2020 Dacia Sandero vs 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross
Which is bigger, the 2020 Dacia Sandero or 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 37.2 cm shorter, the 2020 Dacia Sandero could be the nimbler choice for city drivers compared to the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross. In terms of width, there is almost nothing between them; the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross is a mere 4.1 cm wider than the 2020 Dacia Sandero. Standing over 12.1 cm higher, the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross offers a more elevated seating position and a more commanding view of the road compared to the lower 2020 Dacia Sandero. There's a negligible 3.6 cm gap in wheelbase, meaning both the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross and 2020 Dacia Sandero should handle motorway cruising similarly.
Measurements
Length
408.8 cm
446 cm (+37.2)
Height
149.9 cm
162 cm (+12.1)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.4 cm
182.5 cm (+4.1)
Width (including mirrors)
200.7 cm
N/A
Ground clearance
16.2 cm
N/A (+3.6)
Wheelbase
260.4 cm
264 cm (+0.8)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
408.8 cm
6.4 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
446 cm
6.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
149.9 cm
2 cm taller than the average Hatchback
162 cm
0.8 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.4 cm
1.9 cm wider than the average Hatchback
182.5 cm
2.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
200.7 cm
1.2 cm wider than the average Hatchback
N/A
Ground clearance
16.2 cm
2.3 cm more ground clearance than the average Hatchback
N/A
Wheelbase
260.4 cm
1.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
264 cm
8.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
It’s a cargo capacity win for the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross, which provides a significant 145 L more space with its seats up and a large 296 L (VDA) more when the seats are folded, so compared to the 2020 Dacia Sandero it's better for both day-to-day errands and larger loads.
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.
328 L
473 L (+145)
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.
1,108 L
1,404 L (+296)
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.
147 L per m
179.1 L per m (+32.1)
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.
82.4 L per m²
98.1 L per m² (+15.7)
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.
328 L
15 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
473 L
28 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.
1,108 L
10 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
1,404 L
104 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
99%
VDA: below class average (-1%)
99%
VDA: below class average (-1%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2020 Dacia Sandero and 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross come with a 5-door setup, providing identical passenger access. In terms of seating capacity, the 2020 Dacia Sandero matches the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross exactly, with each accommodating up to 5 people. A minor 0.13 m in turning circle separates these two, meaning they handle tight car parks almost equally. At 365 kg lighter, the 2020 Dacia Sandero is likely the more fun and engaging car to drive out of the two.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.5 m (+0.1)
10.4 m
Curb weight
1,015 kg
1,380 kg (+365)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
10.4 m
0.8 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,015 kg
238 kg lighter than the average Hatchback
1,380 kg
252 kg lighter 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.
99%
1% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2020 Dacia Sandero or 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross fit in a standard parking space?
2020 Dacia Sandero 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 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 70.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
70.5 cm
2025 Toyota Corolla Cross 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 46 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 52 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
46 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
52 cm
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