Lexus LC 500 vs Tesla Model 3 Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2021 catalog dimensions. Lexus LC 500 · Tesla Model 3
- Length187.4 in
- Height53.0 in – 53.2 in
- Wheelbase113.0 in
- Ground clearance5.2 in
- Curb weight4,340 lb – 4,540 lb
- Width75.6 in
- Tesla Model 3 width72.8 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Tesla Model 3 is 2.6 in shorter (187.4 in vs 184.8 in)
- Width: Tesla Model 3 is 2.8 in narrower (75.6 in vs 72.8 in)
- Height: Tesla Model 3 is 3.5 in taller (53.1 in vs 56.6 in)
- Wheelbase: Tesla Model 3 has a 0.2 in longer wheelbase (113.0 in vs 113.2 in)
- Curb weight: Lexus LC 500 is 645 lb heavier (4,440 lb vs 3,795 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Lexus LC 500 is 645 lb heavier (4,440 lb vs 3,795 lb)
- Height: Tesla Model 3 is 3.5 in taller (53.1 in vs 56.6 in)
- Width: Tesla Model 3 is 2.8 in narrower (75.6 in vs 72.8 in)
- Length: Tesla Model 3 is 2.6 in shorter (187.4 in vs 184.8 in)
- Wheelbase: Tesla Model 3 has a 0.2 in longer wheelbase (113.0 in vs 113.2 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageTesla Model 3 — Tesla Model 3 is shorter by 2.6 in Check garage fit for Lexus LC 500 · garage fit for Tesla Model 3
- Narrower for tight parkingTesla Model 3 — Tesla Model 3 is narrower by 2.8 in
- Smaller exterior footprintTesla Model 3 — Based on length × width (Tesla Model 3)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Lexus LC 500 | Tesla Model 3 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 187.4 in | 184.8 in | 2.6 in |
| Width | 75.6 in | 72.8 in | 2.8 in |
| Height | 53.1 in | 56.6 in | 3.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.0 in | 113.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Ground clearance | 5.2 in | — | — |
| Curb weight | 4,440 lb | 3,795 lb | 645 lb |
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