2023 Hyundai Kona vs 2021 Volkswagen Polo
Which is bigger, the 2023 Hyundai Kona or 2021 Volkswagen Polo?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2023 Hyundai Kona would require an extra 27.6 cm of garage space length compared to the more compact 2021 Volkswagen Polo. There is a moderate step up in width; the 2023 Hyundai Kona extends 7.4 cm further than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo. Standing over 13.4 cm higher, the 2023 Hyundai Kona offers a more elevated seating position and a more commanding view of the road compared to the lower 2021 Volkswagen Polo. The 2023 Hyundai Kona offers 10.8 cm more between the tires thanks to its wheelbase advantage, which is usually a sign of a more spacious cabin.
Measurements
Length
435 cm (+27.6)
407.4 cm
Height
158.5 cm (+13.4)
145.1 cm
Body width
182.5 cm (+7.4)
175.1 cm
Ground clearance
17 cm
N/A
Wheelbase
266 cm (+10.8)
255.2 cm
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.9 m² (+0.8)
7.1 m²
How each car compares with its class average
Length
435 cm
17.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
407.4 cm
7.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Height
158.5 cm
4.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
145.1 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Body width
182.5 cm
2.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
175.1 cm
1.4 cm narrower than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
17 cm
1.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
N/A
Wheelbase
266 cm
6.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
255.2 cm
3.9 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Hatchback
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.9 m²
0.5 m² smaller footprint than the average Crossover
7.1 m²
0.2 m² smaller footprint than the average Hatchback
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2023 Hyundai Kona takes the lead in both seating states, providing an extra 115 L for your luggage with the seats up and a small 175 L (VDA) more with them 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.
466 L (+115)
351 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.
1,300 L (+175)
1,125 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.
722 L
N/A
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 (+21.5)
152.7 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.
95.5 L per m² (+8.3)
87.2 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.
466 L
21 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
351 L
8 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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
1,125 L
7 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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
N/A
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
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.
-3%
VDA: Less space efficient than the average Crossover
+5%
VDA: More space efficient than the average Hatchback
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2023 Hyundai Kona and 2021 Volkswagen Polo come with a 5-door setup, providing identical passenger access. Whether you'd choose the 2023 Hyundai Kona or the 2021 Volkswagen Polo, you’ll have space for up to 5 occupants. Both vehicles share the exact same turning circle of 10.6 m, meaning they require the same amount of space for a full U-turn. The 238 kg weight gap will have a major impact on fuel consumption and overall driving dynamics.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.6 m
10.6 m
Curb weight
1,295 kg (+238)
1,057 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
10.6 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
Curb weight
1,295 kg
337 kg lighter than the average Crossover
1,057 kg
196 kg lighter than the average Hatchback
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.
+6%
More manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
About average
About average for a Hatchback
Parking
Will the 2023 Hyundai Kona or 2021 Volkswagen Polo 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 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, and length clearance is 57.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
46 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
57.5 cm
2021 Volkswagen Polo 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 49.5 cm per side, and length clearance is 71 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
49.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
71 cm
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Vehicle specifications on this page are sourced from official Hyundai and Volkswagen 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.