2021 Volkswagen ID.4 vs 2021 Tesla Model X
Which is bigger, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or 2021 Tesla Model X?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With the 2021 Tesla Model X being 47.3 cm longer, the contrast in body length becomes obvious. At 14.7 cm wider, the 2021 Tesla Model X occupies a bit more of the lane than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, giving it more road presence. The 2021 Tesla Model X sits 6.8 cm higher than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, which usually results in a slightly more elevated view of the road. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is only 1.4 cm higher off the tarmac, maintaining a very similar ground clearance to the 2021 Tesla Model X. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 19.9 cm shorter between the axles than the 2021 Tesla Model X.
Measurements
Length
458.4 cm
505.7 cm (+47.3)
Height
161.2 cm
168 cm (+6.8)
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.2 cm
199.9 cm (+14.7)
Width (including mirrors)
210.8 cm (+1.4)
227.1 cm
Ground clearance
16 cm
14.6 cm (+19.9)
Wheelbase
276.6 cm
296.5 cm (+1.6)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
458.4 cm
5.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
505.7 cm
53.1 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
161.2 cm
1.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
168 cm
5.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.2 cm
0.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
199.9 cm
15 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
210.8 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
227.1 cm
20.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
16 cm
2.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
14.6 cm
3.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
276.6 cm
4.2 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
296.5 cm
24.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Whether you use the boot or the full cabin for cargo space, the 2021 Tesla Model X is roomier, offering a massive 253 L more space with the seats up and a gigantic 653 L (SAE) more with the seats 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.
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
1,111 L (+253)
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
2,471 L (+653)
Frunk capacity
N/A
183 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
313.8 L per m (+116.6)
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
157 L per m² (+50.5)
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
1,111 L
372 L more 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.
1,818 L
53 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
2,471 L
600 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%
SAE: above class average (+20%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2021 Tesla Model X and 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 feature a 5-door configuration, offering the same level of accessibility for passengers. There is no advantage for either model when it comes to passenger numbers, since both offer a 5-seat configuration. If you drive these cars, you'll notice the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is significantly more responsive in U-turns, clearing them with 2.1 m to spare over the 2021 Tesla Model X. The 2021 Tesla Model X is 446 kg further up the scales, trading agility for a more "planted" highway experience.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.2 m
12.3 m (+2.1)
Curb weight
1,891 kg
2,337 kg (+446)
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
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,891 kg
259 kg heavier than the average Crossover
2,337 kg
705 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.
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or 2021 Tesla Model X 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 X 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 37.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 22 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
37.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
22 cm
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