2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E vs 2024 Volkswagen Passat
Which is bigger, the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E or 2024 Volkswagen Passat?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2024 Volkswagen Passat is an additional 20.4 cm longer than the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E, giving it a more elongated and sleek profile. When it comes to tight city streets, both the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E and 2024 Volkswagen Passat will feel near identical, as the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E is only 3.2 cm wider. The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E is designed for easy entry and a more upright seating position when compared to the lower height 2024 Volkswagen Passat. The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E offers 14.3 cm more between the tires thanks to its wheelbase advantage, which is usually a sign of a more spacious cabin.
Measurements
Length
471.3 cm
491.7 cm (+20.4)
Height
162.5 cm (+12.8)
149.7 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
188.1 cm (+3.2)
184.9 cm
Width (including mirrors)
209.7 cm
N/A
Ground clearance
14.5 cm (+14.3)
N/A
Wheelbase
298.4 cm
284.1 cm (+0.2)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
471.3 cm
18.7 cm longer than the average Crossover
491.7 cm
17.2 cm longer than the average Estate
Height
162.5 cm
0.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
149.7 cm
2.4 cm taller than the average Estate
Width (excluding mirrors)
188.1 cm
3.2 cm wider than the average Crossover
184.9 cm
0.8 cm wider than the average Estate
Width (including mirrors)
209.7 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
N/A
Ground clearance
14.5 cm
3.6 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
N/A
Wheelbase
298.4 cm
26 cm longer 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
It’s a cargo capacity win for the 2024 Volkswagen Passat, which provides a massive 288 L more space with its seats up and a gigantic 500 L (VDA) more when the seats are folded, so compared to the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E 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.
402 L
690 L (+288)
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.
1,420 L
1,920 L (+500)
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.
822 L
N/A
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.
1,689 L
N/A
Frunk capacity
81 L
N/A
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.
160.9 L per m
227.9 L per m (+67)
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.
85.5 L per m²
123.2 L per m² (+37.7)
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.
402 L
43 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.
1,420 L
88 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
1,920 L
351 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
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.
822 L
83 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
1,689 L
182 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
87%
VDA: below class average (-13%)
119%
VDA: above class average (+19%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E 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. The vehicles have a near identical turning circle, with just a 0.4 m difference. The 391 kg weight gap will have a major impact on fuel consumption and overall driving dynamics.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.6 m
12 m (+0.4)
Curb weight
1,969 kg (+391)
1,578 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
12 m
0.8 m larger turning circle than the average Estate
Curb weight
1,969 kg
337 kg heavier 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.
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
94%
6% less manoeuvrable than the average Estate
Parking
Will the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E or 2024 Volkswagen Passat fit in a standard parking space?
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
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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