2024 Hyundai Santa Fe vs 2023 Toyota Prius
Which is bigger, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe or 2023 Toyota Prius?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measuring 23.1 cm more from front to rear bumper, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe provides that extra bit of "stretch" over the 2023 Toyota Prius. At 11.8 cm wider, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe occupies a bit more of the lane than the 2023 Toyota Prius, giving it more road presence. The difference in height is dramatic, with the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe standing 36 cm taller than the 2023 Toyota Prius. The 4 cm increase in ground clearance from the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is just enough to make a positive difference on a gravel driveway vs the 2023 Toyota Prius. Interior legroom will feel nearly identical, as the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe adds only 6.5 cm to the 2023 Toyota Prius’s wheelbase.
Measurements
Length
483 cm (+23.1)
459.9 cm
Height
178 cm (+36)
142 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
190 cm (+11.8)
178.2 cm
Ground clearance
17.7 cm (+6.5)
13.7 cm
Wheelbase
281.5 cm (+1)
275 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
483 cm
30.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
459.9 cm
44.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
Height
178 cm
15.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
142 cm
5.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
190 cm
5.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
178.2 cm
1.7 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
17.7 cm
0.4 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
13.7 cm
0.2 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
Wheelbase
281.5 cm
9.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
275 cm
15.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is in a completely different league for utility, beating the 2023 Toyota Prius by an additional 344 L (VDA) of cargo space with the seats up. With its seats down, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe has 1,949 L of space for your belongings, which 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 (+344)
284 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.
1,949 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
674 L (+261)
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
284 L
59 L less 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.
1,949 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
674 L
149 L more 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
Door count is consistent across the two models, with both the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2023 Toyota Prius featuring 5 doors. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe can handle 2 additional passengers than the 2023 Toyota Prius, which is a decent step up in practicality. The 1.1 m turning circle difference means the 2023 Toyota Prius might clear a U-turn where the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe requires a bit more care. The 355 kg weight gap will have a major impact on fuel consumption and overall driving dynamics.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
7 (+2)
5
Turning circle
11.6 m (+1.1)
10.5 m
Curb weight
1,900 kg (+355)
1,545 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
Curb weight
1,900 kg
268 kg heavier than the average Crossover
1,545 kg
292 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
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
Parking
Will the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe or 2023 Toyota Prius 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 Prius 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 45 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45 cm
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