2021 Volkswagen ID.4 vs 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate
Which is bigger, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate and the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 are very similar in length, with just a 4.7 cm difference. The 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate is the leaner of the two, sitting 6.3 cm narrower than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 for easier navigation through city traffic. Standing over 12.5 cm higher, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 offers a more elevated seating position and a more commanding view of the road compared to the lower 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is slightly more stable at speed thanks to a 9.7 cm longer wheelbase than the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate, though the effect is minimal.
Measurements
Length
458.4 cm
463.1 cm (+4.7)
Height
161.2 cm (+12.5)
148.7 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.2 cm (+6.3)
178.9 cm
Width (including mirrors)
210.8 cm
N/A
Ground clearance
16 cm (+9.7)
N/A
Wheelbase
276.6 cm (+0.2)
266.9 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
458.4 cm
5.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
463.1 cm
11.4 cm shorter than the average Estate
Height
161.2 cm
1.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
148.7 cm
1.4 cm taller than the average Estate
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.2 cm
0.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
178.9 cm
5.2 cm narrower than the average Estate
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
N/A
Wheelbase
276.6 cm
4.2 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
266.9 cm
10.8 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Estate
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Whether seats are up or down, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate wins, offering a moderate 68 L and a noticeable 67 L (VDA) lead.
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
611 L (+68)
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
1,642 L (+67)
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
N/A
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
209.9 L per m (+12.6)
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
117.3 L per m² (+10.8)
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
611 L
63 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
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
1,642 L
73 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
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
N/A
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%)
113%
VDA: above class average (+13%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate and 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 come with a 5-door setup, providing identical passenger access. In terms of passenger capacity, there is no difference here, with both vehicles providing a maximum of 5 seats. In urban environments, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4's 1.1 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.2 m
11.3 m (+1.1)
Curb weight
1,891 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.2 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
11.3 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Estate
Curb weight
1,891 kg
259 kg heavier than the average Crossover
N/A
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
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average Estate
Parking
Will the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate 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.
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
2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate 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 43 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
43 cm
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