2024 Volkswagen Passat vs 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback
Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat or 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 54.8 cm longer, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat sits well ahead in terms of overall length. In terms of width, there is almost nothing between them; the 2024 Volkswagen Passat is a mere 5.8 cm wider than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. Neither car holds a significant height advantage, with the 2024 Volkswagen Passat measuring 4.7 cm taller than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. Even the 20.2 cm wheelbase advantage helps the 2024 Volkswagen Passat feel like a larger, more composed vehicle than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback.
Measurements
Length
491.7 cm (+54.8)
436.9 cm
Height
149.7 cm (+4.7)
145 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
184.9 cm (+5.8)
179.1 cm
Ground clearance
N/A (+20.2)
13 cm
Wheelbase
284.1 cm (+1.3)
263.9 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
491.7 cm
17.2 cm longer than the average Estate
436.9 cm
21.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
Height
149.7 cm
2.4 cm taller than the average Estate
145 cm
2.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
184.9 cm
0.8 cm wider than the average Estate
179.1 cm
2.6 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
N/A
13 cm
0.9 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
Wheelbase
284.1 cm
6.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Estate
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
Comparing 504 L (SAE) to 690 L (VDA) is difficult due to the differing measurement methods, but the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback’s seats up capacity is way above average for its size class. The 2024 Volkswagen Passat has 1,920 L (VDA) of cargo space with its seats down, which is below average compared to the class average for hatchback.
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.
690 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.
1,920 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.
N/A
504 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.
227.9 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.
123.2 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.
690 L
142 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
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.
1,920 L
351 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
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.
N/A
504 L
21 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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.
119%
VDA: above class average (+19%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both vehicles offer the same entry arrangement, with the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback and 2024 Volkswagen Passat each built in a 5-door format. There is no advantage for either model when it comes to passenger numbers, since both offer a 5-seat configuration. At 190 kg heavier, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat sits in a very different weight class to the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback, something that can have a noticeable impact on performance, economy, and wear on consumables.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12 m
N/A
Curb weight
1,578 kg (+190)
1,388 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12 m
0.8 m larger turning circle than the average Estate
N/A
Curb weight
1,578 kg
17 kg lighter than the average Estate
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.
94%
6% less manoeuvrable than the average Estate
Parking
Will the 2024 Volkswagen Passat or 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Volkswagen Passat 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 45 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 29 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
29 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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