2024 Volkswagen Golf vs 2025 Ford Maverick
Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf or 2025 Ford Maverick?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 79.3 cm longer, 2025 Ford Maverick sits well ahead of 2024 Volkswagen Golf in terms of body length. There’s a marginal 5.5 cm width difference; the 2025 Ford Maverick is effectively the same width as the 2024 Volkswagen Golf for all practical purposes. The roofline of the 2025 Ford Maverick is 25.7 cm higher than that of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf, making the contrast immediately noticeable. At 45.6 cm shorter, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf should be significantly more nimble in the city than the longer-bodied 2025 Ford Maverick.
Measurements
Length
428.2 cm
507.5 cm (+79.3)
Height
148.3 cm
174 cm (+25.7)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.9 cm
184.4 cm (+5.5)
Width (including mirrors)
207.3 cm
212.1 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
21.1 cm (+45.6)
Wheelbase
262 cm
307.6 cm (+1.7)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
428.2 cm
13 cm longer than the average Hatchback
507.5 cm
35.2 cm shorter than the average Pickup
Height
148.3 cm
0.4 cm taller than the average Hatchback
174 cm
12.8 cm shorter than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.9 cm
2.4 cm wider than the average Hatchback
184.4 cm
10 cm narrower than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
207.3 cm
7.8 cm wider than the average Hatchback
212.1 cm
10.8 cm narrower than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
N/A
21.1 cm
1.7 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
Wheelbase
262 cm
2.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
307.6 cm
23.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Pickup
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The SAE-rated 2025 Ford Maverick and VDA-rated 2024 Volkswagen Golf can't be compared directly for cargo space; however, 2025 Ford Maverick offers 943 L which is way above average for pickup. The 2025 Ford Maverick is the only model in this pair with confirmed cargo stats, with a 943 L (SAE) capacity with the seats down that is typical for its class.
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.
381 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
943 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
943 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.
N/A
185.8 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.
N/A
100.8 L per m²
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.
381 L
38 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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
943 L
494 L less cargo volume than the average Pickup
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
943 L
584 L less cargo volume than the average Pickup
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.
82%
SAE: below class average (-18%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 1 more door(s) than the 2025 Ford Maverick, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. You’ll find the same passenger limits in both models, as they each feature a 5-seat interior layout. You’ll appreciate the 1.1 m tighter turning circle of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf when navigating cramped multi-storey car parks. At 370 kg lighter, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf is likely the more fun and engaging car to drive out of the two.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.1 m
12.2 m (+1.1)
Curb weight
1,307 kg
1,677 kg (+370)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.1 m
0.7 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
12.2 m
0.9 m smaller turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
1,307 kg
54 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
1,677 kg
574 kg lighter than the average Pickup
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.
94%
6% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
108%
8% more manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2024 Volkswagen Golf or 2025 Ford Maverick fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Volkswagen Golf 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 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 60.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
60.5 cm
2025 Ford Maverick 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 21 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
21 cm
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