2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV vs 2024 Ford Kuga
Which is bigger, the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV or 2024 Ford Kuga?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 23.6 cm shorter, the 2024 Ford Kuga could be the nimbler choice for city drivers compared to the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV. The 2024 Ford Kuga is barely wider than the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV, with a tiny 0.9 cm gap that you’d need a tape measure to truly spot. In terms of height, the two are very closely matched, with the 2024 Ford Kuga standing just 3.3 cm taller than the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV. Clearance is effectively a tie, with the 2024 Ford Kuga leading by just 0.3 cm. Even the 24.3 cm wheelbase advantage helps the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV feel like a larger, more composed vehicle than the 2024 Ford Kuga.
Measurements
Length
484 cm (+23.6)
460.4 cm
Height
164.6 cm
167.9 cm (+3.3)
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.3 cm
188.2 cm (+0.9)
Width (including mirrors)
215.5 cm
217.7 cm (+0.3)
Ground clearance
16.3 cm (+24.3)
16.6 cm
Wheelbase
295.4 cm (+0.4)
271.1 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
484 cm
31.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
460.4 cm
7.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
164.6 cm
1.8 cm taller than the average Crossover
167.9 cm
5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.3 cm
2.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
188.2 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
215.5 cm
9.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
217.7 cm
11.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
16.3 cm
1.8 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
16.6 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
295.4 cm
23 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
271.1 cm
1.3 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
A direct comparison between the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV’s 748 L (SAE) and the 2024 Ford Kuga’s 412 L (VDA) cargo capacity isn't possible due to different measurement methods, but the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV is way above average for its class. The 2024 Ford Kuga is average for its class. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV offers 1,620 L (SAE) with the seats stowed, a figure that is way above average for crossover, while the 2024 Ford Kuga follows the VDA standard (1,534 L), which is way above average for crossover.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
412 L
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,534 L
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
748 L
N/A
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,620 L
N/A
Cargo space vs length
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by overall vehicle length.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
217.6 L per m (+42.8)
174.8 L per m
Cargo space vs footprint
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by footprint.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
It helps show how efficiently a car turns exterior area into usable cargo space.
116.2 L per m² (+23.3)
92.9 L per m²
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
412 L
33 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,534 L
26 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
748 L
9 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,620 L
251 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
DriveSize space efficiency score
DriveSize space efficiency compares blended cargo volume per square meter of footprint with the class average.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure within the selected cargo measurement method.
VDA scores compare with VDA class averages, and SAE scores compare with SAE class averages. Around 100% means in line with class average.
89%
SAE: below class average (-11%)
94%
VDA: below class average (-6%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV and 2024 Ford Kuga come with a 5-door setup, providing identical passenger access. There is no advantage for either model when it comes to passenger numbers, since both offer a 5-seat configuration. You’d be hard-pressed to tell the difference doing a U-turn, as the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV has a turning circle of only 0.22 m wider than the 2024 Ford Kuga.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.6 m (+0.2)
11.4 m
Curb weight
N/A
1,526 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
N/A
1,526 kg
106 kg lighter than the average Crossover
DriveSize manoeuvrability score
DriveSize manoeuvrability score combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
Around 100% means in line with the class average; higher scores indicate better manoeuvrability relative to similar cars.
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
98%
2% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV or 2024 Ford Kuga fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 43.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 33 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
43.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
33 cm
2024 Ford Kuga parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 43 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 44.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
43 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
44.5 cm
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