2022 Toyota RAV4 vs 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan
Which is bigger, the 2022 Toyota RAV4 or 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With just 3.5 cm separating them, there’s little to distinguish the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan and the 2022 Toyota RAV4 in terms of overall length. The 2022 Toyota RAV4 is significantly wider, which may offer more shoulder room inside but could make tight parking garages more challenging. There is a staggering 26.7 cm between their rooflines, with the 2022 Toyota RAV4 looming high above the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan. You’ll feel much more confident on unpaved roads in the 2022 Toyota RAV4 thanks to that 7.8 cm height advantage over the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan. The 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan features a 1 cm longer wheelbase, a marginal difference that won't significantly change the turning circle.
Measurements
Length
459.5 cm
463 cm (+3.5)
Height
170.2 cm (+26.7)
143.5 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.4 cm (+7.3)
178.1 cm
Ground clearance
21.3 cm
13.5 cm (+1)
Wheelbase
269 cm (+0.3)
270 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
459.5 cm
6.9 cm longer than the average Crossover
463 cm
9.9 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Height
170.2 cm
7.4 cm taller than the average Crossover
143.5 cm
2.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.4 cm
0.5 cm wider than the average Crossover
178.1 cm
4.9 cm narrower than the average Sedan
Ground clearance
21.3 cm
3.2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
13.5 cm
0.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
Wheelbase
269 cm
3.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
270 cm
8.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Utility is at a different level in the 2022 Toyota RAV4, which offers a monumental 694 L (SAE) of surplus volume in the boot with the seats up. The 2022 Toyota RAV4's 0 L (VDA) capacity with the seats down is below 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.
580 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.
1,690 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.
1,065 L (+694)
371 L
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.
1,977 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.
210.8 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.
113.7 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.
580 L
135 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
1,690 L
182 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.
1,065 L
326 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
371 L
25 L less cargo volume than the average Sedan
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.
1,977 L
106 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.
115%
VDA: above class average (+15%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 4-door 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan means slightly less convenience for rear-seat access compared to the 2022 Toyota RAV4. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 5-seats. A minor 0.1 m in turning circle separates these two, meaning they handle tight car parks almost equally. The 2022 Toyota RAV4 is 193 kg further up the scales, trading agility for a more "planted" highway experience.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11 m (+0.1)
10.9 m
Curb weight
1,533 kg (+193)
1,340 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
10.9 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,533 kg
99 kg lighter than the average Crossover
1,340 kg
182 kg lighter than the average Sedan
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.
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
102%
2% more manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2022 Toyota RAV4 or 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan fit in a standard parking space?
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 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 44.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 45 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
44.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45 cm
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
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