2023 Volkswagen ID.3 vs 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe
Which is bigger, the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 or 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
There is a clear gap in length here, with 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe measuring 56.6 cm longer than 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is significantly wider, which may offer more shoulder room inside but could make tight parking garages more challenging. Standing over 21.6 cm higher, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe offers a more elevated seating position and a more commanding view of the road compared to the lower 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe features a 4.5 cm longer wheelbase, a marginal difference that won't significantly change the turning circle.
Measurements
Length
426.4 cm
483 cm (+56.6)
Height
156.4 cm
178 cm (+21.6)
Width (excluding mirrors)
180.9 cm
190 cm (+9.1)
Width (including mirrors)
207 cm
N/A
Ground clearance
N/A
17.7 cm (+4.5)
Wheelbase
277 cm
281.5 cm (+1.5)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
426.4 cm
11.2 cm longer than the average Hatchback
483 cm
30.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
156.4 cm
8.5 cm taller than the average Hatchback
178 cm
15.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
180.9 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Hatchback
190 cm
5.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
207 cm
7.5 cm wider than the average Hatchback
N/A
Ground clearance
N/A
17.7 cm
0.4 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
277 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
281.5 cm
9.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe takes the lead in both seating states, providing an extra 243 L for your luggage with the seats up and a small 682 L (VDA) more with them down.
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
628 L (+243)
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
1,949 L (+682)
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
413 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
2,254 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
225.7 L per m (+63.1)
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
118.8 L per m² (+28.9)
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
628 L
183 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.
1,267 L
149 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
1,949 L
441 L more 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
413 L
326 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
2,254 L
383 L more 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%)
120%
VDA: above class average (+20%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 come with a 5-door setup, providing identical passenger access. Choosing the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe fundamentally changes your passenger options, adding 2 more seats over the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. In urban environments, the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3's 1.3 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
7 (+2)
Turning circle
10.3 m
11.6 m (+1.3)
Curb weight
N/A
1,900 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
1,900 kg
268 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
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 or 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe 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
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 42.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 33.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
42.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
33.5 cm
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