2023 Toyota Prius vs 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Prius or 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser sits 38.1 cm longer than the 2023 Toyota Prius, representing a noticeable step up in total length. The 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser is a substantial 21.8 cm wider than the 2023 Toyota Prius, which will be immediately obvious the moment you pull into a standard parking space. The difference in height is dramatic, with the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser standing 53 cm taller than the 2023 Toyota Prius. If you live in a rural area, the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser's 9.8 cm ground clearance lead over the 2023 Toyota Prius is a major plus. The 2023 Toyota Prius will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 10 cm shorter between the axles than the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Measurements
Length
459.9 cm
498 cm (+38.1)
Height
142 cm
195 cm (+53)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.2 cm
200 cm (+21.8)
Ground clearance
13.7 cm
23.5 cm (+10)
Wheelbase
275 cm
285 cm (+1.8)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
459.9 cm
44.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
498 cm
2.6 cm longer than the average SUV
Height
142 cm
5.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
195 cm
4.9 cm taller than the average SUV
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.2 cm
1.7 cm wider than the average Hatchback
200 cm
4.3 cm wider than the average SUV
Ground clearance
13.7 cm
0.2 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
23.5 cm
1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
Wheelbase
275 cm
15.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
285 cm
5.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average SUV
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2023 Toyota Prius provides a below average 284 L for the suv segment for cargo space with the seats up.
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.
284 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.
674 L
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.
284 L
59 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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.
674 L
149 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
N/A
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
When it comes to doors, there is no difference between the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser and 2023 Toyota Prius, with each using a 5-door configuration. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 5-seats. You’ll find the 2023 Toyota Prius a bit easier to flip around in a narrow street thanks to its 1.3 m turning circle advantage. The 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser is in a different weight class entirely, sitting 950 kg higher on the scales than the 2023 Toyota Prius.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.5 m
11.8 m (+1.3)
Curb weight
1,545 kg
2,495 kg (+950)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
11.8 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average SUV
Curb weight
1,545 kg
292 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
2,495 kg
48 kg heavier than the average SUV
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.
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
100%
0% less manoeuvrable than the average SUV
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Prius or 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser fit in a standard parking space?
2023 Toyota Prius 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 45 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45 cm
2021 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 37.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 26 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
37.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
26 cm
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