2024 Volkswagen Passat vs 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV
Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat or 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV is only 7.7 cm shorter than the 2024 Volkswagen Passat, so from a pure length perspective, the two vehicles are pretty evenly matched. Shoulder room will likely feel similar in both of these vehicles, as the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV has just 2.4 cm of extra width over the 2024 Volkswagen Passat. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV utilises its extra 14.9 cm of height to maximise cabin volume, making it feel larger inside than the 2024 Volkswagen Passat. The 2024 Volkswagen Passat will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 11.3 cm shorter between the axles than the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV.
Measurements
Length
491.7 cm (+7.7)
484 cm
Height
149.7 cm
164.6 cm (+14.9)
Width (excluding mirrors)
184.9 cm
187.3 cm (+2.4)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
215.5 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
16.3 cm (+11.3)
Wheelbase
284.1 cm (+0)
295.4 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
491.7 cm
17.2 cm longer than the average Estate
484 cm
31.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
149.7 cm
2.4 cm taller than the average Estate
164.6 cm
1.8 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
184.9 cm
0.8 cm wider than the average Estate
187.3 cm
2.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
215.5 cm
9.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
N/A
16.3 cm
1.8 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
284.1 cm
6.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Estate
295.4 cm
23 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Due to the differing VDA vs SAE measurement methods, a direct comparison for cargo space isn't possible, but the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV’s 748 L is way above average for its class. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV (1,620 L) and 2024 Volkswagen Passat (1,920 L) use non-compatible measurement standards to compare against each other, but we can look at them in relation to cargo space vs their categories. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV has way above average room for its class, and the 2024 Volkswagen Passat has way above average room for its class.
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.
690 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.
1,920 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.
N/A
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.
N/A
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.
227.9 L per m (+10.3)
217.6 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.
123.2 L per m² (+7.1)
116.2 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.
690 L
142 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
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.
1,920 L
351 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
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.
N/A
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.
N/A
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.
119%
VDA: above class average (+19%)
89%
SAE: below class average (-11%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both vehicles offer the same entry arrangement, with the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV and 2024 Volkswagen Passat each built in a 5-door format. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 5-seats. The 2024 Volkswagen Passat needs only a whisker more room to U-turn at 0.4 m wider, a difference you’d rarely notice in daily driving.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12 m (+0.4)
11.6 m
Curb weight
1,578 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12 m
0.8 m larger turning circle than the average Estate
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,578 kg
17 kg lighter than the average Estate
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.
94%
6% less manoeuvrable than the average Estate
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Volkswagen Passat or 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Volkswagen Passat 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 45 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 29 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
29 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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