2024 Ford Kuga vs 2023 Hyundai Palisade
Which is bigger, the 2024 Ford Kuga or 2023 Hyundai Palisade?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2023 Hyundai Palisade would require an extra 39.2 cm of garage space length compared to the more compact 2024 Ford Kuga. You might notice the 9.4 cm width difference when parking; the 2023 Hyundai Palisade leaves a little less margin for error in the bay compared to the 2024 Ford Kuga. The height stats show that the 2023 Hyundai Palisade is 7.1 cm taller, making it a slightly easier vehicle to slide into compared to the lower 2024 Ford Kuga. The 2023 Hyundai Palisade has a 3.5 cm higher clearance than the 2024 Ford Kuga, which helps clear speed bumps more easily. With a 19 cm longer wheelbase, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade steps into a more comfortable tier of ride quality than the 2024 Ford Kuga.
Measurements
Length
460.4 cm
499.6 cm (+39.2)
Height
167.9 cm
175 cm (+7.1)
Width (excluding mirrors)
188.2 cm
197.6 cm (+9.4)
Width (including mirrors)
217.7 cm
N/A (+3.5)
Ground clearance
16.6 cm
20.1 cm (+19)
Wheelbase
271.1 cm
290.1 cm (+1.2)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
460.4 cm
7.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
499.6 cm
47 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
167.9 cm
5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover
175 cm
12.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
188.2 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
197.6 cm
12.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
217.7 cm
11.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
N/A
Ground clearance
16.6 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
20.1 cm
2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
271.1 cm
1.3 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
290.1 cm
17.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
These two cars follow different measurement methods: VDA for the 2024 Ford Kuga and SAE for the 2023 Hyundai Palisade, so instead of a direct cargo space comparison, segment averages are the best way to gauge their relative utility. The 2024 Ford Kuga’s 412 L capacity with seats up is average for its class, and the 2023 Hyundai Palisade’s 510 L capacity is above average for its class. The 2024 Ford Kuga uses the VDA cargo capacity measurement method, making its maximum 1,534 L capacity way above average when compared to the average crossover. The 2023 Hyundai Palisade uses the SAE cargo capacity measurement method, its 2,447 L capacity is way above average when compared to the average crossover.
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
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.
1,534 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
510 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
2,447 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
237.8 L per m (+63)
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
120.3 L per m² (+27.5)
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
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.
1,534 L
26 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
510 L
229 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
2,447 L
576 L more 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%)
92%
SAE: below class average (-8%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Door count is consistent across the two models, with both the 2024 Ford Kuga and 2023 Hyundai Palisade featuring 5 doors. Choosing the 2023 Hyundai Palisade fundamentally changes your passenger options, adding 3 more seats over the 2024 Ford Kuga. A minor 0.42 m in turning circle separates these two, meaning they handle tight car parks almost equally. The 2023 Hyundai Palisade outweighs the 2024 Ford Kuga by 366 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
8 (+3)
Turning circle
11.4 m
11.8 m (+0.4)
Curb weight
1,526 kg
1,892 kg (+366)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
11.8 m
0.6 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,526 kg
106 kg lighter than the average Crossover
1,892 kg
260 kg heavier 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
92%
8% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Ford Kuga or 2023 Hyundai Palisade 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
2023 Hyundai Palisade 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 38.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 25 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
38.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
25 cm
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