2021 Volkswagen Polo vs 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric
Which is bigger, the 2021 Volkswagen Polo or 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric sits 28.2 cm longer than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo, representing a noticeable step up in total length. You might notice the 7.5 cm width difference when parking; the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric leaves a little less margin for error in the bay compared to the 2021 Volkswagen Polo. The 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric utilises its extra 12.4 cm of height to maximise cabin volume, making it feel larger inside than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo. The 2021 Volkswagen Polo will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 10.7 cm shorter between the axles than the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric.
Measurements
Length
407.4 cm
435.6 cm (+28.2)
Height
145.1 cm
157.5 cm (+12.4)
Width (excluding mirrors)
175.1 cm
182.6 cm (+7.5)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
210 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
15 cm (+10.7)
Wheelbase
255.2 cm
265.9 cm (+0.8)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
407.4 cm
7.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
435.6 cm
17 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
145.1 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
157.5 cm
5.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
175.1 cm
1.4 cm narrower than the average Hatchback
182.6 cm
2.3 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
210 cm
3.6 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
N/A
15 cm
3.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
255.2 cm
3.9 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Hatchback
265.9 cm
6.5 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Across both cargo volume configurations, the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric is more generous. It has a significant 115 L lead in the boot and a large 175 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.
351 L
466 L (+115)
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
1,300 L (+175)
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
722 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
1,804 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
27 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.
152.7 L per m
174 L per m (+21.3)
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
95.3 L per m² (+8.1)
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
466 L
21 L more 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
1,300 L
208 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
722 L
17 L less 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
1,804 L
67 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.
105%
VDA: above class average (+5%)
96%
VDA: below class average (-4%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Neither vehicle differs on door layout, as the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric and 2021 Volkswagen Polo both feature a 5-door design. You get the same number of seats in both models, as the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric and the 2021 Volkswagen Polo are each configured for 5 passengers. You won't find an agility advantage in either of these models, as both have a turning circle 10.6 m. If efficiency and agility are your goals, the 2021 Volkswagen Polo’s 563 kg less weight is an extreme advantage.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.6 m
10.6 m
Curb weight
1,057 kg
1,620 kg (+563)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.6 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,057 kg
196 kg lighter than the average Hatchback
1,620 kg
12 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
106%
6% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2021 Volkswagen Polo or 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric 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 Hyundai Kona Electric 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 46 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 57 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
46 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
57 cm
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