2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback vs 2024 Ford Kuga
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback or 2024 Ford Kuga?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2024 Ford Kuga is an additional 23.5 cm longer than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback, giving it a more elongated and sleek profile. The 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback is the leaner of the two, sitting 9.1 cm narrower than the 2024 Ford Kuga for easier navigation through city traffic. The 2024 Ford Kuga is designed for easy entry and a more upright seating position when compared to the lower height 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. The 2024 Ford Kuga sits 3.6 cm higher off the ground than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback, providing a helpful extra margin of safety when driving over gravel or light debris. Interior legroom will feel nearly identical, as the 2024 Ford Kuga adds only 7.2 cm to the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback’s wheelbase.
Measurements
Length
436.9 cm
460.4 cm (+23.5)
Height
145 cm
167.9 cm (+22.9)
Body width
179.1 cm
188.2 cm (+9.1)
Width including mirrors
N/A
217.7 cm
Ground clearance
13 cm
16.6 cm (+3.6)
Wheelbase
263.9 cm
271.1 cm (+7.2)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.8 m²
8.7 m² (+0.9)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
436.9 cm
21.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
460.4 cm
7.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
145 cm
2.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
167.9 cm
5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover
Body width
179.1 cm
2.6 cm wider than the average Hatchback
188.2 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width including mirrors
N/A
217.7 cm
11.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
13 cm
0.9 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
16.6 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
263.9 cm
4.8 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
271.1 cm
1.3 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
8.7 m²
0.3 m² larger footprint than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Comparing 412 L (VDA) to 504 L (SAE) is difficult due to the differing measurement methods, but the 2024 Ford Kuga’s seats up capacity is average for its size class. The 2024 Ford Kuga's 1,534 L (VDA) capacity with the seats down is way above average for its segment.
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
412 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
1,534 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
174.8 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
92.9 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
412 L
33 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
1,534 L
26 L more 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.
-6%
VDA: Less space efficient than the average Crossover
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2024 Ford Kuga and 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback feature a 5-door configuration, offering the same level of accessibility for passengers. Whether you'd choose the 2024 Ford Kuga or the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback, you’ll have space for up to 5 occupants. There’s a clear weight distinction here, with the 2024 Ford Kuga being 138 kg more than its rival.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
N/A
11.4 m
Curb weight
1,388 kg
1,526 kg (+138)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
N/A
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,388 kg
135 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
1,526 kg
106 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.
-2%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback or 2024 Ford Kuga 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
2024 Ford Kuga 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 43 cm per side, and length clearance is 44.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
43 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
44.5 cm
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Vehicle specifications on this page are sourced from official Toyota and Ford documentation. Unless the page identifies a specific trim, body style, powertrain or market version, DriveSize uses manufacturer-published specifications for the base model as its default reference. DriveSize standardises the published measurements and calculates the comparisons and derived figures shown. Figures can vary by market, model year, trim, powertrain, wheels, tyres and measurement method. How DriveSize sources and calculates these figures.