2024 Hyundai Santa Fe vs 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback
Which is bigger, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe or 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measured bumper to bumper, 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe extends 46.1 cm beyond 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback, marking a substantial length advantage. You might notice the 10.9 cm width difference when parking; the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe leaves a little less margin for error in the bay compared to the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. Height heavily favours the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe, which measures 33 cm taller than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is 4.7 cm less likely to scrape its chin on a steep ramp than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback thanks to its higher ground clearance. With a 17.6 cm longer wheelbase, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe steps into a more comfortable tier of ride quality than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback.
Measurements
Length
483 cm (+46.1)
436.9 cm
Height
178 cm (+33)
145 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
190 cm (+10.9)
179.1 cm
Ground clearance
17.7 cm (+17.6)
13 cm
Wheelbase
281.5 cm (+1.4)
263.9 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
483 cm
30.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
436.9 cm
21.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
Height
178 cm
15.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
145 cm
2.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
190 cm
5.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
179.1 cm
2.6 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
17.7 cm
0.4 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
13 cm
0.9 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
Wheelbase
281.5 cm
9.1 cm longer 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
With an extra 91 L (SAE) of boot space on offer with the seats up, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback could roughly accommodate an additional a large check-in suitcase that would struggle to fit in the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe's 1,949 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.
628 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.
1,949 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.
413 L
504 L (+91)
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.
2,254 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.
225.7 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.
118.8 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.
628 L
183 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.
1,949 L
441 L more 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.
413 L
326 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.
2,254 L
383 L more 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.
120%
VDA: above class average (+20%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback feature a 5-door configuration, offering the same level of accessibility for passengers. Opting for the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe greatly expands your passenger options, thanks to its 2-seat advantage over the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. There's a monumental difference in mass; the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is a staggering 512 kg heavier than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
7 (+2)
5
Turning circle
11.6 m
N/A
Curb weight
1,900 kg (+512)
1,388 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
N/A
Curb weight
1,900 kg
268 kg heavier 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.
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe or 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 42.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 33.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
42.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
33.5 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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