2024 Volkswagen Passat dimensions and size guide
2024 Volkswagen Passat
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2024 Volkswagen Passat exterior dimensions
2024 Volkswagen Passat is longer than the average estate but is almost exactly average in width. Its 491.7cm body is around 17cm, or 4%, longer, while its 184.9cm body width is only about 1cm wider than the class norm. At 149.7cm tall, it stands roughly 2cm, or 2%, higher than average. Its 284.1cm wheelbase is around 6cm, or 2%, longer than the estate norm. Length and width combine to create a footprint of approximately 9.1m², roughly 0.3m², or 4%, larger than average, with the additional ground space coming mainly from the 4% longer body rather than the marginally extra width.
Measurements
Length
491.7 cm
Body width
184.9 cm
Height
149.7 cm
Wheelbase
284.1 cm
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9.1 m²
How the 2024 Volkswagen Passat's exterior dimensions compare with the average Estate
Length
17.2 cm longer than the average Estate
Body width
0.8 cm wider than the average Estate
Height
2.4 cm taller than the average Estate
Wheelbase
6.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Estate
DriveSize footprint
DriveSize footprint compares this car's footprint with the average footprint for the same class.
A positive percentage means a larger footprint and a negative percentage means a smaller footprint. About average means the rounded difference is 0%.
+4%
Larger footprint than the average Estate
Fast facts
Fast facts
Seats-up VDA cargo space is 26% above average
With all five seats available, the Passat provides 690 litres, around 142 litres more than the estate norm, roughly the space occupied by two large suitcases.
Maximum VDA capacity is 22% above average
At its maximum, the Passat provides 1,920 litres of cargo capacity, approximately 351 litres more than the typical estate.
Combined cargo efficiency is 19% above average
Taking seats-up and maximum cargo capacity into account, the Passat provides about 123 litres per square metre of ground space.
Seven regional spaces physically fit the car
Three of the eight standard parking spaces tested by DriveSize provide comfortable access in and out of the car once parked, while the United Kingdom space is not large enough to fit the Passat.
2024 Volkswagen Passat front view
Cargo space & efficiency
2024 Volkswagen Passat cargo capacity and space efficiency
Keeping all five seats upright and available, the Passat provides 690 litres of published VDA cargo capacity. That is around 142 litres, or 26%, more than the average estate, roughly equivalent to the space occupied by two large suitcases. Under VDA, maximum capacity reaches 1,920 litres, approximately 351 litres, or 22%, above average. Combining its seats-up and maximum cargo figures, the Passat provides about 123 litres per square metre of ground space. That is roughly 19% above average for an estate, meaning it provides more combined cargo capacity for each square metre of ground space than the class norm.
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
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
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
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
How the 2024 Volkswagen Passat's cargo space and efficiency compare with the average Estate
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.
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.
351 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
DriveSize space efficiency (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 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.
+19%
More space efficient than the average Estate
Parking
Will the 2024 Volkswagen Passat fit in a standard parking space?
Seven of the eight standard-sized regional parking spaces tested by DriveSize can physically contain the Passat, with three also providing comfortable surrounding room. Its near-average width helps it fit between the lines, but its 4% additional length makes shorter spaces more restrictive. China, the Middle East and USA/Canada provide the comfortable fits. The European Union, India, Japan and Australia are tighter but still physically contain the car, while the United Kingdom space is too short.
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 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
Usability
2024 Volkswagen Passat usability & manoeuvrability
The Passat has a 12m turning circle, around 0.8m, or 7%, wider than the average estate. This means it needs noticeably more room than the class norm for full turns and changing direction in confined spaces. Its 1,578kg kerb weight is only around 17kg, or 1%, below average, making weight an almost exactly typical result for the class.
Measurements
Doors
5
Max seats
5
Turning circle
12 m
Curb weight
1,578 kg
How the 2024 Volkswagen Passat's usability and manoeuvrability compare with the average Estate
Turning circle
0.8 m larger turning circle than the average Estate
Curb weight
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.
-6%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Estate
2024 Volkswagen Passat rear view
DriveSize overview: 2024 Volkswagen Passat
Viewed in terms of its dimensions and capacities, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat may suit drivers who want an estate with substantially above-average VDA cargo space. Seats-up capacity is 26% above the estate norm, maximum capacity is 22% above and combined cargo efficiency is 19% higher.
Its 4% additional length and 7% wider turning circle are the main size-related compromises.
A smaller-footprint estate worth comparing is the 2023 Toyota Corolla Touring Sports.
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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.