2021 Toyota Land Cruiser vs 2023 Hyundai Kona
Which is bigger, the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser or 2023 Hyundai Kona?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 63 cm longer, the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser sits well ahead in terms of overall length. At 17.5 cm wider, the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser has a noticeably broader stance than the 2023 Hyundai Kona, giving it a more planted feel on the road at the cost of some agility in parking spaces. The roofline of the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser is 36.5 cm higher than that of the 2023 Hyundai Kona, making the contrast immediately noticeable. There’s a clear shift in capability here, with the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser offering 6.5 cm more clearance than the 2023 Hyundai Kona. The 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser offers a slightly longer wheelbase, which typically translates to a smoother ride over bumps.
Measurements
Length
498 cm (+63)
435 cm
Height
195 cm (+36.5)
158.5 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
200 cm (+17.5)
182.5 cm
Ground clearance
23.5 cm (+19)
17 cm
Wheelbase
285 cm (+2)
266 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
498 cm
2.6 cm longer than the average SUV
435 cm
17.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
195 cm
4.9 cm taller than the average SUV
158.5 cm
4.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
200 cm
4.3 cm wider than the average SUV
182.5 cm
2.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
23.5 cm
1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
17 cm
1.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
285 cm
5.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average SUV
266 cm
6.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2023 Hyundai Kona features a 466 L (VDA) boot with the seats up, which is average for its category. The 2023 Hyundai Kona offers 1,300 L (VDA) of total cargo volume, which is way above average for crossover.
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
466 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
1,300 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.
N/A
722 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.
N/A
1,804 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
174.2 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
95.5 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.
N/A
466 L
21 L more 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
1,300 L
208 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.
N/A
722 L
17 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
1,804 L
67 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
When it comes to doors, there is no difference between the 2023 Hyundai Kona and 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser, with each using a 5-door configuration. In terms of seating capacity, the 2023 Hyundai Kona matches the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser exactly, with each accommodating up to 5 people. You’ll appreciate the 1.2 m tighter turning circle of the 2023 Hyundai Kona when navigating cramped multi-storey car parks. From an agility perspective, the 2023 Hyundai Kona wins by a landslide, weighing 1,200 kg less than the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.8 m (+1.2)
10.6 m
Curb weight
2,495 kg (+1,200)
1,295 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.8 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average SUV
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
2,495 kg
48 kg heavier than the average SUV
1,295 kg
337 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.
100%
0% less manoeuvrable than the average SUV
106%
6% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser or 2023 Hyundai Kona fit in a standard parking space?
2021 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 37.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 26 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
37.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
26 cm
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
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