2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan vs 2020 Toyota Highlander
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan or 2020 Toyota Highlander?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2020 Toyota Highlander is an additional 32 cm longer than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan, giving it a more elongated and sleek profile. Both cars are well-matched in width, with the 2020 Toyota Highlander adding only 14.9 cm to the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan’s profile. The difference in height is dramatic, with the 2020 Toyota Highlander standing 29.5 cm taller than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan. The 2020 Toyota Highlander can handle deeper ruts and taller bumps thanks to its 6.8 cm clearance advantage over the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan. The 2020 Toyota Highlander offers a slightly longer wheelbase, which typically translates to a smoother ride over bumps.
Measurements
Length
463 cm
495 cm (+32)
Height
143.5 cm
173 cm (+29.5)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.1 cm
193 cm (+14.9)
Ground clearance
13.5 cm
20.3 cm (+15)
Wheelbase
270 cm
285 cm (+1.3)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
463 cm
9.9 cm shorter than the average Sedan
495 cm
42.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
143.5 cm
2.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
173 cm
10.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.1 cm
4.9 cm narrower than the average Sedan
193 cm
8.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
13.5 cm
0.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
20.3 cm
2.2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
270 cm
8.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sedan
285 cm
12.6 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2020 Toyota Highlander is the clear choice for those needing more packing room, boasting a 82 L (SAE) lead in standard cargo space with all seats upright. With the rear seats down, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan provides 2,387 L of space when using the SAE measurement method, which is way above average for sedan.
Measurements
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.
371 L
453 L (+82)
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
2,387 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
228.3 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
118.3 L per m²
How each car compares with its class average
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.
371 L
25 L less cargo volume than the average Sedan
453 L
286 L less 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
2,387 L
516 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
90%
SAE: below class average (-10%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 1 more door(s) than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan, the 2020 Toyota Highlander should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. Choosing the 2020 Toyota Highlander fundamentally changes your passenger options, adding 3 more seats over the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan. The vehicles have a near identical turning circle, with just a 0.5 m difference. This 540 kg weight gap is massive, fundamentally changing everything from braking to suspension wear.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
8 (+3)
Turning circle
10.9 m
11.4 m (+0.5)
Curb weight
1,340 kg
1,880 kg (+540)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.9 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan
11.4 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,340 kg
182 kg lighter than the average Sedan
1,880 kg
248 kg heavier than the average Crossover
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.
102%
2% more manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan or 2020 Toyota Highlander fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan 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 43.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
43.5 cm
2020 Toyota Highlander 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 41 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 27.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
41 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
27.5 cm
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