2023 Hyundai Kona vs 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback
Which is bigger, the 2023 Hyundai Kona or 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The length difference of just 1.9 cm between these two vehicles is marginal. You’d be hard-pressed to notice the width difference between these two vehicles in a lane, as the 2023 Hyundai Kona is only 3.4 cm wider than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. With a 13.5 cm height advantage, the 2023 Hyundai Kona is better suited for those who prefer a higher view of the road ahead. The 2023 Hyundai Kona is 4 cm less likely to scrape its chin on a steep ramp than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback thanks to its higher ground clearance. Any difference in rear legroom will be practically unnoticeable, as the wheelbase is only 2.1 cm longer in the 2023 Hyundai Kona.
Measurements
Length
435 cm
436.9 cm (+1.9)
Height
158.5 cm (+13.5)
145 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
182.5 cm (+3.4)
179.1 cm
Ground clearance
17 cm (+2.1)
13 cm
Wheelbase
266 cm (+0.1)
263.9 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
435 cm
17.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
436.9 cm
21.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
Height
158.5 cm
4.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
145 cm
2.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
182.5 cm
2.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
179.1 cm
2.6 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
17 cm
1.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
13 cm
0.9 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
Wheelbase
266 cm
6.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
263.9 cm
4.8 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2023 Hyundai Kona is in a completely different league for utility, beating the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback by an additional 218 L (SAE) of cargo space with the seats up. With its seats down, the 2023 Hyundai Kona has 1,300 L of space for your belongings, which 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.
466 L
N/A
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.
1,300 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.
722 L (+218)
504 L
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.
1,804 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.
174.2 L per m
N/A
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.
95.5 L per m²
N/A
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.
466 L
21 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
1,300 L
208 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
722 L
17 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
504 L
21 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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.
1,804 L
67 L less 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.
97%
VDA: below class average (-3%)
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 2023 Hyundai Kona and the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback offer seating for 5, meaning they are equally capable when it comes to carrying passengers. There’s a clear weight distinction here, with the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback being 93 kg more than its rival.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.6 m
N/A
Curb weight
1,295 kg
1,388 kg (+93)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
N/A
Curb weight
1,295 kg
337 kg lighter than the average Crossover
1,388 kg
135 kg heavier 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.
106%
6% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Hyundai Kona or 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Hyundai Kona 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 46 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 57.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
46 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
57.5 cm
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 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 47.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 56.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
47.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
56.5 cm
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