2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate vs 2024 Tesla Cybertruck
Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate or 2024 Tesla Cybertruck?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The figures show over 105.2 cm of separation between the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck and 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate, which is a huge difference. At 24.3 cm wider, the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck would better suit the open road, while the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate would win for turning tight corners in a direct comparison. Height heavily favours the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck, which measures 25.4 cm taller than the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate. The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck features a significantly longer wheelbase at 96.6 cm more than the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate, marking a potential leap in vehicle size.
Measurements
Length
463.1 cm
568.3 cm (+105.2)
Height
148.7 cm
174.1 cm (+25.4)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.9 cm
203.2 cm (+24.3)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
241.3 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
20.1 cm (+96.6)
Wheelbase
266.9 cm
363.5 cm (+3.3)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
463.1 cm
11.4 cm shorter than the average Estate
568.3 cm
25.6 cm longer than the average Pickup
Height
148.7 cm
1.4 cm taller than the average Estate
174.1 cm
12.7 cm shorter than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.9 cm
5.2 cm narrower than the average Estate
203.2 cm
8.8 cm wider than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
241.3 cm
18.4 cm wider than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
N/A
20.1 cm
2.7 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
Wheelbase
266.9 cm
10.8 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Estate
363.5 cm
32.5 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The SAE-rated 2024 Tesla Cybertruck and VDA-rated 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate can't be compared directly for cargo space; however, 2024 Tesla Cybertruck offers 1,697 L which is way above average for pickup. We can't declare a definitive winner on cargo space alone due to the differing VDA and SAE standards for these two vehicles, but the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck has typical space for its size class.
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.
611 L
N/A
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.
1,642 L
N/A
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
1,697 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
3,224 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
200 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.
209.9 L per m
392.6 L per m (+182.8)
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.
117.3 L per m²
193.2 L per m² (+75.9)
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.
611 L
63 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
N/A
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.
1,642 L
73 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
N/A
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
1,697 L
260 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
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
3,224 L
1,697 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
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.
113%
VDA: above class average (+13%)
157%
SAE: above class average (+57%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Passengers will appreciate the additional doors on the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate when you're parked in tight spots, as they offer more entry options than the 4-door 2024 Tesla Cybertruck. Both 2024 Tesla Cybertruck and 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate are designed to accommodate up to 5 people. You’ll definitely feel the 1.95 m turning circle difference when parking; the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate is clearly the more maneuverable of the two.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.3 m
13.3 m (+1.9)
Curb weight
N/A
3,025 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.3 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Estate
13.3 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
N/A
3,025 kg
774 kg heavier than the average Pickup
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.
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average Estate
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate or 2024 Tesla Cybertruck fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate 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 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 43 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
43 cm
2024 Tesla Cybertruck 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: exceeds the bay's length by 19 cm.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
35.5 cm
Length over bay
19 cm
Overall length. Primary constraint.
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