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2021 Volkswagen Polo vs 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4

Side view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4
Side view of the 2021 Volkswagen Polo

Volkswagen Polo

2021

Ford F‑150

SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 2024

Side view of the 2021 Volkswagen Polo
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Side view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4
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Select unit of measurement:

Which is bigger, the 2021 Volkswagen Polo or 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

The figures show over 181.9 cm of separation between the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 and 2021 Volkswagen Polo, which is a huge difference. If you have a narrow garage, take note as the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 is 27.8 cm wider than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo, which could make for a tighter squeeze. The roofline of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 is 50.7 cm higher than that of the 2021 Volkswagen Polo, making the contrast immediately noticeable. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 is in a league of its own, with a wheelbase that is 114.1 cm longer than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo.

Measurements

Length

407.4 cm

589.3 cm (+181.9)

Height

145.1 cm

195.8 cm (+50.7)

Width (excluding mirrors)

175.1 cm

202.9 cm (+27.8)

Width (including mirrors)

N/A

243.1 cm

Ground clearance

N/A

24.9 cm (+114.1)

Wheelbase

255.2 cm

369.3 cm (+4.8)

How each car compares with its class average

Length

407.4 cm

7.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback

589.3 cm

46.6 cm longer than the average Pickup

Height

145.1 cm

2.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback

195.8 cm

9 cm taller than the average Pickup

Width (excluding mirrors)

175.1 cm

1.4 cm narrower than the average Hatchback

202.9 cm

8.5 cm wider than the average Pickup

Width (including mirrors)

N/A

243.1 cm

20.2 cm wider than the average Pickup

Ground clearance

N/A

24.9 cm

2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average Pickup

Wheelbase

255.2 cm

3.9 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Hatchback

369.3 cm

38.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup

Front view

Front view of the 2021 Volkswagen Polo
Front view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

Because 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 (SAE) and 2021 Volkswagen Polo (VDA) use different measurement logic for their seats up cargo space, the numbers are difficult to compare. For context, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 offers 1,764L, which is way above average for pickups. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 uses the SAE cargo capacity measurement method, making its maximum 1,764 L capacity typical when compared to the average pickup. The 2021 Volkswagen Polo uses the VDA cargo capacity measurement method, its 1,125 L capacity is way above average when compared to the average hatchback.

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.

351 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.

1,125 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

1,764 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

1,764 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.

152.7 L per m

299.3 L per m (+146.7)

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.

87.2 L per m²

147.5 L per m² (+60.4)

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.

351 L

8 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback

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.

1,125 L

7 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback

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

1,764 L

327 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

1,764 L

237 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.

105%

VDA: above class average (+5%)

120%

SAE: above class average (+20%)

Rear view

Rear view of the 2021 Volkswagen Polo
Rear view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

With 1 more door(s) than the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4, the 2021 Volkswagen Polo should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. Thanks to its extra seat, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 is able to carry one additional passenger over the 2021 Volkswagen Polo. The 2021 Volkswagen Polo is in a different league of agility, requiring a massive 4 m less space to turn than the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4. This 1,163 kg weight gap is massive, fundamentally changing everything from braking to suspension wear.

Measurements

Doors

5 (+1)

4

Max. seats

5

6 (+1)

Turning circle

10.6 m

14.6 m (+4)

Curb weight

1,057 kg

2,220 kg (+1,163)

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

10.6 m

0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback

14.6 m

1.5 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup

Curb weight

1,057 kg

196 kg lighter than the average Hatchback

2,220 kg

31 kg lighter than the average Pickup

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.

100%

0% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback

88%

12% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup

Parking

Will the 2021 Volkswagen Polo or 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 fit in a standard parking space?

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

2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCab 6.5ft bed 4x4 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.

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