2023 Volkswagen ID.3 vs 2021 Volkswagen Polo
Which is bigger, the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 or 2021 Volkswagen Polo?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 is an additional 19 cm longer than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo, giving it a more elongated and sleek profile. Shoulder room will likely feel similar in both of these vehicles, as the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 has just 5.8 cm of extra width over the 2021 Volkswagen Polo. The 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 gains 11.3 cm in height over the 2021 Volkswagen Polo, which often translates to more generous interior headroom. The 2021 Volkswagen Polo will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 21.8 cm shorter between the axles than the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3.
Measurements
Length
426.4 cm (+19)
407.4 cm
Height
156.4 cm (+11.3)
145.1 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
180.9 cm (+5.8)
175.1 cm
Width (including mirrors)
207 cm
N/A
Wheelbase
277 cm (+0.6)
255.2 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
426.4 cm
11.2 cm longer than the average Hatchback
407.4 cm
7.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Height
156.4 cm
8.5 cm taller than the average Hatchback
145.1 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
180.9 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Hatchback
175.1 cm
1.4 cm narrower than the average Hatchback
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
255.2 cm
3.9 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Hatchback
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 claims a double cargo victory, with a moderate 34 L lead in the boot and a noticeable 142 L (VDA) advantage 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 (+34)
351 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.
1,267 L (+142)
1,125 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.
162.7 L per m (+10)
152.7 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.
89.9 L per m² (+2.8)
87.2 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.
385 L
42 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
351 L
8 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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
1,125 L
7 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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%)
105%
VDA: above class average (+5%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Door count is consistent across the two models, with both the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 and 2021 Volkswagen Polo featuring 5 doors. You get the same number of seats in both models, as the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 and the 2021 Volkswagen Polo are each configured for 5 passengers. A minor 0.3 m in turning circle separates these two, meaning they handle tight car parks almost equally.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.3 m
10.6 m (+0.3)
Curb weight
N/A
1,057 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.3 m
0.1 m smaller turning circle than the average Hatchback
10.6 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
Curb weight
N/A
1,057 kg
196 kg lighter than the average Hatchback
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.
99%
1% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
100%
0% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
Parking
Will the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 or 2021 Volkswagen Polo 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 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 47 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 61.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
47 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
61.5 cm
2021 Volkswagen Polo 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 49.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 71 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
49.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
71 cm
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