Tesla Size Guide 2025: Model 3 vs Model Y vs Model S vs Model X vs Cybertruck vs Roadster

Dimensions, practicality, and which Tesla actually fits your life.

In 2008, Tesla delivered its first production car: the original Roadster, a tiny two-seat electric sports car designed to prove an EV could be quick and desirable. It worked.

Fast-forward to today and Tesla is the world’s best-selling electric car brand. The Model Y was the best-selling EV in the UK for the third year running in 2024, and globally it has been outselling many petrol cars too.

From the compact Model 3 to the stainless-steel Cybertruck, Tesla’s lineup now spans everything from city cars to giant SUVs. And because Teslas often look deceptively similar on screen (especially the 3, S, X & Y), it can be difficult to know how big they are in reality and which one actually fits your parking space, driveway, garage, dog, gear or family.

This guide fixes that.

We’ll explain each Tesla in plain English: what it is, who it suits, and exactly how big it feels in real life. You can also view any of them side-by-side, front and back with DriveSize’s overlay tool.

Let’s start with the car that launched the brand.

1. Tesla Roadster — the beginning (2008)

The tiny sports car that proved an EV could be exciting.

What it is

A compact, two-seat electric sports car. It’s minimalist, fast, built in small numbers, and nothing like the family-friendly Teslas that came later.

Who it's for

Drivers who want a classic sports-car feel with instant electric torque and need very little cargo room.

Driving feel

Low, snug and agile. More “classic sports car” than modern Tesla.

Key sizes

• Length: 394.7 cm (155.4 in)
• Width (mirrors out): 185.1 cm (72.9 in)
• Height: 112.7 cm (44.4 in)
• Wheelbase: 235.1 cm (92.5 in)
• Turning circle: 11.06 m (36.3 ft)
• Boot space (SAE/EPA): 113 L (4 cu ft)

Real world fit

Fits absolutely anywhere — it’s shorter than a VW Polo. But two seats + a tiny boot limit its audience. This is a weekend toy, not an everyday family car.

Strengths

• Featherweight, compact
• Sports-car driving position, fun to drive
• Historically significant being Tesla’s origin story

Trade-offs

• Almost no storage
• Not a daily driver for most people

2. Tesla Model S — the luxury flagship (2012–)

The car that made Tesla mainstream — long, sleek and fast.

What it is

A long, low, luxury electric fastback. Think executive saloon meets grand-touring EV.

Who it's for

Drivers wanting maximum range and luggage space without moving to an SUV.

Driving feel

Composed, smooth, and very stable. Feels like a long-wheelbase luxury car.

Key sizes

• Length: 502.1 cm (197.7 in)
• Width (body): 198.7 cm (78.2 in)
• Width (mirrors out): 218.9 cm (86.1 in)
• Height: 143.1 cm (56.3 in)
• Wheelbase: 296 cm (116.5 in)
• Turning circle: 12.3 m (40.3 ft)
• Boot + frunk space (SAE/EPA): 798 L seats up –1,828 L seats down (28.2–64.5 cu ft)

Real world fit

It’s long. Many UK driveways are 4.8–5.0 m, so the Model S will fill almost all of it. Width with mirrors out is also substantial, so tight multi-storey parking should be done with care.

Strengths

• Huge boot + frunk
• Best long-distance comfort in the Tesla range
• Still one of the sleekest EVs available

Trade-offs

• Not as easy to park as the Model 3 or Model Y
• Feels large in tight streets

3. Tesla Model X — the family spaceship (2015–)

Falcon-wing doors, enormous interior space, and serious road presence.

What it is

Tesla’s full-size luxury SUV with upward-hinging rear doors and 5/6/7-seat layouts.

Who it's for

Families, dog owners, road-trippers — anyone needing maximum cabin and boot space in the most spacious Tesla.

Driving feel

Smooth, tall and refined. It’s more like a luxury people-carrier than a sporty SUV.

Key sizes

• Length: 506 cm (199.2 in)
• Width (body): 199.9 cm (78.7 in)
• Width (folded): 207 cm (81.5 in)
• Width (mirrors out): 227.1 cm (89.4 in)
• Height: 168 cm (66.1 in)
• Wheelbase: 296.5 cm (116.7 in)
• Boot + frunk space (SAE/EPA): 1,233 L seats up – 2,593 L seats down (43.5–91.5 cu ft)
• Turning circle: 12.3 m (40.3 ft)

Real-world fit

The Model X is wide. With mirrors out you get just 64 mm of clearance each side in a 2.4 m UK bay — enough to park, but getting out can be awkward if someone parks close. The falcon doors need overhead space too, especially in low-roof garages.

Strengths

• Enormous interior
• Best passenger comfort of any Tesla
• Huge boot with the seats down

Trade-offs

• Very wide
• Doors can be awkward to open in tight or low roofed spaces

4. Tesla Model 3 — the global best-seller (2017–)

The car that turned Tesla into a mass-market brand.

What it is

A compact electric sedan that balances efficiency, comfort and everyday usability.

Who it's for

Urban and suburban drivers; anyone wanting a smaller footprint than the bigger SUVs.

Driving feel

Light, quiet and responsive. Sportier than the Model Y.

Key sizes

• Length: 469.4 cm (184.8 in)
• Width (body): 184.9 cm (72.8 in)
• Width (folded): 193.3 cm (76.1 in)
• Width (out): 208.8 cm (82.2 in)
• Height: 144.3 cm (56.8 in)
• Wheelbase: 287.5 cm (113.2 in)
• Turning circle: 11.7 m (38.4 ft)
• Boot + frunk space (SAE/EPA): 542 L seats up – 977 L seats down (19.1–34.5 cu ft)

Real-world fit

The easiest Tesla to park after the Roadster. Fits well in UK bays, US garages and tight parallel spaces, especially with the mirrors folded.

Strengths

• Most manoeuvrable Tesla
• Excellent efficiency

Trade-offs

• Less rear headroom than the Model Y

5. Tesla Model Y — the family favourite (2020–)

The world’s best-selling EV — for good reason.

What it is

A compact electric SUV with a huge boot, great visibility, and family-friendly features.

Who it's for

Families, dog owners, anyone who needs more space than what a Model 3 offers.

Driving feel

Calm, airy and stable. SUV visibility without the bulk of larger Teslas.

Key sizes

• Length: 479 cm (188.6 in)
• Width (body): 192 cm (75.6 in)
• Width (folded): 198.1 cm (78.0 in)
• Width (out): 212.9 cm (83.8 in)
• Height: 162.3 cm (63.9 in)
• Wheelbase: 289 cm (113.8 in)
• Boot + frunk space (SAE/EPA): 854 L seats up –2,041 L seats down (30.1–72.1 cu ft)

Real-world fit

Similar footprint to a Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V. Snug in UK bays but workable; mirrors folded it’s comfortable even in multi-storeys.

Strengths

• Best combination of space + efficiency + price
• Huge, square boot
• Excellent visibility

Trade-offs

• Wider than people expect
• Rear ride can feel firm on rough roads

6. Tesla Cybertruck — the stainless-steel behemoth (2023–)

A pickup like nothing else on the road.

What it is

A huge electric truck with a stainless body and a covered “vault” instead of an open cargo bed.

Who it's for

Truck buyers in the US, Mexico, Canada, and South Korea, adventurers, towing users, and people who simply want the most distinctive EV on sale

Driving feel

Surprisingly refined, heavy, confident. More “armoured SUV” than traditional pickup.

Key sizes

• Length: 568.2 cm (223.7 in)
• Width (body): 203.2 cm (80.0 in)
• Width (mirrors folded): 220 cm (86.6 in)
• Width (mirrors out): 241.3 cm (95.0 in)
• Height: 179.3 cm (70.6 in)
• Wheelbase: 363.5 cm (143.1 in)
• Ground clearance: 25.7 cm (10.1 in)
• Vault storage: 3,424 L (121 cu ft)

Real-world fit

The Cybertruck doesn’t meet UK and Europe road safety regulations, making it illegal to drive - and it wouldn’t fit in most parking bays anyway. In US garages? Length often fits; width only fits 9-ft wide doors.

Strengths

• Immense presence
• Huge, secure cargo
• Best ground clearance of any Tesla

Trade-offs

• Very heavy
• Not a subtle car

Tesla Size Hierarchy — At a Glance

Shortest → longest

Roadster → Model 3 → Model Y → Model S → Model X → Cybertruck

Narrowest mirrors-out → widest

Roadster → Model 3 → Model Y → Model S → Model X → Cybertruck

Lowest → tallest

Roadster → Model S/3 → Model Y → Model X → Cybertruck

Most boot space

Cybertruck → Model X → Model Y → Model S → Model 3 → Roadster

Quick FAQs

Which Tesla is the biggest?

The Tesla Cybertruck is the largest by a wide margin — 568.2 cm (223.7 in) long and up to 241.3 cm (95 in) wide with mirrors out. It’s bigger than a full-size SUV and close to American pickup proportions.

Which Tesla is the smallest?

The original Roadster is the smallest Tesla ever made at just 394.7 cm (155.4 in) long. Among current models, the Model 3 is the most compact.

Which Tesla has the most boot space?

The Cybertruck’s covered vault is the biggest at 3,424 L (121 cu ft). Among cars/SUVs, the Model X leads with up to 2,593 L (91.5 cu ft).

Tesla Model 3 vs Model Y — which is bigger?

The Model Y is longer, taller, wider and has far more boot space. The Model 3 is easier to park; the Model Y is more practical for families.

Will a Model X fit in a UK parking bay?

It fits, but it’s tight. A UK bay is ~240 cm wide; the Model X is 227.1 cm (89.4 in) wide with mirrors out. Door opening can be challenging if another car is close.

Will a Cybertruck fit in a standard US garage?

Length usually fits (common US garages are 20+ ft), but width is the issue. You’ll need a 9-foot door and good clearance on both sides.

Which Tesla is best for families?

Model Y for most people, it has the best mix of boot space, interior room and ease of use. Choose the Model X if you want maximum cabin space or 6–7 seats.

Which Tesla is best for city driving?

The Model 3, it has the smallest footprint, easiest to manoeuvre, and the least stressful in tight streets and older car parks.