2025 Toyota Camry vs 2021 Volkswagen ID.4
Which is bigger, the 2025 Toyota Camry or 2021 Volkswagen ID.4?
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
491.5 cm (+33.1)
458.4 cm
Height
144.5 cm
161.2 cm (+16.7)
Width (excluding mirrors)
183.9 cm
185.2 cm (+1.3)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
210.8 cm (+2.3)
Ground clearance
13.7 cm (+5.8)
16 cm
Wheelbase
282.4 cm (+0.5)
276.6 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
491.5 cm
18.6 cm longer than the average Sedan
458.4 cm
5.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
144.5 cm
1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
161.2 cm
1.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
183.9 cm
0.9 cm wider than the average Sedan
185.2 cm
0.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
210.8 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
13.7 cm
0.3 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
16 cm
2.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
282.4 cm
4.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
276.6 cm
4.2 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
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.
N/A
543 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
1,575 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.
428 L
858 L (+430)
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
1,818 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.
N/A
197.3 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.
N/A
106.5 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
543 L
98 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
1,575 L
67 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.
428 L
32 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
858 L
119 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.
N/A
1,818 L
53 L less 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%)
Rear view
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
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.4 m (+1.2)
10.2 m
Curb weight
1,565 kg
1,891 kg (+326)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.4 m
0.3 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
10.2 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,565 kg
43 kg heavier than the average Sedan
1,891 kg
259 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 Sedan
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2025 Toyota Camry or 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 fit in a standard parking space?
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.
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
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
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