2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan vs 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan or 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
While not a massive leap, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan is 27.4 cm longer than the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric. In terms of width, there is almost nothing between them; the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric is a mere 4.5 cm wider than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan. The 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric is designed for easy entry and a more upright seating position when compared to the lower height 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan. Both cars are tuned for a similar ride height, despite the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric’s 1.5 cm ground clearance advantage. Any difference in rear legroom will be practically unnoticeable, as the wheelbase is only 4.1 cm longer in the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan.
Measurements
Length
463 cm (+27.4)
435.6 cm
Height
143.5 cm
157.5 cm (+14)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.1 cm
182.6 cm (+4.5)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
210 cm (+1.5)
Ground clearance
13.5 cm (+4.1)
15 cm
Wheelbase
270 cm (+0.3)
265.9 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
463 cm
9.9 cm shorter than the average Sedan
435.6 cm
17 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
143.5 cm
2.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
157.5 cm
5.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.1 cm
4.9 cm narrower than the average Sedan
182.6 cm
2.3 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
210 cm
3.6 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
13.5 cm
0.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
15 cm
3.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
270 cm
8.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sedan
265.9 cm
6.5 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Utility is at a different level in the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, which offers a monumental 351 L (SAE) of surplus volume in the boot with the seats up. The 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric's 1,300 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
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.
371 L
722 L (+351)
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
Frunk capacity
N/A
27 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 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
95.3 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.
371 L
25 L less cargo volume than the average Sedan
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.
96%
VDA: below class average (-4%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 4-door 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan means slightly less convenience for rear-seat access compared to the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric. In terms of seating capacity, the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric matches the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan exactly, with each accommodating up to 5 people. The vehicles have a near identical turning circle, with just a 0.3 m difference. At 280 kg lighter, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan is likely the more fun and engaging car to drive out of the two.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.9 m (+0.3)
10.6 m
Curb weight
1,340 kg
1,620 kg (+280)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.9 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,340 kg
182 kg lighter than the average Sedan
1,620 kg
12 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.
102%
2% more manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
106%
6% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan or 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan 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 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 43.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
43.5 cm
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric 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 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
46 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
57 cm
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