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2021 Volkswagen ID.4 vs 2025 Toyota Camry

Side view of the 2025 Toyota Camry
Side view of the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4

Volkswagen ID.4

2021

Toyota Camry

2025

Select unit of measurement:

Which is bigger, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or 2025 Toyota Camry?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

While not a massive leap, the 2025 Toyota Camry is 33.1 cm longer than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is barely wider than the 2025 Toyota Camry, with a tiny 1.3 cm gap that you’d need a tape measure to truly spot. When comparing height, you'd more easily see the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 in a car park; it stands a full 16.7 cm taller than the 2025 Toyota Camry. A 2.3 cm larger ground clearance gap gives the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 a slightly more capable feel when the pavement gets rough vs the 2025 Toyota Camry. The 2025 Toyota Camry is slightly more stable at speed thanks to a 5.8 cm longer wheelbase than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, though the effect is minimal.

Measurements

Length

458.4 cm

491.5 cm (+33.1)

Height

161.2 cm (+16.7)

144.5 cm

Width (excluding mirrors)

185.2 cm (+1.3)

183.9 cm

Width (including mirrors)

210.8 cm (+2.3)

N/A

Ground clearance

16 cm

13.7 cm (+5.8)

Wheelbase

276.6 cm

282.4 cm (+0.5)

How each car compares with its class average

Length

458.4 cm

5.8 cm longer than the average Crossover

491.5 cm

18.6 cm longer than the average Sedan

Height

161.2 cm

1.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover

144.5 cm

1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan

Width (excluding mirrors)

185.2 cm

0.3 cm wider than the average Crossover

183.9 cm

0.9 cm wider than the average Sedan

Width (including mirrors)

210.8 cm

4.4 cm wider than the average Crossover

N/A

Ground clearance

16 cm

2.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover

13.7 cm

0.3 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan

Wheelbase

276.6 cm

4.2 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover

282.4 cm

4.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan

Front view

Front view of the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4
Front view of the 2025 Toyota Camry

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

This isn't just a win; it's a blowout. With the seats up, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 provides 430 L (SAE) more room in the trunk for your belongings. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 provides a way above average 1,575 L for the sedan segment for cargo space 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 (+430)

428 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

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.

197.3 L per m

N/A

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

N/A

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

428 L

32 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

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.

108%

VDA: above class average (+8%)

Rear view

Rear view of the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4
Rear view of the 2025 Toyota Camry

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

Passengers will appreciate the additional doors on the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 when you're parked in tight spots, as they offer more entry options than the 4-door 2025 Toyota Camry. Both the 2025 Toyota Camry and the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 have seating for 5, so there is no difference in passenger capacity. You’ll find the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 a bit easier to flip around in a narrow street thanks to its 1.2 m turning circle advantage. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is 326 kg heavier than the 2025 Toyota Camry, a gap that can influence acceleration, cornering response, and running costs.

Measurements

Doors

5 (+1)

4

Max. seats

5

5

Turning circle

10.2 m

11.4 m (+1.2)

Curb weight

1,891 kg (+326)

1,565 kg

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

10.2 m

1 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover

11.4 m

0.3 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan

Curb weight

1,891 kg

259 kg heavier than the average Crossover

1,565 kg

43 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

96%

4% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan

Parking

Will the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or 2025 Toyota Camry 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.

OK

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

2025 Toyota Camry 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.

OK

For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 45.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 29 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

45.5 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

29 cm

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