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2024 Volkswagen Passat vs 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate

Side view of the 2024 Volkswagen Passat
Side view of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate

Volkswagen Passat

2024

Volkswagen Golf

Estate 2024

Side view of the 2024 Volkswagen Passat
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Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat or 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

The 2024 Volkswagen Passat measures an extra 28.6 cm in length, providing a slightly more substantial footprint on the road than the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate. The 2024 Volkswagen Passat’s 6 cm width advantage over the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate might mean a wider interior cabin with more elbow room. Neither car holds a significant height advantage, with the 2024 Volkswagen Passat measuring 1 cm taller than the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate. The 2024 Volkswagen Passat offers a slightly longer wheelbase, which typically translates to a smoother ride over bumps.

Measurements

Length

491.7 cm (+28.6)

463.1 cm

Height

149.7 cm (+1)

148.7 cm

Width (excluding mirrors)

184.9 cm (+6)

178.9 cm

Wheelbase

284.1 cm (+0.8)

266.9 cm

How each car compares with its class average

Length

491.7 cm

17.2 cm longer than the average Estate

463.1 cm

11.4 cm shorter than the average Estate

Height

149.7 cm

2.4 cm taller than the average Estate

148.7 cm

1.4 cm taller than the average Estate

Width (excluding mirrors)

184.9 cm

0.8 cm wider than the average Estate

178.9 cm

5.2 cm narrower than the average Estate

Wheelbase

284.1 cm

6.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Estate

266.9 cm

10.8 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Estate

Front view

Front view of the 2024 Volkswagen Passat
Front view of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

The 2024 Volkswagen Passat offers a 79 L lead in the boot and a large 278 L (VDA) edge 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.

690 L (+79)

611 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.

1,920 L (+278)

1,642 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.

227.9 L per m (+18)

209.9 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.

123.2 L per m² (+5.9)

117.3 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.

690 L

142 L more cargo volume than the average Estate

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.

1,920 L

351 L more cargo volume than the average Estate

1,642 L

73 L more cargo volume than the average Estate

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.

119%

VDA: above class average (+19%)

113%

VDA: above class average (+13%)

Rear view

Rear view of the 2024 Volkswagen Passat
Rear view of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

In terms of door count, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate and 2024 Volkswagen Passat 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 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate is noticeably more agile in tight spots, boasting a turning circle 0.7 m tighter than the 2024 Volkswagen Passat.

Measurements

Doors

5

5

Max. seats

5

5

Turning circle

12 m (+0.7)

11.3 m

Curb weight

1,578 kg

N/A

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

12 m

0.8 m larger turning circle than the average Estate

11.3 m

0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Estate

Curb weight

1,578 kg

17 kg lighter than the average Estate

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.

94%

6% less manoeuvrable than the average Estate

101%

1% more manoeuvrable than the average Estate

Parking

Will the 2024 Volkswagen Passat or 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate fit in a standard parking space?

2024 Volkswagen Passat 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.

OK

For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 45 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 29 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

45 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

29 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.

OK

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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