2022 Volkswagen Virtus vs 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV
Which is bigger, the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus or 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV would require an extra 27.9 cm of garage space length compared to the more compact 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV gains you 12.1 cm in width, likely providing extra elbow room inside compared to the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus, but you'll need more caution when navigating tight city streets. When comparing height, you'd more easily see the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV in a car park; it stands a full 13.9 cm taller than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. Both vehicles offer nearly identical ground clearance with just 1.6 cm difference, meaning they will handle speed bumps or driveway inclines the same. High-speed stability is a major win for the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV when compared to the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus, as its wheels sit a full 30.3 cm further apart.
Measurements
Length
456.1 cm
484 cm (+27.9)
Height
150.7 cm
164.6 cm (+13.9)
Width (excluding mirrors)
175.2 cm
187.3 cm (+12.1)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+1.6)
215.5 cm
Ground clearance
17.9 cm
16.3 cm (+30.3)
Wheelbase
265.1 cm
295.4 cm (+1.1)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
456.1 cm
16.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
484 cm
31.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
150.7 cm
4.9 cm taller than the average Sedan
164.6 cm
1.8 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
175.2 cm
7.8 cm narrower than the average Sedan
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
17.9 cm
3.9 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan
16.3 cm
1.8 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
265.1 cm
13 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sedan
295.4 cm
23 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
These two cars follow different measurement methods: SAE for the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV and VDA for the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus, so instead of a direct cargo space comparison, segment averages are the best way to gauge their relative utility. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV’s 748 L capacity with seats up is way above average for its class, and the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus’s 521 L capacity is above average for its class. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV uses the SAE cargo capacity measurement method, making its maximum 1,620 L capacity way above average when compared to the average crossover. The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus uses the VDA cargo capacity measurement method, its 1,050 L capacity is way above average when compared to the average sedan.
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.
521 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.
1,050 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.
154.8 L per m
217.6 L per m (+62.8)
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.
88.4 L per m²
116.2 L per m² (+27.8)
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.
521 L
46 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
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.
89%
SAE: below class average (-11%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 5 doors, the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV offers more points of entry than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus, which typically makes loading passengers or gear into the back easier. Both 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV and 2022 Volkswagen Virtus are designed to accommodate up to 5 people. At 1.5 m wider, the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV requires a much more deliberate approach to tight corners than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.1 m
11.6 m (+1.5)
Curb weight
1,100 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.1 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,100 kg
422 kg lighter than the average Sedan
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.
109%
9% more manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus or 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV fit in a standard parking space?
2022 Volkswagen Virtus 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 49.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 46.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
49.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
46.5 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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