2023 Hyundai Palisade vs 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway
Which is bigger, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade or 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 89.7 cm length difference creates a clear divide in front-to-rear dimensions. Navigation requires more care in the 2023 Hyundai Palisade, as it stretches an extra 19.2 cm across the lane compared to the slender by comparison 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway. The 2023 Hyundai Palisade is designed for easy entry and a more upright seating position when compared to the lower height 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway. Both the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway and the 2023 Hyundai Palisade have identical ground clearance at 20.1 cm, so neither holds an advantage on uneven surfaces. If you drive these cars, you'll notice the 2023 Hyundai Palisade feels a bit more planted on the motorway thanks to its 29.7 cm wheelbase advantage.
Measurements
Length
499.6 cm (+89.7)
409.9 cm
Height
175 cm (+21.5)
153.5 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
197.6 cm (+19.2)
178.4 cm
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
200.7 cm
Ground clearance
20.1 cm (+29.7)
20.1 cm
Wheelbase
290.1 cm (+2.6)
260.4 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
499.6 cm
47 cm longer than the average Crossover
409.9 cm
42.7 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
175 cm
12.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
153.5 cm
9.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
197.6 cm
12.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
178.4 cm
6.5 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
200.7 cm
5.7 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
20.1 cm
2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
20.1 cm
2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
290.1 cm
17.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
260.4 cm
12 cm shorter 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 Stepway’s 328 L is below average for its class. The 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway (1,108 L) and 2023 Hyundai Palisade (2,447 L) use non-compatible measurement standards to compare against each other, but we can look at them in relation to cargo space vs their categories. The 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway has way above average room for its class, and the 2023 Hyundai Palisade has way above average room for its class.
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.
510 L
N/A
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.
2,447 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.
237.8 L per m (+91.2)
146.6 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.
120.3 L per m² (+38.1)
82.2 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
117 L less 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.
N/A
1,108 L
400 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
510 L
229 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
2,447 L
576 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
92%
SAE: below class average (-8%)
83%
VDA: below class average (-17%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both vehicles offer the same entry arrangement, with the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway and 2023 Hyundai Palisade each built in a 5-door format. Choosing the 2023 Hyundai Palisade fundamentally changes your passenger options, adding 3 more seats over the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway. The vehicles have a near identical turning circle, with just a 1.41 m difference. If efficiency and agility are your goals, the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway’s 815 kg less weight is an extreme advantage.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
8 (+3)
5
Turning circle
11.8 m (+1.4)
10.4 m
Curb weight
1,892 kg (+815)
1,077 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.8 m
0.6 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
10.4 m
0.9 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,892 kg
260 kg heavier than the average Crossover
1,077 kg
555 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.
92%
8% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
110%
10% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Hyundai Palisade or 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Hyundai Palisade 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 38.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 25 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
38.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
25 cm
2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway 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 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
70 cm
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