2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback vs 2020 Dacia Sandero
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback or 2020 Dacia Sandero?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 28.1 cm longer, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback offers a bit more physical presence on the road without sacrificing much in the way of urban agility compared to the 2020 Dacia Sandero. You’d be hard-pressed to notice the width difference between these two vehicles in a lane, as the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback is only 0.7 cm wider than the 2020 Dacia Sandero. Neither car holds a significant height advantage, with the 2020 Dacia Sandero measuring 4.9 cm taller than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. A 3.2 cm larger ground clearance gap gives the 2020 Dacia Sandero a slightly more capable feel when the pavement gets rough vs the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. The wheelbase on both vehicles is nearly identical, suggesting a similar level of high-speed stability.
Measurements
Length
436.9 cm (+28.1)
408.8 cm
Height
145 cm
149.9 cm (+4.9)
Width (excluding mirrors)
179.1 cm (+0.7)
178.4 cm
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
200.7 cm (+3.2)
Ground clearance
13 cm (+3.5)
16.2 cm
Wheelbase
263.9 cm (+0.5)
260.4 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
436.9 cm
21.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
408.8 cm
6.4 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Height
145 cm
2.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
149.9 cm
2 cm taller than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
179.1 cm
2.6 cm wider than the average Hatchback
178.4 cm
1.9 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
200.7 cm
1.2 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
13 cm
0.9 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
16.2 cm
2.3 cm more ground clearance than the average Hatchback
Wheelbase
263.9 cm
4.8 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
260.4 cm
1.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
These two cars follow different measurement methods: VDA for the 2020 Dacia Sandero and SAE for the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback, so instead of a direct cargo space comparison, segment averages are the best way to gauge their relative utility. The 2020 Dacia Sandero’s 328 L capacity with seats up is average for its class, and the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback’s 504 L capacity is way above average for its class. With its seats down, the 2020 Dacia Sandero has 1,108 L of space for your belongings, which is way above average for its segment.
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.
N/A
328 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.
N/A
1,108 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.
504 L
N/A
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.
N/A
147 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.
N/A
82.4 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.
N/A
328 L
15 L less 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.
N/A
1,108 L
10 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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.
504 L
21 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
N/A
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%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Door count is consistent across the two models, with both the 2020 Dacia Sandero and 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback featuring 5 doors. Both the 2020 Dacia Sandero and the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback have seating for 5, so there is no difference in passenger capacity. The 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback carries a substantial 373 kg weight increase over the 2020 Dacia Sandero, meaning it may feel more planted and robust, but also less nimble in everyday driving.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
N/A
10.5 m
Curb weight
1,388 kg (+373)
1,015 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
N/A
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
Curb weight
1,388 kg
135 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
1,015 kg
238 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
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback or 2020 Dacia Sandero fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback 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 47.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 56.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
47.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
56.5 cm
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
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