2023 Toyota Prius vs 2021 Volkswagen ID.4
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Prius or 2021 Volkswagen ID.4?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 comes in only 1.5 cm shorter than 2023 Toyota Prius, meaning they're very comparable in length. There is a moderate step up in width; the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 extends 7 cm further than the 2023 Toyota Prius. A 19.2 cm height difference means the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 will feel much more substantial when you're behind the wheel compared to the 2023 Toyota Prius. 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 2023 Toyota Prius. Interior legroom will feel nearly identical, as the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 adds only 1.6 cm to the 2023 Toyota Prius’s wheelbase.
Measurements
Length
459.9 cm (+1.5)
458.4 cm
Height
142 cm
161.2 cm (+19.2)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.2 cm
185.2 cm (+7)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
210.8 cm (+2.3)
Ground clearance
13.7 cm
16 cm (+1.6)
Wheelbase
275 cm
276.6 cm (+0.3)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
459.9 cm
44.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
458.4 cm
5.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
142 cm
5.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
161.2 cm
1.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.2 cm
1.7 cm wider than the average Hatchback
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
0.2 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
16 cm
2.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
275 cm
15.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
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
For storage space with the seats up, there's no contest here; the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 effectively provides several moving boxes of extra storage compared to the 2023 Toyota Prius. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 offers 1,575 L (VDA) of total cargo volume, which is below average for hatchback.
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.
284 L
543 L (+259)
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.
674 L
858 L (+184)
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.
284 L
59 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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.
674 L
149 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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
When it comes to doors, there is no difference between the 2023 Toyota Prius and 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, with each using a 5-door configuration. Whether you'd choose the 2023 Toyota Prius or the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, you’ll have space for up to 5 occupants. The vehicles have a near identical turning circle, with just a 0.3 m difference. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 carries a substantial 346 kg weight increase over the 2023 Toyota Prius, meaning it may feel more planted and robust, but also less nimble in everyday driving.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.5 m (+0.3)
10.2 m
Curb weight
1,545 kg
1,891 kg (+346)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
10.2 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,545 kg
292 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
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 Hatchback
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Prius or 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Toyota Prius 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 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 45 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45 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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