2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan vs 2021 Volkswagen ID.4
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan or 2021 Volkswagen ID.4?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The length difference of just 4.6 cm between these two vehicles is marginal. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 gains you 7.1 cm in width, likely providing extra elbow room inside compared to the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan, but you'll need more caution when navigating tight city streets. With a 17.7 cm height advantage, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is better suited for those who prefer a higher view of the road ahead. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is 2.5 cm less likely to scrape its chin on a steep ramp than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan thanks to its higher ground clearance. Interior legroom will feel nearly identical, as the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 adds only 6.6 cm to the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan’s wheelbase.
Measurements
Length
463 cm (+4.6)
458.4 cm
Height
143.5 cm
161.2 cm (+17.7)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.1 cm
185.2 cm (+7.1)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
210.8 cm (+2.5)
Ground clearance
13.5 cm
16 cm (+6.6)
Wheelbase
270 cm
276.6 cm (+0.2)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
463 cm
9.9 cm shorter than the average Sedan
458.4 cm
5.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
143.5 cm
2.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
161.2 cm
1.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.1 cm
4.9 cm narrower than the average Sedan
185.2 cm
0.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
210.8 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
13.5 cm
0.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
16 cm
2.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
270 cm
8.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sedan
276.6 cm
4.2 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4’s boot space advantage with the seats up is massive, offering 858 L against the 371 L (SAE) in the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan. With the rear seats down, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan provides 1,575 L of space when using the VDA measurement method, which is way above average for sedan.
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
543 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
1,575 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.
371 L
858 L (+487)
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
1,818 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
197.3 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
106.5 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
543 L
98 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
1,575 L
67 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.
371 L
25 L less cargo volume than the average Sedan
858 L
119 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
1,818 L
53 L less 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.
108%
VDA: above class average (+8%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Choosing the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan means managing with 1 fewer door(s), but this usually means a cleaner looking side profile than the 5-door 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. Both the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan and the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 have seating for 5, so there is no difference in passenger capacity. In urban environments, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4's 0.7 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience. There's a monumental difference in mass; the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is a staggering 551 kg heavier than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.9 m (+0.7)
10.2 m
Curb weight
1,340 kg
1,891 kg (+551)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.9 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan
10.2 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,340 kg
182 kg lighter than the average Sedan
1,891 kg
259 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
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan or 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 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
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 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 45.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
44.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45.5 cm
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