2024 Volkswagen Golf vs 2022 Volkswagen Virtus
Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf or 2022 Volkswagen Virtus?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measuring 27.9 cm more from front to rear bumper, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf provides that extra bit of "stretch" over the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. You’d be hard-pressed to notice the width difference between these two vehicles in a lane, as the 2024 Volkswagen Golf is only 3.7 cm wider than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus measures 2.4 cm taller than the 2024 Volkswagen Golf, a small difference that won't change your view of the road. Any difference in rear legroom will be practically unnoticeable, as the wheelbase is only 3.1 cm longer in the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus.
Measurements
Length
428.2 cm
456.1 cm (+27.9)
Height
148.3 cm
150.7 cm (+2.4)
Body width
178.9 cm (+3.7)
175.2 cm
Width including mirrors
207.3 cm
N/A
Ground clearance
N/A
17.9 cm
Wheelbase
262 cm
265.1 cm (+3.1)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.7 m²
8 m² (+0.3)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
428.2 cm
13 cm longer than the average Hatchback
456.1 cm
16.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Height
148.3 cm
0.4 cm taller than the average Hatchback
150.7 cm
4.9 cm taller than the average Sedan
Body width
178.9 cm
2.4 cm wider than the average Hatchback
175.2 cm
7.8 cm narrower than the average Sedan
Width including mirrors
207.3 cm
7.8 cm wider than the average Hatchback
N/A
Ground clearance
N/A
17.9 cm
3.9 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan
Wheelbase
262 cm
2.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
265.1 cm
13 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sedan
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.7 m²
0.3 m² larger footprint than the average Hatchback
8 m²
0.7 m² smaller footprint than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus outclasses the 2024 Volkswagen Golf in boot space comparison, providing a substantial 140 L (VDA) advantage with the seats up. With the rear seats down, the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus provides 1,050 L of space when using the VDA measurement method, which is way above average for sedan.
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
521 L (+140)
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
1,050 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
154.8 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
88.4 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
521 L
46 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 1 more door(s) than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. You’ll find the same passenger limits in both models, as they each feature a 5-seat interior layout. In urban environments, the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus's 1 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience. The 2024 Volkswagen Golf is 207 kg further up the scales, trading agility for a more "planted" highway experience.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.1 m (+1)
10.1 m
Curb weight
1,307 kg (+207)
1,100 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.1 m
0.7 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
10.1 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,307 kg
54 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
1,100 kg
422 kg lighter than the average Sedan
DriveSize manoeuvrability
DriveSize manoeuvrability combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
A positive percentage means more manoeuvrable than the class average and a negative percentage means less manoeuvrable.
-6%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
+9%
More manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2024 Volkswagen Golf or 2022 Volkswagen Virtus 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 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, and length clearance is 60.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
60.5 cm
2022 Volkswagen Virtus 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 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 49.5 cm per side, and length clearance is 46.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
49.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
46.5 cm
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Frequently asked questions
Vehicle specifications on this page are sourced from official Volkswagen documentation. Unless the page identifies a specific trim, body style, powertrain or market version, DriveSize uses manufacturer-published specifications for the base model as its default reference. DriveSize standardises the published measurements and calculates the comparisons and derived figures shown. Figures can vary by market, model year, trim, powertrain, wheels, tyres and measurement method. How DriveSize sources and calculates these figures.