less parking faff:
The Cybertruck is shorter than long-bed F-150s, lower overall, and crucially narrower with mirrors folded (86.6 in). Its 43.5 ft turning circle helps in tight car parks.
If you haul materials or need work-site flexibility:
The F-150 wins on bed choice and variant spread.
If you’re more lifestyle than site-work:
The Cybertruck’s integrated vault and lower step-in height make daily life simpler — bikes, camping kit, gear.
Quick FAQ
Which is wider with mirrors folded?
Cybertruck: 86.6 in vs F-150: 93 in.
Which is longer overall?
F-150 can be shorter or longer depending on cab/bed: 209.4–243.9 in. Cybertruck is 223.7 in.
Which turns tighter?
The Cybertruck with a turning circle of 43.5 ft vs F-150: 47.9 ft.
Which has more ground clearance?
The F-150 with 8.3–9.8 in vs Cybertruck: 10.1 in
Which sits taller?
The F-150 at 75–77.5 in tall vs Cybertruck: 70.6 in.
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