2021 Volkswagen ID.4 vs 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV
Which is bigger, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV is an additional 25.6 cm longer than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, giving it a more elongated and sleek profile. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV is barely wider than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, with a tiny 2.1 cm gap that you’d need a tape measure to truly spot. Neither car holds a significant height advantage, with the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV measuring 3.4 cm taller than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 sits only 0.3 cm closer to the road than the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV, a small gap meaning they handle obstacles almost identically. With a 18.8 cm longer wheelbase, the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV steps into a more comfortable tier of ride quality than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4.
Measurements
Length
458.4 cm
484 cm (+25.6)
Height
161.2 cm
164.6 cm (+3.4)
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.2 cm
187.3 cm (+2.1)
Width (including mirrors)
210.8 cm
215.5 cm (+0.3)
Ground clearance
16 cm
16.3 cm (+18.8)
Wheelbase
276.6 cm
295.4 cm (+0.6)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
458.4 cm
5.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
484 cm
31.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
161.2 cm
1.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
164.6 cm
1.8 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.2 cm
0.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
187.3 cm
2.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
210.8 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
215.5 cm
9.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
16 cm
2.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
16.3 cm
1.8 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
276.6 cm
4.2 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
295.4 cm
23 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Both measurements tip in favour of the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, which has a significant 110 L larger boot and a large 198 L (SAE) bigger total capacity when the seats are folded.
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.
543 L
N/A
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.
1,575 L
N/A
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.
858 L (+110)
748 L
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.
1,818 L (+198)
1,620 L
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.
197.3 L per m
217.6 L per m (+20.4)
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.
106.5 L per m²
116.2 L per m² (+9.7)
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.
543 L
98 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
1,575 L
67 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
858 L
119 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
748 L
9 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
1,818 L
53 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
1,620 L
251 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
108%
VDA: above class average (+8%)
89%
SAE: below class average (-11%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
There is no difference in door count here, as both vehicles utilise a 5-door layout. You’ll find the same passenger limits in both models, as they each feature a 5-seat interior layout. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is the slightly nimbler of the two when pulling a U-turn, though by a very narrow 1.4 m margin.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.2 m
11.6 m (+1.4)
Curb weight
1,891 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.2 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,891 kg
259 kg heavier than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV fit in a standard parking space?
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 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 44.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 45.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
44.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45.5 cm
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
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