2023 Volkswagen ID.3 vs 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E
Which is bigger, the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 or 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The figures show the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E is 44.9 cm longer in comparison to the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3, which is a significant difference. There is a moderate step up in width; the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E extends 7.2 cm further than the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E offers an extra 6.1 cm of height, providing a bit more clearance and a more upright cabin feel than the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. The 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 21.4 cm shorter between the axles than the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E.
Measurements
Length
426.4 cm
471.3 cm (+44.9)
Height
156.4 cm
162.5 cm (+6.1)
Width (excluding mirrors)
180.9 cm
188.1 cm (+7.2)
Width (including mirrors)
207 cm
209.7 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
14.5 cm (+21.4)
Wheelbase
277 cm
298.4 cm (+1.2)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
426.4 cm
11.2 cm longer than the average Hatchback
471.3 cm
18.7 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
156.4 cm
8.5 cm taller than the average Hatchback
162.5 cm
0.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
180.9 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Hatchback
188.1 cm
3.2 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
207 cm
7.5 cm wider than the average Hatchback
209.7 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
N/A
14.5 cm
3.6 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
277 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
298.4 cm
26 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
It’s a cargo capacity win for the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E, which provides a marginal 17 L more space with its seats up and a large 153 L (VDA) more when the seats are folded, so compared to the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 it's better for both day-to-day errands and larger loads.
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.
385 L
402 L (+17)
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.
1,267 L
1,420 L (+153)
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
822 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
1,689 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
81 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.
162.7 L per m (+1.8)
160.9 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.
89.9 L per m² (+4.4)
85.5 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.
385 L
42 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
402 L
43 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.
1,267 L
149 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
1,420 L
88 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
822 L
83 L more 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
1,689 L
182 L less 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.
108%
VDA: above class average (+8%)
87%
VDA: below class average (-13%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E and 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 come with a 5-door setup, providing identical passenger access. Whether you'd choose the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E or the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3, you’ll have space for up to 5 occupants. You’ll find the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 a bit easier to flip around in a narrow street thanks to its 1.3 m turning circle advantage.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.3 m
11.6 m (+1.3)
Curb weight
N/A
1,969 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.3 m
0.1 m smaller turning circle than the average Hatchback
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
N/A
1,969 kg
337 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.
99%
1% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 or 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Volkswagen ID.3 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 47 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 61.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
47 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
61.5 cm
2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E 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 39 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
43 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
39 cm
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