2021 Toyota Land Cruiser vs 2021 Volkswagen Polo
Which is bigger, the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser or 2021 Volkswagen Polo?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
There is a large difference in length between the two models, with the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser being 90.6 cm longer than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo. At 24.9 cm wider, the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser would better suit the open road, while the 2021 Volkswagen Polo would win for turning tight corners in a direct comparison. The roofline of the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser is 49.9 cm higher than that of the 2021 Volkswagen Polo, making the contrast immediately noticeable. Even the 29.8 cm wheelbase advantage helps the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser feel like a larger, more composed vehicle than the 2021 Volkswagen Polo.
Measurements
Length
498 cm (+90.6)
407.4 cm
Height
195 cm (+49.9)
145.1 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
200 cm (+24.9)
175.1 cm
Ground clearance
23.5 cm (+29.8)
N/A
Wheelbase
285 cm (+2.8)
255.2 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
498 cm
2.6 cm longer than the average SUV
407.4 cm
7.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Height
195 cm
4.9 cm taller than the average SUV
145.1 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
200 cm
4.3 cm wider than the average SUV
175.1 cm
1.4 cm narrower than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
23.5 cm
1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
N/A
Wheelbase
285 cm
5.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average SUV
255.2 cm
3.9 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Hatchback
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2021 Volkswagen Polo’s confirmed 351 L (VDA) capacity is average for its class, serving as our primary reference point for this matchup. The 2021 Volkswagen Polo has 1,125 L (VDA) of cargo space with its seats down, which is below average compared to the class average for suv.
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
351 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
1,125 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
152.7 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
87.2 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
351 L
8 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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
1,125 L
7 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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.
105%
VDA: above class average (+5%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser and 2021 Volkswagen Polo feature a 5-door configuration, offering the same level of accessibility for passengers. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 5-seats. The 2021 Volkswagen Polo is noticeably more agile in tight spots, boasting a turning circle 1.2 m tighter than the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser. The 2021 Volkswagen Polo is a featherweight compared to the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser, which carries a huge 1,438 kg of additional weight.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.8 m (+1.2)
10.6 m
Curb weight
2,495 kg (+1,438)
1,057 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.8 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average SUV
10.6 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
Curb weight
2,495 kg
48 kg heavier than the average SUV
1,057 kg
196 kg lighter than the average Hatchback
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.
100%
0% less manoeuvrable than the average SUV
100%
0% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
Parking
Will the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser or 2021 Volkswagen Polo fit in a standard parking space?
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
2021 Volkswagen Polo 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 49.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 71 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
49.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
71 cm
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