2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback vs 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback or 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 27 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 Stepway. Both cars are well-matched in width, with the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback adding only 0.7 cm to the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway’s profile. The height stats show that the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway is 8.5 cm taller, making it a slightly easier vehicle to slide into compared to the lower 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. The 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway can handle deeper ruts and taller bumps thanks to its 7.1 cm clearance advantage over the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. Both cars sit on nearly the same length wheelbase, with the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback being just 3.5 cm longer than the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway.
Measurements
Length
436.9 cm (+27)
409.9 cm
Height
145 cm
153.5 cm (+8.5)
Body width
179.1 cm (+0.7)
178.4 cm
Width including mirrors
N/A
200.7 cm
Ground clearance
13 cm
20.1 cm (+7.1)
Wheelbase
263.9 cm (+3.5)
260.4 cm
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.8 m² (+0.5)
7.3 m²
How each car compares with its class average
Length
436.9 cm
21.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
409.9 cm
42.7 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
145 cm
2.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
153.5 cm
9.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Body width
179.1 cm
2.6 cm wider than the average Hatchback
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
13 cm
0.9 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
20.1 cm
2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
263.9 cm
4.8 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
260.4 cm
12 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.8 m²
0.5 m² larger footprint than the average Hatchback
7.3 m²
1.1 m² smaller footprint than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The VDA-rated 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway and SAE-rated 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback can't be compared directly for cargo space; however, 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway offers 328 L which is below average for crossover. The 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway provides a way above average 1,108 L for the crossover segment for cargo space with the seats down.
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
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.
N/A
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.
504 L
21 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
N/A
DriveSize space efficiency
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 values compare with VDA class averages, and SAE values compare with SAE class averages. Positive percentages indicate more space efficiency and negative percentages indicate less.
-17%
VDA: Less space efficient than the average Crossover
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
There is no difference in door count here, as both vehicles utilise a 5-door layout. Both the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway 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 311 kg weight increase over the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway, 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
10.4 m
Curb weight
1,388 kg (+311)
1,077 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
N/A
10.4 m
0.9 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,388 kg
135 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
1,077 kg
555 kg lighter than the average Crossover
DriveSize manoeuvrability
DriveSize manoeuvrability combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
A positive percentage means more manoeuvrable than the class average and a negative percentage means less manoeuvrable.
+10%
More manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback or 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway 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 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, and length clearance is 56.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
47.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
56.5 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 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, and length clearance is 70 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
70 cm
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Frequently asked questions
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