2022 Ford Maverick vs 2024 Ford Kuga
Which is bigger, the 2022 Ford Maverick or 2024 Ford Kuga?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
There is a large difference in length between the two models, with the 2022 Ford Maverick being 46.8 cm longer than the 2024 Ford Kuga. In terms of width, there is almost nothing between them; the 2024 Ford Kuga is a mere 3.8 cm wider than the 2022 Ford Maverick. The 2022 Ford Maverick gains 6.6 cm in height over the 2024 Ford Kuga, which often translates to more generous interior headroom. At 36.5 cm shorter, the 2024 Ford Kuga should be significantly more nimble in the city than the longer-bodied 2022 Ford Maverick.
Measurements
Length
507.2 cm (+46.8)
460.4 cm
Height
174.5 cm (+6.6)
167.9 cm
Body width
184.4 cm
188.2 cm (+3.8)
Width including mirrors
212.1 cm
217.7 cm (+5.6)
Ground clearance
N/A
16.6 cm
Wheelbase
307.6 cm (+36.5)
271.1 cm
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9.4 m² (+0.7)
8.7 m²
How each car compares with its class average
Length
507.2 cm
35.5 cm shorter than the average Pickup
460.4 cm
7.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
174.5 cm
12.3 cm shorter than the average Pickup
167.9 cm
5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover
Body width
184.4 cm
10 cm narrower than the average Pickup
188.2 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width including mirrors
212.1 cm
10.8 cm narrower than the average Pickup
217.7 cm
11.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
N/A
16.6 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
307.6 cm
23.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Pickup
271.1 cm
1.3 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9.4 m²
1.2 m² smaller footprint than the average Pickup
8.7 m²
0.3 m² larger footprint than the average Crossover
Front view


Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
A direct comparison between the 2024 Ford Kuga’s 412 L (VDA) and the 2022 Ford Maverick’s 943 L (SAE) cargo capacity isn't possible due to different measurement methods, but the 2024 Ford Kuga is average for its class. The 2022 Ford Maverick is way above average for its class. Comparing maximum cargo space is a challenge here as 2024 Ford Kuga is measured at 1,534 L (VDA) while 2022 Ford Maverick uses the SAE standard. That said, the 2024 Ford Kuga is way above average for the crossover segment.
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
412 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
1,534 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.
943 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.
943 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.
185.9 L per m (+11.1)
174.8 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.
100.8 L per m² (+7.9)
92.9 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
412 L
33 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
1,534 L
26 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
943 L
494 L less 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.
943 L
584 L less cargo volume than the average Pickup
N/A
DriveSize space efficiency
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 values compare with VDA class averages, and SAE values compare with SAE class averages. Positive percentages indicate more space efficiency and negative percentages indicate less.
-18%
SAE: Less space efficient than the average Pickup
-6%
VDA: Less space efficient than the average Crossover
Rear view


Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With more doors, the 2024 Ford Kuga is more practical for passengers to enter and exit. In terms of seating capacity, the 2024 Ford Kuga matches the 2022 Ford Maverick exactly, with each accommodating up to 5 people. You’ll find the 2024 Ford Kuga a bit easier to flip around in a narrow street thanks to its 0.8 m turning circle advantage. The 2022 Ford Maverick adds a meaningful 90 kg of mass, which can contribute to a smoother ride over bumps.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12.2 m (+0.8)
11.4 m
Curb weight
1,616 kg (+90)
1,526 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.2 m
0.9 m smaller turning circle than the average Pickup
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,616 kg
635 kg lighter than the average Pickup
1,526 kg
106 kg lighter than the average Crossover
DriveSize manoeuvrability
DriveSize manoeuvrability combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
A positive percentage means more manoeuvrable than the class average and a negative percentage means less manoeuvrable.
+8%
More manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
-2%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2022 Ford Maverick or 2024 Ford Kuga fit in a standard parking space?
2022 Ford Maverick 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 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 45 cm per side, and length clearance is 21 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
21 cm
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 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, and length clearance is 44.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
43 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
44.5 cm
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Frequently asked questions
Vehicle specifications on this page are sourced from official Ford documentation. Unless the page identifies a specific trim, body style, powertrain or market version, DriveSize uses manufacturer-published specifications for the base model as its default reference. DriveSize standardises the published measurements and calculates the comparisons and derived figures shown. Figures can vary by market, model year, trim, powertrain, wheels, tyres and measurement method. How DriveSize sources and calculates these figures.





