2021 Volkswagen ID.4 dimensions and size guide
2021 Volkswagen ID.4
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2021 Volkswagen ID.4 exterior dimensions
The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is very close to the average crossover in overall exterior size. Its 458.4cm body is around 6cm, or just 1%, longer, while its 185.2cm width excluding mirrors is almost exactly average. With the mirrors extended, it measures 210.8cm across, approximately 4cm, or just 2%, wider than the class norm. At 161.2cm tall, the ID.4 is around 2cm, or 1%, lower than average, and its 276.6cm wheelbase is roughly 4cm, or 2%, longer. Its footprint is approximately 8.5m², just 1% above the crossover norm, so all of its exterior dimensions are similar to the class average.
Measurements
Length
458.4 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.2 cm
Width (including mirrors)
210.8 cm
Height
161.2 cm
Wheelbase
276.6 cm
Ground clearance
16 cm
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width excluding mirrors.
8.5 m²
How the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4's exterior dimensions compare with the average Crossover
Length
5.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
0.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
4.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
Height
1.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
4.2 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
2.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
DriveSize footprint score
DriveSize footprint score compares this car's footprint with the average footprint for the same class.
A score near 100% means it is close to class average size. Lower scores mean it sits further from that average, either smaller or larger.
99%
1% larger than the average Crossover
Fast facts
Fast facts
Its turning circle is 9% tighter than average
At 10.2m, the ID.4 needs around 1m less room to complete a turn than the typical crossover, which is useful when changing direction in confined spaces.
Seats-up VDA cargo space is 22% above average
With all five seats available, the ID.4 provides 543 litres, around 98 litres more than the crossover norm, roughly the space occupied by a large check-in suitcase.
Ground clearance is 12% below average
At 16cm, the ID.4 provides around 2.1cm less under-car room than the typical crossover.
Five regional spaces provide comfortable access
All eight standard parking spaces tested by DriveSize physically fit the ID.4, while five leave comfortable surrounding room.
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 front view
Cargo space & efficiency
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 cargo capacity and space efficiency
Under the VDA standard, the ID.4 provides 543 litres of cargo space with all five seats available. That is around 98 litres, or 22%, more than the crossover average. The maximum VDA figure is 1,575 litres, approximately 67 litres, or 4%, above average. Measured separately under SAE, seats-up capacity is 858 litres, around 119 litres, or 16%, above the SAE average. Maximum SAE capacity is 1,818 litres, approximately 53 litres, or 3%, below its matching class norm. Taking seats-up and maximum cargo capacity into account within each standard, the ID.4 provides about 107 litres per square metre of ground space under VDA and 141 litres per square metre under SAE. Both results are roughly 8% above their respective crossover averages.
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
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
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
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
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
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
How the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4's cargo space and efficiency compare with the average Crossover
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.
98 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
67 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
119 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
53 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
DriveSize space efficiency score (VDA)
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%
Above class average (+8%)
Parking
Will the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 fit in a standard parking space?
All eight standard regional parking spaces tested by DriveSize can physically contain the ID.4, with five also providing comfortable surrounding room. Its body width is almost exactly average for its class, although the width with mirrors extended is 2% greater and becomes more relevant in narrower spaces. Comfortable fits are available in China, India, Japan, the Middle East and USA/Canada. The United Kingdom, European Union and Australia are tighter, although each can still physically fit the car between the lines.
DriveSize 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
Usability
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 usability & manoeuvrability
At 10.2m, the ID.4's turning circle is around 1m, or 9%, tighter than the average crossover. This gives it a meaningful advantage when making full turns or changing direction in confined car parks. Its 1,891kg kerb weight is approximately 259kg, or 16%, above average. Ground clearance measures 16cm, around 2.1cm, or 12%, below the crossover norm, leaving less under-car room for high kerbs or abrupt ramps.
Measurements
Doors
5
Max seats
5
Turning circle
10.2 m
Curb weight
1,891 kg
How the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4's usability and manoeuvrability compare with the average Crossover
Turning circle
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
259 kg heavier than the average Crossover
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
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 rear view
DriveSize overview: 2021 Volkswagen ID.4
Its dimensions and capacities suggest that the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 may suit drivers who want a near-average-sized crossover with a notably tighter turning circle and above-average seats-up cargo capacity. Its footprint is only 1% above the class norm, while its turning circle is 9% tighter.
It physically fits all eight regional parking spaces tested by DriveSize, with five providing comfortable access. Its 16% additional weight and 12% lower ground clearance are the clearest usability differences from the average crossover.
The 2022 Toyota RAV4 offers a combustion-powered comparison with an almost identical footprint and similar cargo space.
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Vehicle specifications on this page are sourced from official Volkswagen documentation. All DriveSize comparisons are calculated from manufacturer-published specifications.