2024 Volkswagen Passat vs 2024 Tesla Cybertruck
Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat or 2024 Tesla Cybertruck?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
There is a clear gap in length here, with 2024 Tesla Cybertruck measuring 76.6 cm longer than 2024 Volkswagen Passat. Navigation requires more care in the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck, as it stretches an extra 18.3 cm across the lane compared to the slender by comparison 2024 Volkswagen Passat. Standing over 24.4 cm higher, the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck offers a more elevated seating position and a more commanding view of the road compared to the lower 2024 Volkswagen Passat. The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck and 2024 Volkswagen Passat exist at opposite ends of the spectrum, separated by a huge 79.4 cm wheelbase gap.
Measurements
Length
491.7 cm
568.3 cm (+76.6)
Height
149.7 cm
174.1 cm (+24.4)
Width (excluding mirrors)
184.9 cm
203.2 cm (+18.3)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
241.3 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
20.1 cm (+79.4)
Wheelbase
284.1 cm
363.5 cm (+2.5)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
491.7 cm
17.2 cm longer than the average Estate
568.3 cm
25.6 cm longer than the average Pickup
Height
149.7 cm
2.4 cm taller than the average Estate
174.1 cm
12.7 cm shorter than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
184.9 cm
0.8 cm wider 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
284.1 cm
6.4 cm longer 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 2024 Tesla Cybertruck has 1,697 L (SAE) of cargo space with the seats up, a figure that is way above average for its segment, while the 2024 Volkswagen Passat has 690 L under the VDA system. Within its own segment, the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck seats-down capacity is typical for the pickup sector, while the 2024 Volkswagen Passat provides 1,920 L measured by VDA.
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.
690 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.
1,920 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.
227.9 L per m
392.6 L per m (+164.7)
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.
123.2 L per m²
193.2 L per m² (+70)
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.
690 L
142 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.
1,920 L
351 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.
119%
VDA: above class average (+19%)
157%
SAE: above class average (+57%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 4-door 2024 Tesla Cybertruck means slightly less convenience for rear-seat access compared to the 2024 Volkswagen Passat. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 5-seats. You’ll find the 2024 Volkswagen Passat a bit easier to flip around in a narrow street thanks to its 1.25 m turning circle advantage. From an agility perspective, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat wins by a landslide, weighing 1,447 kg less than the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12 m
13.3 m (+1.3)
Curb weight
1,578 kg
3,025 kg (+1,447)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12 m
0.8 m larger turning circle than the average Estate
13.3 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
1,578 kg
17 kg lighter than the average Estate
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.
94%
6% less manoeuvrable than the average Estate
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2024 Volkswagen Passat or 2024 Tesla Cybertruck fit in a standard parking space?
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
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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