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2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 vs 2021 Volkswagen Polo

Side view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2
Side view of the 2021 Volkswagen Polo

Ford F‑150

SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 2024

Volkswagen Polo

2021

Side view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2
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Which is bigger, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 or 2021 Volkswagen Polo?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 is over 181.9 cm longer than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo, which is an enormous difference in length. You’ll feel the difference in every turn; the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 is 27.8 cm wider, demanding more space in every environment than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo. The roofline of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 is 46.2 cm higher than that of the 2021 Volkswagen Polo, making the contrast immediately noticeable. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 is in a league of its own, with a wheelbase that is 114.1 cm longer than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo.

Measurements

Length

589.3 cm (+181.9)

407.4 cm

Height

191.3 cm (+46.2)

145.1 cm

Width (excluding mirrors)

202.9 cm (+27.8)

175.1 cm

Width (including mirrors)

243.1 cm

N/A

Ground clearance

20.8 cm (+114.1)

N/A

Wheelbase

369.3 cm (+4.8)

255.2 cm

How each car compares with its class average

Length

589.3 cm

46.6 cm longer than the average Pickup

407.4 cm

7.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback

Height

191.3 cm

4.5 cm taller than the average Pickup

145.1 cm

2.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback

Width (excluding mirrors)

202.9 cm

8.5 cm wider than the average Pickup

175.1 cm

1.4 cm narrower than the average Hatchback

Width (including mirrors)

243.1 cm

20.2 cm wider than the average Pickup

N/A

Ground clearance

20.8 cm

2 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup

N/A

Wheelbase

369.3 cm

38.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup

255.2 cm

3.9 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Hatchback

Front view

Front view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2
Front view of the 2021 Volkswagen Polo

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

The SAE-rated 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 and VDA-rated 2021 Volkswagen Polo can't be compared directly for cargo space; however, 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 offers 1,764 L which is way above average for pickup. We can't declare a definitive winner on cargo space alone due to the differing VDA and SAE standards for these two vehicles, but the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 has typical space for its size 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.

N/A

351 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

1,125 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.

1,764 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.

1,764 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.

299.3 L per m (+146.7)

152.7 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.

147.5 L per m² (+60.4)

87.2 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.

N/A

351 L

8 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback

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

1,125 L

7 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback

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.

1,764 L

327 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup

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.

1,764 L

237 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup

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.

120%

SAE: above class average (+20%)

105%

VDA: above class average (+5%)

Rear view

Rear view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2
Rear view of the 2021 Volkswagen Polo

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

Choosing the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 means managing with 1 fewer door(s), but this usually means a cleaner looking side profile than the 5-door 2021 Volkswagen Polo. Thanks to its extra seat, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 is able to carry one additional passenger over the 2021 Volkswagen Polo. If you drive both cars, you'll feel the extreme 4 m turning circle difference every time you try to park the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 in a standard bay. There's a monumental difference in mass; the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 is a staggering 1,048 kg heavier than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo.

Measurements

Doors

4

5 (+1)

Max. seats

6 (+1)

5

Turning circle

14.6 m (+4)

10.6 m

Curb weight

2,105 kg (+1,048)

1,057 kg

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

14.6 m

1.5 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup

10.6 m

0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback

Curb weight

2,105 kg

146 kg lighter than the average Pickup

1,057 kg

196 kg lighter than the average Hatchback

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.

88%

12% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup

100%

0% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback

Parking

Will the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 or 2021 Volkswagen Polo fit in a standard parking space?

2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x2 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.

Too large

For an average USA / Canada space: exceeds the bay's length by 40 cm.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

36 cm

Length over bay

40 cm

Overall length. Primary constraint.

2021 Volkswagen Polo 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.

OK

For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 49.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 71 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

49.5 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

71 cm

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