2024 Volkswagen Tiguan vs 2024 Volkswagen Passat
Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan or 2024 Volkswagen Passat?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2024 Volkswagen Passat is an additional 37.8 cm longer than the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan, giving it a more elongated and sleek profile. Both cars are well-matched in width, with the 2024 Volkswagen Passat adding only 0.7 cm to the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan’s profile. The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan utilises its extra 16.3 cm of height to maximise cabin volume, making it feel larger inside than the 2024 Volkswagen Passat. With an extra 16.5 cm between the wheels, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat should offer a noticeably smoother ride than the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Measurements
Length
453.9 cm
491.7 cm (+37.8)
Height
166 cm (+16.3)
149.7 cm
Body width
184.2 cm
184.9 cm (+0.7)
Wheelbase
267.6 cm
284.1 cm (+16.5)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
8.4 m²
9.1 m² (+0.7)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
453.9 cm
1.3 cm longer than the average Crossover
491.7 cm
17.2 cm longer than the average Estate
Height
166 cm
3.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
149.7 cm
2.4 cm taller than the average Estate
Body width
184.2 cm
0.7 cm narrower than the average Crossover
184.9 cm
0.8 cm wider than the average Estate
Wheelbase
267.6 cm
4.8 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
284.1 cm
6.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Estate
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
8.4 m²
0 m² smaller footprint than the average Crossover
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
The 2024 Volkswagen Passat takes the lead in both seating states, providing an extra 38 L for your luggage with the seats up and a small 270 L (VDA) more with them 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.
652 L
690 L (+38)
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.
1,650 L
1,920 L (+270)
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.
220.6 L per m
227.9 L per m (+7.3)
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.
119.8 L per m²
123.2 L per m² (+3.4)
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.
652 L
207 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
1,650 L
142 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
+21%
VDA: More space efficient than the average Crossover
+19%
VDA: More space efficient than the average Estate
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
When it comes to doors, there is no difference between the 2024 Volkswagen Passat and 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan, with each using a 5-door configuration. In terms of passenger capacity, there is no difference here, with both vehicles providing a maximum of 5 seats. A minor 0.3 m in turning circle separates these two, meaning they handle tight car parks almost equally. The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan is 132 kg heavier, which may give it a slightly more planted feel on the motorway compared to the 2024 Volkswagen Passat.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.7 m
12 m (+0.3)
Curb weight
1,710 kg (+132)
1,578 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.7 m
0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
12 m
0.8 m larger turning circle than the average Estate
Curb weight
1,710 kg
78 kg heavier than the average Crossover
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.
-3%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
-6%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Estate
Parking
Will the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan or 2024 Volkswagen Passat fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 48 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
48 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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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.