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2024 Volkswagen Golf vs 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 6.5ft bed 4x4

Side view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 6.5ft bed 4x4
Side view of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf

Volkswagen Golf

2024

Ford F‑150

SuperCrew 6.5ft bed 4x4 2024

Side view of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf
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Side view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 6.5ft bed 4x4
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Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf or 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 6.5ft bed 4x4?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

With 191.3 cm between them, these two vehicles sit at opposite ends of the length scale. You’ll feel the difference in every turn; the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 6.5ft bed 4x4 is 24 cm wider, demanding more space in every environment than the 2024 Volkswagen Golf. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 6.5ft bed 4x4 is an incredible 48.6 cm taller, which fundamentally alters the ease of access and the total volume of the interior relative to the 2024 Volkswagen Golf. Side-by-side, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 6.5ft bed 4x4’s wheelbase looks incredibly long next to the 2024 Volkswagen Golf, with 137.3 cm between them.

Measurements

Length

428.2 cm

619.5 cm (+191.3)

Height

148.3 cm

196.9 cm (+48.6)

Width (excluding mirrors)

178.9 cm

202.9 cm (+24)

Width (including mirrors)

207.3 cm

243.1 cm

Ground clearance

N/A

24.6 cm (+137.3)

Wheelbase

262 cm

399.3 cm (+4.9)

How each car compares with its class average

Length

428.2 cm

13 cm longer than the average Hatchback

619.5 cm

76.8 cm longer than the average Pickup

Height

148.3 cm

0.4 cm taller than the average Hatchback

196.9 cm

10.1 cm taller than the average Pickup

Width (excluding mirrors)

178.9 cm

2.4 cm wider than the average Hatchback

202.9 cm

8.5 cm wider than the average Pickup

Width (including mirrors)

207.3 cm

7.8 cm wider than the average Hatchback

243.1 cm

20.2 cm wider than the average Pickup

Ground clearance

N/A

24.6 cm

1.8 cm more ground clearance than the average Pickup

Wheelbase

262 cm

2.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback

399.3 cm

68.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup

Front view

Front view of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf
Front view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 6.5ft bed 4x4

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 6.5ft bed 4x4 offers 1,764 L using the SAE method, which is way above average for its segment. 2024 Volkswagen Golf's 381 L uses the different VDA standard, and is average for its segment. The 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 6.5ft bed 4x4 is the only model in this pair with confirmed cargo stats, with a 1,764 L (SAE) capacity with the seats down that is typical 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.

381 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.

N/A

284.7 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.

N/A

140.3 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.

381 L

38 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.

114%

SAE: above class average (+14%)

Rear view

Rear view of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf
Rear view of the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 6.5ft bed 4x4

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

With 5 doors, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf offers more points of entry than the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 6.5ft bed 4x4, which typically makes loading passengers or gear into the back easier. Thanks to its extra seat, the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 6.5ft bed 4x4 is able to carry one additional passenger over the 2024 Volkswagen Golf. The 2024 Volkswagen Golf is in a different league of agility, requiring a massive 4.5 m less space to turn than the 2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 6.5ft bed 4x4. This 1,016 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

11.1 m

15.6 m (+4.5)

Curb weight

1,307 kg

2,323 kg (+1,016)

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

11.1 m

0.7 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback

15.6 m

2.5 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup

Curb weight

1,307 kg

54 kg heavier than the average Hatchback

2,323 kg

72 kg heavier 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.

94%

6% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback

83%

17% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup

Parking

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

2024 Volkswagen Golf 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 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 60.5 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

48 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

60.5 cm

2024 Ford F‑150 SuperCrew 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 70 cm.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

36 cm

Length over bay

70 cm

Overall length. Primary constraint.

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