2023 Hyundai Kona vs 2022 Volkswagen Virtus
Which is bigger, the 2023 Hyundai Kona or 2022 Volkswagen Virtus?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus sits 21.1 cm longer than the 2023 Hyundai Kona, representing a noticeable step up in total length. The 2023 Hyundai Kona is significantly wider, which may offer more shoulder room inside but could make tight parking garages more challenging. The 2023 Hyundai Kona stands 7.8 cm taller than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus, which may offer a slightly easier entry point and potentially more headroom. There is a negligible difference in ground clearance, with the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus sitting just 0.9 cm higher off the ground than the 2023 Hyundai Kona. The 2023 Hyundai Kona is slightly more stable at speed thanks to a 0.9 cm longer wheelbase than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus, though the effect is minimal.
Measurements
Length
435 cm
456.1 cm (+21.1)
Height
158.5 cm (+7.8)
150.7 cm
Body width
182.5 cm (+7.3)
175.2 cm
Ground clearance
17 cm
17.9 cm (+0.9)
Wheelbase
266 cm (+0.9)
265.1 cm
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.9 m²
8 m² (+0.1)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
435 cm
17.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
456.1 cm
16.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Height
158.5 cm
4.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
150.7 cm
4.9 cm taller than the average Sedan
Body width
182.5 cm
2.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
175.2 cm
7.8 cm narrower than the average Sedan
Ground clearance
17 cm
1.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
17.9 cm
3.9 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan
Wheelbase
266 cm
6.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
265.1 cm
13 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sedan
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.9 m²
0.5 m² smaller footprint than the average Crossover
8 m²
0.7 m² smaller footprint than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
This is a significant split in design; the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus offers a massive 55 L advantage for your luggage, yet the 2023 Hyundai Kona counters with a huge 250 L lead for total hauling 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.
466 L
521 L (+55)
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 (+250)
1,050 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 (+19.4)
154.8 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.
95.5 L per m² (+7.1)
88.4 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
521 L
46 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
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
1,050 L
Class benchmark unavailable.
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
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Choosing the 2023 Hyundai Kona gains you extra access points, making its 5-door layout more versatile for daily duties than the 4-door 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. There is no advantage for either model when it comes to passenger numbers, since both offer a 5-seat configuration. The 2023 Hyundai Kona needs only a whisker more room to U-turn at 0.5 m wider, a difference you’d rarely notice in daily driving. At 195 kg lighter, the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is likely the more fun and engaging car to drive out of the two.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.6 m (+0.5)
10.1 m
Curb weight
1,295 kg (+195)
1,100 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
10.1 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,295 kg
337 kg lighter than the average Crossover
1,100 kg
422 kg lighter than the average Sedan
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
+9%
More manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2023 Hyundai Kona or 2022 Volkswagen Virtus 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
2022 Volkswagen Virtus 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 46.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
49.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
46.5 cm
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Frequently asked questions
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