2021 Volkswagen ID.4 vs 2021 Tesla Model S
Which is bigger, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or 2021 Tesla Model S?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The length difference totals 43.7 cm, clearly separating the 2021 Tesla Model S and 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. The 2021 Tesla Model S gains you 13.5 cm in width, likely providing extra elbow room inside compared to the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, but you'll need more caution when navigating tight city streets. A 18.2 cm height difference means the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 will feel much more substantial when you're behind the wheel compared to the 2021 Tesla Model S. A 4.3 cm larger ground clearance gap gives the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 a slightly more capable feel when the pavement gets rough vs the 2021 Tesla Model S. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 19.4 cm shorter between the axles than the 2021 Tesla Model S.
Measurements
Length
458.4 cm
502.1 cm (+43.7)
Height
161.2 cm (+18.2)
143 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.2 cm
198.7 cm (+13.5)
Width (including mirrors)
210.8 cm (+4.3)
218.9 cm
Ground clearance
16 cm
11.7 cm (+19.4)
Wheelbase
276.6 cm
296 cm (+1.5)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
458.4 cm
5.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
502.1 cm
29.2 cm longer than the average Sedan
Height
161.2 cm
1.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
143 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.2 cm
0.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
198.7 cm
15.7 cm wider than the average Sedan
Width (including mirrors)
210.8 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
Ground clearance
16 cm
2.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
11.7 cm
2.3 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
Wheelbase
276.6 cm
4.2 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Both measurements tip in favour of the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, which has a significant 149 L larger boot and a noticeable 79 L (SAE) bigger total capacity when the seats are 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.
543 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.
1,575 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.
858 L (+149)
709 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.
1,818 L (+79)
1,739 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
89 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.
197.3 L per m
213 L per m (+15.8)
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.
106.5 L per m²
107.2 L per m² (+0.7)
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.
543 L
98 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
1,575 L
67 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
858 L
119 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
709 L
313 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
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.
1,818 L
53 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
1,739 L
Class benchmark unavailable.
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%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 offers more practicality with its 5 doors compared to the 4-door layout of the 2021 Tesla Model S. You’ll find the same passenger limits in both models, as they each feature a 5-seat interior layout. When comparing the two, the 2021 Tesla Model S is much less suited to tight city centers, requiring a full 2.1 m more room to U-turn than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. The 184 kg weight gap will have a major impact on fuel consumption and overall driving dynamics.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.2 m
12.3 m (+2.1)
Curb weight
1,891 kg
2,075 kg (+184)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.2 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,891 kg
259 kg heavier than the average Crossover
2,075 kg
553 kg heavier than the average Sedan
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.
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or 2021 Tesla Model S fit in a standard parking space?
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 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 44.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 45.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
44.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45.5 cm
2021 Tesla Model S 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 38 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 23.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
38 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
23.5 cm
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