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2024 Ford Kuga vs 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate

Side view of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate
Side view of the 2024 Ford Kuga

Ford Kuga

2024

Volkswagen Golf

Estate 2024

Side view of the 2024 Ford Kuga
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Side view of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate
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Select unit of measurement:

Which is bigger, the 2024 Ford Kuga or 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

Separated by only 2.7 cm, 2024 Ford Kuga and 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate show almost no variation when measured end to end. The 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate is the leaner of the two, sitting 9.3 cm narrower than the 2024 Ford Kuga for easier navigation through city traffic. The 2024 Ford Kuga utilises its extra 19.2 cm of height to maximise cabin volume, making it feel larger inside than the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate. Interior legroom will feel nearly identical, as the 2024 Ford Kuga adds only 4.2 cm to the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate’s wheelbase.

Measurements

Length

460.4 cm

463.1 cm (+2.7)

Height

167.9 cm (+19.2)

148.7 cm

Width (excluding mirrors)

188.2 cm (+9.3)

178.9 cm

Width (including mirrors)

217.7 cm

N/A

Ground clearance

16.6 cm (+4.2)

N/A

Wheelbase

271.1 cm (+0.4)

266.9 cm

How each car compares with its class average

Length

460.4 cm

7.8 cm longer than the average Crossover

463.1 cm

11.4 cm shorter than the average Estate

Height

167.9 cm

5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover

148.7 cm

1.4 cm taller than the average Estate

Width (excluding mirrors)

188.2 cm

3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover

178.9 cm

5.2 cm narrower than the average Estate

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

N/A

Wheelbase

271.1 cm

1.3 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover

266.9 cm

10.8 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Estate

Front view

Front view of the 2024 Ford Kuga
Front view of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

The 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate offers a 199 L lead in the boot and a noticeable 108 L (VDA) edge 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

611 L (+199)

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

1,642 L (+108)

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

209.9 L per m (+35.1)

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

117.3 L per m² (+24.4)

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

611 L

63 L more cargo volume than the average Estate

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

1,642 L

73 L more cargo volume than the average Estate

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%)

113%

VDA: above class average (+13%)

Rear view

Rear view of the 2024 Ford Kuga
Rear view of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

There is no difference in door count here, as both vehicles utilise a 5-door layout. Both the 2024 Ford Kuga and the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate have seating for 5, so there is no difference in passenger capacity. The vehicles have a near identical turning circle, with just a 0.08 m difference.

Measurements

Doors

5

5

Max. seats

5

5

Turning circle

11.4 m (+0.1)

11.3 m

Curb weight

1,526 kg

N/A

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

11.4 m

0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover

11.3 m

0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Estate

Curb weight

1,526 kg

106 kg lighter than the average Crossover

N/A

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

101%

1% more manoeuvrable than the average Estate

Parking

Will the 2024 Ford Kuga or 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate 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.

OK

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 Volkswagen Golf Estate 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 43 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

48 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

43 cm

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