2021 Volkswagen Polo vs 2024 Ford Kuga
Which is bigger, the 2021 Volkswagen Polo or 2024 Ford Kuga?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 53 cm length difference creates a clear divide in front-to-rear dimensions. The 2021 Volkswagen Polo is the leaner of the two, sitting 13.1 cm narrower than the 2024 Ford Kuga for easier navigation through city traffic. The height difference is quite significant, with the 2024 Ford Kuga standing a substantial 22.8 cm taller than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo. With a 15.9 cm longer wheelbase, the 2024 Ford Kuga steps into a more comfortable tier of ride quality than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo.
Measurements
Length
407.4 cm
460.4 cm (+53)
Height
145.1 cm
167.9 cm (+22.8)
Width (excluding mirrors)
175.1 cm
188.2 cm (+13.1)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
217.7 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
16.6 cm (+15.9)
Wheelbase
255.2 cm
271.1 cm (+1.5)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
407.4 cm
7.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
460.4 cm
7.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
145.1 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
167.9 cm
5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
175.1 cm
1.4 cm narrower than the average Hatchback
188.2 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
217.7 cm
11.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
N/A
16.6 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
255.2 cm
3.9 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Hatchback
271.1 cm
1.3 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2024 Ford Kuga claims a double cargo victory, with a moderate 61 L lead in the boot and a large 409 L (VDA) advantage 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.
351 L
412 L (+61)
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.
1,125 L
1,534 L (+409)
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.
152.7 L per m
174.8 L per m (+22.1)
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.
87.2 L per m²
92.9 L per m² (+5.7)
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.
351 L
8 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
412 L
33 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.
1,125 L
7 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
1,534 L
26 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.
105%
VDA: above class average (+5%)
94%
VDA: below class average (-6%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Door count is consistent across the two models, with both the 2024 Ford Kuga and 2021 Volkswagen Polo featuring 5 doors. You’ll find the same passenger limits in both models, as they each feature a 5-seat interior layout. The 2021 Volkswagen Polo is noticeably more agile in tight spots, boasting a turning circle 0.78 m tighter than the 2024 Ford Kuga. This 469 kg weight gap is massive, fundamentally changing everything from braking to suspension wear.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.6 m
11.4 m (+0.8)
Curb weight
1,057 kg
1,526 kg (+469)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.6 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,057 kg
196 kg lighter than the average Hatchback
1,526 kg
106 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.
100%
0% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
98%
2% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2021 Volkswagen Polo or 2024 Ford Kuga fit in a standard parking space?
2021 Volkswagen Polo 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 49.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 71 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
49.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
71 cm
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
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