2021 Volkswagen ID.4 vs 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E
Which is bigger, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E would require an extra 12.9 cm of garage space length compared to the more compact 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. You’d be hard-pressed to notice the width difference between these two vehicles in a lane, as the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E is only 2.9 cm wider than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. Neither car holds a significant height advantage, with the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E measuring 1.3 cm taller than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. Both vehicles offer nearly identical ground clearance with just 1.5 cm difference, meaning they will handle speed bumps or driveway inclines the same. The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E has a 21.8 cm longer wheelbase, which often translates to extra "stretch-out" room in the back.
Measurements
Length
458.4 cm
471.3 cm (+12.9)
Height
161.2 cm
162.5 cm (+1.3)
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.2 cm
188.1 cm (+2.9)
Width (including mirrors)
210.8 cm (+1.5)
209.7 cm
Ground clearance
16 cm
14.5 cm (+21.8)
Wheelbase
276.6 cm
298.4 cm (+0.4)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
458.4 cm
5.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
471.3 cm
18.7 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
161.2 cm
1.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
162.5 cm
0.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.2 cm
0.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
188.1 cm
3.2 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
210.8 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
209.7 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
16 cm
2.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
14.5 cm
3.6 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
276.6 cm
4.2 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
298.4 cm
26 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Across both cargo volume configurations, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is more generous. It has a significant 141 L lead in the boot and a large 155 L (VDA) of additional storage with the seats folded.
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.
543 L (+141)
402 L
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.
1,575 L (+155)
1,420 L
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.
858 L (+36)
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.
1,818 L (+129)
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.
197.3 L per m (+36.4)
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.
106.5 L per m² (+21)
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.
543 L
98 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
1,575 L
67 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
858 L
119 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
1,818 L
53 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
Door count is consistent across the two models, with both the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E and 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 featuring 5 doors. You’ll find the same passenger limits in both models, as they each feature a 5-seat interior layout. The maneuverability is nearly the same, with the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 holding a slim 1.4 m turning circle advantage. With 78 kg less to pull around, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 may offer slightly sharper handling than the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.2 m
11.6 m (+1.4)
Curb weight
1,891 kg
1,969 kg (+78)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.2 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,891 kg
259 kg heavier than the average Crossover
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.
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E fit in a standard parking space?
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 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 44.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 45.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
44.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45.5 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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