2024 Ford Kuga vs 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric
Which is bigger, the 2024 Ford Kuga or 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2024 Ford Kuga measures an extra 24.8 cm in length, providing a slightly more substantial footprint on the road than the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric. The 2024 Ford Kuga measures just 5.6 cm wider than the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, an incremental difference that shouldn't influence your buying decision, unless it just tips if it fits in your garage! The 2024 Ford Kuga sits 10.4 cm higher than the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, which usually results in a slightly more elevated view of the road. Both cars are tuned for a similar ride height, despite the 2024 Ford Kuga’s 1.6 cm ground clearance advantage. Any difference in rear legroom will be practically unnoticeable, as the wheelbase is only 5.2 cm longer in the 2024 Ford Kuga.
Measurements
Length
460.4 cm (+24.8)
435.6 cm
Height
167.9 cm (+10.4)
157.5 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
188.2 cm (+5.6)
182.6 cm
Width (including mirrors)
217.7 cm (+1.6)
210 cm
Ground clearance
16.6 cm (+5.2)
15 cm
Wheelbase
271.1 cm (+0.7)
265.9 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
460.4 cm
7.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
435.6 cm
17 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
167.9 cm
5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover
157.5 cm
5.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
188.2 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
182.6 cm
2.3 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
217.7 cm
11.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
210 cm
3.6 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
16.6 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
15 cm
3.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
271.1 cm
1.3 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
265.9 cm
6.5 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
This is a significant split in design; the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric offers a massive 54 L advantage for your luggage, yet the 2024 Ford Kuga counters with a huge 234 L lead for total hauling with the seats down.
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
466 L (+54)
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 (+234)
1,300 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
722 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
1,804 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
27 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 (+0.8)
174 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
95.3 L per m² (+2.4)
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.
412 L
33 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
466 L
21 L more 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
1,300 L
208 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
722 L
17 L less 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
1,804 L
67 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
94%
VDA: below class average (-6%)
96%
VDA: below class average (-4%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both vehicles offer the same entry arrangement, with the 2024 Ford Kuga and 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric each built in a 5-door format. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 5-seats. In urban environments, the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric's 0.78 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience. The 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric is 94 kg heavier, which may give it a slightly more planted feel on the motorway compared to the 2024 Ford Kuga.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.4 m (+0.8)
10.6 m
Curb weight
1,526 kg
1,620 kg (+94)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,526 kg
106 kg lighter than the average Crossover
1,620 kg
12 kg lighter than the average Crossover
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.
98%
2% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
106%
6% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Ford Kuga or 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric 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 excluding mirrors 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 (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 44.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
43 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
44.5 cm
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric 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.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 46 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 57 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
46 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
57 cm
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