2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback vs 2022 Toyota RAV4
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback or 2022 Toyota RAV4?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2022 Toyota RAV4 would require an extra 22.6 cm of garage space length compared to the more compact 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. The 2022 Toyota RAV4 gains you 6.3 cm in width, likely providing extra elbow room inside compared to the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback, but you'll need more caution when navigating tight city streets. Height heavily favours the 2022 Toyota RAV4, which measures 25.2 cm taller than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. If you live in a rural area, the 2022 Toyota RAV4's 8.3 cm ground clearance lead over the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback is a major plus. The wheelbase on both vehicles is nearly identical, suggesting a similar level of high-speed stability.
Measurements
Length
436.9 cm
459.5 cm (+22.6)
Height
145 cm
170.2 cm (+25.2)
Body width
179.1 cm
185.4 cm (+6.3)
Ground clearance
13 cm
21.3 cm (+8.3)
Wheelbase
263.9 cm
269 cm (+5.1)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.8 m²
8.5 m² (+0.7)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
436.9 cm
21.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
459.5 cm
6.9 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
145 cm
2.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
170.2 cm
7.4 cm taller than the average Crossover
Body width
179.1 cm
2.6 cm wider than the average Hatchback
185.4 cm
0.5 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
13 cm
0.9 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
21.3 cm
3.2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
263.9 cm
4.8 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
269 cm
3.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.8 m²
0.5 m² larger footprint than the average Hatchback
8.5 m²
0.1 m² larger footprint than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
From a practicality standpoint, the 2022 Toyota RAV4 is far superior, providing a massive 561 L (SAE) advantage over the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback in the boot with the seats up. The 2022 Toyota RAV4 has a 1,690 L (VDA) cargo area with the seats down, which is way above average for its category.
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
580 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
1,690 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.
504 L
1,065 L (+561)
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
1,977 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
210.8 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.
N/A
113.7 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
580 L
135 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
1,690 L
182 L more 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.
504 L
21 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
1,065 L
326 L more 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
1,977 L
106 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
+15%
VDA: More space efficient than the average Crossover
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback and 2022 Toyota RAV4 come with a 5-door setup, providing identical passenger access. There is no advantage for either model when it comes to passenger numbers, since both offer a 5-seat configuration. With 145 kg less to pull around, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback may offer slightly sharper handling than the 2022 Toyota RAV4.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
N/A
11 m
Curb weight
1,388 kg
1,533 kg (+145)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
N/A
11 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,388 kg
135 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
1,533 kg
99 kg lighter than the average Crossover
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.
+1%
More manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback or 2022 Toyota RAV4 fit in a standard parking space?
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 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, and length clearance is 56.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
47.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
56.5 cm
2022 Toyota RAV4 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 44.5 cm per side, and length clearance is 45 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
44.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45 cm
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Vehicle specifications on this page are sourced from official Toyota 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.