2024 Tesla Cybertruck vs 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan
Which is bigger, the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck or 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The figures show over 114.4 cm of separation between the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck and 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan, which is a huge difference. At 19 cm wider, the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck would better suit the open road, while the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan would win for turning tight corners in a direct comparison. The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck stands 8.1 cm taller than the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan, which may offer a slightly easier entry point and potentially more headroom. The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck and 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan exist at opposite ends of the spectrum, separated by a huge 95.9 cm wheelbase gap.
Measurements
Length
568.3 cm (+114.4)
453.9 cm
Height
174.1 cm (+8.1)
166 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
203.2 cm (+19)
184.2 cm
Width (including mirrors)
241.3 cm
N/A
Ground clearance
20.1 cm (+95.9)
N/A
Wheelbase
363.5 cm (+3.2)
267.6 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
568.3 cm
25.6 cm longer than the average Pickup
453.9 cm
1.3 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
174.1 cm
12.7 cm shorter than the average Pickup
166 cm
3.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
203.2 cm
8.8 cm wider than the average Pickup
184.2 cm
0.7 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
241.3 cm
18.4 cm wider than the average Pickup
N/A
Ground clearance
20.1 cm
2.7 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
N/A
Wheelbase
363.5 cm
32.5 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup
267.6 cm
4.8 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
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 Tiguan has 652 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 Tiguan provides 1,650 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.
N/A
652 L
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.
N/A
1,650 L
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.
1,697 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.
3,224 L
N/A
Frunk capacity
200 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.
392.6 L per m (+172)
220.6 L per m
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.
193.2 L per m² (+73.5)
119.8 L per m²
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.
N/A
652 L
207 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.
N/A
1,650 L
142 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.
1,697 L
260 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
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.
3,224 L
1,697 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
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.
157%
SAE: above class average (+57%)
121%
VDA: above class average (+21%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck trades the extra access points of the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan for a more cohesive and solid body design with just 4 doors. In terms of seating capacity, the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck matches the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan exactly, with each accommodating up to 5 people. Depending where you are, a 1.55 m increase in turning circle often marks the difference between a one-shot turn and a multi-point maneuver. From an agility perspective, the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan wins by a landslide, weighing 1,315 kg less than the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
13.3 m (+1.6)
11.7 m
Curb weight
3,025 kg (+1,315)
1,710 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
13.3 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup
11.7 m
0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
3,025 kg
774 kg heavier than the average Pickup
1,710 kg
78 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.
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
97%
3% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck or 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan fit in a standard parking space?
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.
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 48 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
48 cm
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