2021 Volkswagen Polo vs 2020 Dacia Sandero
Which is bigger, the 2021 Volkswagen Polo or 2020 Dacia Sandero?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Separated by only 1.4 cm, 2020 Dacia Sandero and 2021 Volkswagen Polo show almost no variation when measured end to end. The 2020 Dacia Sandero measures just 3.3 cm wider than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo, an incremental difference that shouldn't influence your buying decision, unless it just tips if it fits in your garage! The 2020 Dacia Sandero measures 4.8 cm taller than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo, a small difference that won't change your view of the road. The 2020 Dacia Sandero is slightly more stable at speed thanks to a 5.2 cm longer wheelbase than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo, though the effect is minimal.
Measurements
Length
407.4 cm
408.8 cm (+1.4)
Height
145.1 cm
149.9 cm (+4.8)
Width (excluding mirrors)
175.1 cm
178.4 cm (+3.3)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
200.7 cm
Ground clearance
N/A
16.2 cm (+5.2)
Wheelbase
255.2 cm
260.4 cm (+0.2)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
407.4 cm
7.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
408.8 cm
6.4 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Height
145.1 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
149.9 cm
2 cm taller than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
175.1 cm
1.4 cm narrower 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
N/A
16.2 cm
2.3 cm more ground clearance than the average Hatchback
Wheelbase
255.2 cm
3.9 cm shorter 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
It’s a cargo capacity win for the 2021 Volkswagen Polo, which provides a marginal 23 L more space with its seats up and a slight 17 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.
351 L (+23)
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.
1,125 L (+17)
1,108 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.
152.7 L per m (+5.6)
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.
87.2 L per m² (+4.8)
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.
351 L
8 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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.
1,125 L
7 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
1,108 L
10 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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.
105%
VDA: above class average (+5%)
99%
VDA: below class average (-1%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
When it comes to doors, there is no difference between the 2020 Dacia Sandero and 2021 Volkswagen Polo, with each using a 5-door configuration. Whether you'd choose the 2020 Dacia Sandero or the 2021 Volkswagen Polo, you’ll have space for up to 5 occupants. A minor 0.07 m in turning circle separates these two, meaning they handle tight car parks almost equally. You’d need a weighbridge to spot the difference; the 2021 Volkswagen Polo sits just 42 kg above the 2020 Dacia Sandero.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.6 m (+0.1)
10.5 m
Curb weight
1,057 kg (+42)
1,015 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.6 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
Curb weight
1,057 kg
196 kg lighter 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.
100%
0% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
99%
1% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
Parking
Will the 2021 Volkswagen Polo or 2020 Dacia Sandero fit in a standard parking space?
2021 Volkswagen Polo 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 49.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 71 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
49.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
71 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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