2024 Ford Kuga vs 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV
Which is bigger, the 2024 Ford Kuga or 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The figures show over 131.6 cm of separation between the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV and 2024 Ford Kuga, which is a huge difference. At 19 cm wider, the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV would better suit the open road, while the 2024 Ford Kuga would win for turning tight corners in a direct comparison. Height heavily favours the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV, which measures 30.3 cm taller than the 2024 Ford Kuga. With a 98.9 cm shorter wheelbase the 2024 Ford Kuga is a master of tight spaces in comparison to the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV which would win as a master of the open road.
Measurements
Length
460.4 cm
592 cm (+131.6)
Height
167.9 cm
198.2 cm (+30.3)
Width (excluding mirrors)
188.2 cm
207.2 cm (+19)
Width (including mirrors)
217.7 cm
238.5 cm
Ground clearance
16.6 cm
N/A (+98.9)
Wheelbase
271.1 cm
370 cm (+3.6)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
460.4 cm
7.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
592 cm
49.3 cm longer than the average Pickup
Height
167.9 cm
5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover
198.2 cm
11.4 cm taller than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
188.2 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
207.2 cm
12.8 cm wider than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
217.7 cm
11.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
238.5 cm
15.6 cm wider than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
16.6 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
N/A
Wheelbase
271.1 cm
1.3 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
370 cm
39 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
A direct comparison between the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV’s 1,634 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 Silverado EV is way above average for its class. The 2024 Ford Kuga is average for its class. Within its own segment, the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV seats-down capacity is typical for the pickup sector, while the 2024 Ford Kuga provides 1,534 L measured by VDA.
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.
412 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.
1,534 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
1,634 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
1,634 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
303 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.
174.8 L per m
276 L per m (+101.2)
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.
92.9 L per m²
133.2 L per m² (+40.3)
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.
412 L
33 L less 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.
1,534 L
26 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.
N/A
1,634 L
197 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
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
1,634 L
107 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
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.
94%
VDA: below class average (-6%)
108%
SAE: above class average (+8%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 4-door 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV means slightly less convenience for rear-seat access compared to the 2024 Ford Kuga. In terms of passenger capacity, there is no difference here, with both vehicles providing a maximum of 5 seats.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.4 m
N/A
Curb weight
1,526 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
N/A
Curb weight
1,526 kg
106 kg lighter 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.
98%
2% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Ford Kuga or 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV fit in a standard parking space?
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
2024 Chevrolet Silverado 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: exceeds the bay's length by 42 cm.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
33.5 cm
Length over bay
42 cm
Overall length. Primary constraint.
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