2023 Volkswagen ID.3 vs 2024 Volkswagen Passat
Which is bigger, the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 or 2024 Volkswagen Passat?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
There is a clear gap in length here, with 2024 Volkswagen Passat measuring 65.3 cm longer than 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. At only 4 cm wider, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat doesn't offer any significant width advantage or disadvantage over the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. A 6.7 cm difference in height ensures the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 is the more visible of the two in a busy car park compared to the 2024 Volkswagen Passat. The wheelbase on both vehicles is nearly identical, suggesting a similar level of high-speed stability.
Measurements
Length
426.4 cm
491.7 cm (+65.3)
Height
156.4 cm (+6.7)
149.7 cm
Body width
180.9 cm
184.9 cm (+4)
Width including mirrors
207 cm
N/A
Wheelbase
277 cm
284.1 cm (+7.1)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.7 m²
9.1 m² (+1.4)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
426.4 cm
11.2 cm longer than the average Hatchback
491.7 cm
17.2 cm longer than the average Estate
Height
156.4 cm
8.5 cm taller than the average Hatchback
149.7 cm
2.4 cm taller than the average Estate
Body width
180.9 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Hatchback
184.9 cm
0.8 cm wider than the average Estate
Width including mirrors
207 cm
7.5 cm wider than the average Hatchback
N/A
Wheelbase
277 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
284.1 cm
6.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Estate
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.7 m²
0.4 m² larger footprint than the average Hatchback
9.1 m²
0.3 m² larger footprint than the average Estate
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Whether you use the boot or the full cabin for cargo space, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat is roomier, offering a massive 305 L more space with the seats up and a gigantic 653 L (VDA) more 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.
385 L
690 L (+305)
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.
1,267 L
1,920 L (+653)
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.
162.7 L per m
227.9 L per m (+65.2)
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.
89.9 L per m²
123.2 L per m² (+33.3)
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.
385 L
42 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
690 L
142 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.
1,267 L
149 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
1,920 L
351 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
DriveSize space efficiency
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 values compare with VDA class averages, and SAE values compare with SAE class averages. Positive percentages indicate more space efficiency and negative percentages indicate less.
+8%
VDA: More space efficient than the average Hatchback
+19%
VDA: More space efficient than the average Estate
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 and 2024 Volkswagen Passat feature a 5-door configuration, offering the same level of accessibility for passengers. In terms of passenger capacity, there is no difference here, with both vehicles providing a maximum of 5 seats. If you drive these cars, you'll notice the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 is significantly more responsive in U-turns, clearing them with 1.7 m to spare over the 2024 Volkswagen Passat.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.3 m
12 m (+1.7)
Curb weight
N/A
1,578 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.3 m
0.1 m smaller turning circle than the average Hatchback
12 m
0.8 m larger turning circle than the average Estate
Curb weight
N/A
1,578 kg
17 kg lighter than the average Estate
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.
-1%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
-6%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Estate
Parking
Will the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 or 2024 Volkswagen Passat fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Volkswagen ID.3 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 47 cm per side, and length clearance is 61.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
47 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
61.5 cm
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 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 45 cm per side, and length clearance is 29 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
29 cm
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FAQs
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.