2024 Ford Kuga vs 2024 Volkswagen Passat
Which is bigger, the 2024 Ford Kuga or 2024 Volkswagen Passat?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
While not a massive leap, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat is 31.3 cm longer than the 2024 Ford Kuga. The width difference of 3.3 cm is negligible between the 2024 Ford Kuga and 2024 Volkswagen Passat, meaning both will feel similar when navigating narrow city lanes. The 2024 Ford Kuga towers in height over the 2024 Volkswagen Passat by 18.2 cm, providing a much more commanding view of any traffic ahead. With an extra 13 cm between the wheels, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat should offer a noticeably smoother ride than the 2024 Ford Kuga.
Measurements
Length
460.4 cm
491.7 cm (+31.3)
Height
167.9 cm (+18.2)
149.7 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
188.2 cm (+3.3)
184.9 cm
Width (including mirrors)
217.7 cm
N/A
Ground clearance
16.6 cm
N/A (+13)
Wheelbase
271.1 cm
284.1 cm (+0.4)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
460.4 cm
7.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
491.7 cm
17.2 cm longer than the average Estate
Height
167.9 cm
5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover
149.7 cm
2.4 cm taller than the average Estate
Width (excluding mirrors)
188.2 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
184.9 cm
0.8 cm wider 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
284.1 cm
6.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Estate
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2024 Volkswagen Passat takes the lead in both seating states, providing an extra 278 L for your luggage with the seats up and a small 386 L (VDA) more with them 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
690 L (+278)
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
1,920 L (+386)
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
227.9 L per m (+53.1)
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
123.2 L per m² (+30.4)
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
690 L
142 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
1,920 L
351 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%)
119%
VDA: above class average (+19%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2024 Ford Kuga and 2024 Volkswagen Passat feature a 5-door configuration, offering the same level of accessibility for passengers. There is no advantage for either model when it comes to passenger numbers, since both offer a 5-seat configuration. In urban environments, the 2024 Ford Kuga's 0.62 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience. The 2024 Ford Kuga should feel a bit more responsive when braking, as it's 52 kg lighter than the 2024 Volkswagen Passat.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.4 m
12 m (+0.6)
Curb weight
1,526 kg
1,578 kg (+52)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
12 m
0.8 m larger turning circle than the average Estate
Curb weight
1,526 kg
106 kg lighter than the average Crossover
1,578 kg
17 kg lighter than the average Estate
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
94%
6% less manoeuvrable than the average Estate
Parking
Will the 2024 Ford Kuga or 2024 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 45 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 29 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
29 cm
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