2024 Ford Kuga vs 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E
Which is bigger, the 2024 Ford Kuga or 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measuring 10.9 cm more from front to rear bumper, the 2024 Ford Kuga provides that extra bit of "stretch" over the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E. You’d be hard-pressed to notice the width difference between these two vehicles in a lane, as the 2024 Ford Kuga is only 0.1 cm wider than the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E. A 5.4 cm difference in height ensures the 2024 Ford Kuga is the more visible of the two in a busy car park compared to the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E. The 2.1 cm increase in ground clearance from the 2024 Ford Kuga is just enough to make a positive difference on a gravel driveway vs the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E. With an extra 27.3 cm between the wheels, the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E should offer a noticeably smoother ride than the 2024 Ford Kuga.
Measurements
Length
460.4 cm
471.3 cm (+10.9)
Height
167.9 cm (+5.4)
162.5 cm
Body width
188.2 cm (+0.1)
188.1 cm
Width including mirrors
217.7 cm (+8)
209.7 cm
Ground clearance
16.6 cm (+2.1)
14.5 cm
Wheelbase
271.1 cm
298.4 cm (+27.3)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
8.7 m²
8.9 m² (+0.2)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
460.4 cm
7.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
471.3 cm
18.7 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
167.9 cm
5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover
162.5 cm
0.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Body width
188.2 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
188.1 cm
3.2 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width including mirrors
217.7 cm
11.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
209.7 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
16.6 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
14.5 cm
3.6 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
271.1 cm
1.3 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
298.4 cm
26 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
8.7 m²
0.3 m² larger footprint than the average Crossover
8.9 m²
0.5 m² larger footprint than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Whether seats are up or down, the 2024 Ford Kuga wins, offering a marginal 10 L and a noticeable 114 L (VDA) lead.
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 (+10)
402 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.
1,534 L (+114)
1,420 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.
N/A
822 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
1,689 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
81 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 (+13.9)
160.9 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.
92.9 L per m² (+7.4)
85.5 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.
412 L
33 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
402 L
43 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.
1,534 L
26 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
1,420 L
88 L less 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.
N/A
822 L
83 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
1,689 L
182 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
-6%
VDA: Less space efficient than the average Crossover
-13%
VDA: Less space efficient than the average Crossover
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2024 Ford Kuga and 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E come with a 5-door setup, providing identical passenger access. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 5-seats. The vehicles have a near identical turning circle, with just a 0.2 m difference. The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E outweighs the 2024 Ford Kuga by 443 kg, and that extra mass may contribute to a more solid feel on the road while increasing fuel use and reducing responsiveness in comparison.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.4 m
11.6 m (+0.2)
Curb weight
1,526 kg
1,969 kg (+443)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,526 kg
106 kg lighter than the average Crossover
1,969 kg
337 kg heavier 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.
-2%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
-4%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Ford Kuga or 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E 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 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
2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E 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 39 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
43 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
39 cm
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Frequently asked questions
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