2022 Volkswagen Virtus vs 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback
Which is bigger, the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus or 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 19.2 cm longer, the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus offers a bit more physical presence on the road without sacrificing much in the way of urban agility compared to the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. The 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback measures just 3.9 cm wider than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus, an incremental difference that shouldn't influence your buying decision, unless it just tips if it fits in your garage! The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus offers an extra 5.7 cm of height, providing a bit more clearance and a more upright cabin feel than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. The extra 4.9 cm of clearance helps the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus feel a bit more robust in daily driving. The wheelbase on both vehicles is nearly identical, suggesting a similar level of high-speed stability.
Measurements
Length
456.1 cm (+19.2)
436.9 cm
Height
150.7 cm (+5.7)
145 cm
Body width
175.2 cm
179.1 cm (+3.9)
Ground clearance
17.9 cm (+4.9)
13 cm
Wheelbase
265.1 cm (+1.2)
263.9 cm
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
8 m² (+0.2)
7.8 m²
How each car compares with its class average
Length
456.1 cm
16.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
436.9 cm
21.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
Height
150.7 cm
4.9 cm taller than the average Sedan
145 cm
2.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Body width
175.2 cm
7.8 cm narrower than the average Sedan
179.1 cm
2.6 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
17.9 cm
3.9 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan
13 cm
0.9 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
Wheelbase
265.1 cm
13 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sedan
263.9 cm
4.8 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
8 m²
0.7 m² smaller footprint than the average Sedan
7.8 m²
0.5 m² larger footprint than the average Hatchback
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The SAE-rated 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback and VDA-rated 2022 Volkswagen Virtus can't be compared directly for cargo space; however, 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback offers 504 L which is way above average for hatchback. With its seats down, the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus has 1,050 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.
521 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.
1,050 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.
154.8 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.
88.4 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.
521 L
46 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
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
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 1 more door(s) than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. Both the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback and the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus have seating for 5, so there is no difference in passenger capacity. At 288 kg heavier, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback sits in a very different weight class to the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus, something that can have a noticeable impact on performance, economy, and wear on consumables.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.1 m
N/A
Curb weight
1,100 kg
1,388 kg (+288)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.1 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan
N/A
Curb weight
1,100 kg
422 kg lighter than the average Sedan
1,388 kg
135 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
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.
+9%
More manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus or 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback fit in a standard parking space?
2022 Volkswagen Virtus 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 49.5 cm per side, and length clearance is 46.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
49.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
46.5 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 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
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Vehicle specifications on this page are sourced from official Volkswagen and 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.