| Model Year | 2021 | 2012 | |
| Model | Tesla Model 3 | Toyota Prius | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 106.3 in | 6.9 in |
| Length | 184.8 in | 176.4 in | 8.4 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 68.7 in | 4.1 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 58.7 in | -1.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3582 lb. | 3042 lb. | 540 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 11.9 gal. | -11.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.6 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 54.9 in | 1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.7 in | -52.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 42.5 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 37.6 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 53.1 in | 0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.2 in | -51.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 36.0 in | -0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -0.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 | -6.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 39.6 ft3 | -24.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Tesla Model 3.
| 2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Excellent for at least a 6 footer see full Toyota Prius review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Outstanding see full Toyota Prius review |
| 2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Mentioned this before, but should be mentioned again and again. It's a compact ecoonomy car with luxury under-the-hood technology. see full Toyota Prius review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Lack of lumbar support will translate into back fatigue on long trips. see full Toyota Prius review |