2024 Volkswagen Golf vs 2021 Volkswagen ID.4
Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf or 2021 Volkswagen ID.4?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 measures an extra 30.2 cm in length, providing a slightly more substantial footprint on the road than the 2024 Volkswagen Golf. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 gains you 6.3 cm in width, likely providing extra elbow room inside compared to the 2024 Volkswagen Golf, but you'll need more caution when navigating tight city streets. The height difference is quite significant, with the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 standing a substantial 12.9 cm taller than the 2024 Volkswagen Golf. With an extra 14.6 cm between the wheels, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 should offer a noticeably smoother ride than the 2024 Volkswagen Golf.
Measurements
Length
428.2 cm
458.4 cm (+30.2)
Height
148.3 cm
161.2 cm (+12.9)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.9 cm
185.2 cm (+6.3)
Width (including mirrors)
207.3 cm
210.8 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
16 cm (+14.6)
Wheelbase
262 cm
276.6 cm (+0.8)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
428.2 cm
13 cm longer than the average Hatchback
458.4 cm
5.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
148.3 cm
0.4 cm taller than the average Hatchback
161.2 cm
1.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.9 cm
2.4 cm wider than the average Hatchback
185.2 cm
0.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
207.3 cm
7.8 cm wider than the average Hatchback
210.8 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
N/A
16 cm
2.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
262 cm
2.9 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
The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 gives a major boost in practicality, with a 543 L boot capacity with the seats up that outperforms the 2024 Volkswagen Golf by 162 L (VDA). The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is the only model in this pair with confirmed cargo stats, with a 1,575 L (VDA) capacity with the seats down that is way above average for its class.
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.
381 L
543 L (+162)
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.
N/A
858 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.
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.
381 L
38 L more 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.
N/A
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
In terms of door count, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf and 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 are matched exactly, each featuring 5 doors. You’ll find the same passenger limits in both models, as they each feature a 5-seat interior layout. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is noticeably more agile in tight spots, boasting a turning circle 0.9 m tighter than the 2024 Volkswagen Golf. The 2024 Volkswagen Golf is a featherweight compared to the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, which carries a huge 584 kg of additional weight.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.1 m (+0.9)
10.2 m
Curb weight
1,307 kg
1,891 kg (+584)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.1 m
0.7 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
10.2 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,307 kg
54 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.
94%
6% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Volkswagen Golf or 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Volkswagen Golf 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 60.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
60.5 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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