2023 Toyota Prius vs 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Prius or 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning is over 131.2 cm longer than the 2023 Toyota Prius, which is an enormous difference in length. If you have a narrow garage, take note as the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning is 25 cm wider than the 2023 Toyota Prius, which could make for a tighter squeeze. The difference in height is dramatic, with the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning standing 56.9 cm taller than the 2023 Toyota Prius. The 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning clears an additional 7.6 cm from the ground, ensuring its undercarriage stays safer from the road than the 2023 Toyota Prius. Side-by-side, the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning’s wheelbase looks incredibly long next to the 2023 Toyota Prius, with 94.6 cm between them.
Measurements
Length
459.9 cm
591.1 cm (+131.2)
Height
142 cm
198.9 cm (+56.9)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.2 cm
203.2 cm (+25)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
243.8 cm (+7.6)
Ground clearance
13.7 cm
21.3 cm (+94.6)
Wheelbase
275 cm
369.6 cm (+3.8)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
459.9 cm
44.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
591.1 cm
48.4 cm longer than the average Pickup
Height
142 cm
5.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
198.9 cm
12.1 cm taller than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.2 cm
1.7 cm wider than the average Hatchback
203.2 cm
8.8 cm wider than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
243.8 cm
20.9 cm wider than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
13.7 cm
0.2 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
21.3 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
Wheelbase
275 cm
15.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
369.6 cm
38.6 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
This isn't just a win; it's a blowout. With the seats up, the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning provides 821 L (SAE) more room in the trunk for your belongings. The 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning provides a typical 1,495 L for the pickup 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.
284 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.
674 L
1,495 L (+821)
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
1,495 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
400 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.
N/A
252.9 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
124.5 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.
284 L
59 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.
674 L
149 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
1,495 L
58 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
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
1,495 L
32 L less cargo volume than the average Pickup
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.
101%
SAE: above class average (+1%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 1 more door(s) than the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning, the 2023 Toyota Prius should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. You get the same number of seats in both models, as the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning and the 2023 Toyota Prius are each configured for 5 passengers. The 2023 Toyota Prius is in a different league of agility, requiring a massive 4.1 m less space to turn than the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning. The 2023 Toyota Prius is a featherweight compared to the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning, which carries a huge 1,183 kg of additional weight.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.5 m
14.6 m (+4.1)
Curb weight
1,545 kg
2,728 kg (+1,183)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
14.6 m
1.5 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
1,545 kg
292 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
2,728 kg
477 kg heavier than the average Pickup
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.
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
88%
12% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Prius or 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Toyota Prius 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 45 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45 cm
2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning 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: exceeds the bay's length by 42 cm.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
35.5 cm
Length over bay
42 cm
Overall length. Primary constraint.
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