2020 Dacia Sandero vs 2020 Toyota Highlander
Which is bigger, the 2020 Dacia Sandero or 2020 Toyota Highlander?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
There is a large difference in length between the two models, with the 2020 Toyota Highlander being 86.2 cm longer than the 2020 Dacia Sandero. There is a moderate step up in width; the 2020 Toyota Highlander extends 14.6 cm further than the 2020 Dacia Sandero. The 2020 Toyota Highlander towers in height over the 2020 Dacia Sandero by 23.1 cm, providing a much more commanding view of any traffic ahead. The 4.1 cm increase in ground clearance from the 2020 Toyota Highlander is just enough to make a positive difference on a gravel driveway vs the 2020 Dacia Sandero. Even the 24.6 cm wheelbase advantage helps the 2020 Toyota Highlander feel like a larger, more composed vehicle than the 2020 Dacia Sandero.
Measurements
Length
408.8 cm
495 cm (+86.2)
Height
149.9 cm
173 cm (+23.1)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.4 cm
193 cm (+14.6)
Width (including mirrors)
200.7 cm
N/A (+4.1)
Ground clearance
16.2 cm
20.3 cm (+24.6)
Wheelbase
260.4 cm
285 cm (+2.3)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
408.8 cm
6.4 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
495 cm
42.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
149.9 cm
2 cm taller than the average Hatchback
173 cm
10.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.4 cm
1.9 cm wider than the average Hatchback
193 cm
8.1 cm wider 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
20.3 cm
2.2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
260.4 cm
1.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
285 cm
12.6 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Due to the differing VDA vs SAE measurement methods, a direct comparison for cargo space isn't possible, but the 2020 Dacia Sandero’s 328 L is average for its class. The 2020 Dacia Sandero offers 1,108 L (VDA) with the seats stowed, a figure that is way above average for hatchback, while the 2020 Toyota Highlander follows the SAE standard (2,387 L), which is way above average for crossover.
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
N/A
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
N/A
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.
N/A
453 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.
N/A
2,387 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.
147 L per m
228.3 L per m (+81.2)
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
118.3 L per m² (+35.9)
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
N/A
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
N/A
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.
N/A
453 L
286 L less 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.
N/A
2,387 L
516 L more 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%)
90%
SAE: below class average (-10%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2020 Dacia Sandero and 2020 Toyota Highlander come with a 5-door setup, providing identical passenger access. Passenger space changes considerably here, as the 2020 Toyota Highlander includes 3 more seats than the 2020 Dacia Sandero. The 2020 Dacia Sandero is noticeably more agile in tight spots, boasting a turning circle 0.87 m tighter than the 2020 Toyota Highlander. You’ll feel every bit of that 865 kg difference when trying to accelerate or change direction in the 2020 Toyota Highlander compared to 2020 Dacia Sandero.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
8 (+3)
Turning circle
10.5 m
11.4 m (+0.9)
Curb weight
1,015 kg
1,880 kg (+865)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
11.4 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,015 kg
238 kg lighter than the average Hatchback
1,880 kg
248 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.
99%
1% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2020 Dacia Sandero or 2020 Toyota Highlander 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
2020 Toyota Highlander 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 41 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 27.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
41 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
27.5 cm
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