2023 Toyota Prius vs 2024 Volkswagen Golf
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Prius or 2024 Volkswagen Golf?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2023 Toyota Prius is an additional 31.7 cm longer than the 2024 Volkswagen Golf, giving it a more elongated and sleek profile. The 2024 Volkswagen Golf measures just 0.7 cm wider than the 2023 Toyota Prius, an incremental difference that shouldn't influence your buying decision, unless it just tips if it fits in your garage! The 2024 Volkswagen Golf gains 6.3 cm in height over the 2023 Toyota Prius, which often translates to more generous interior headroom. The 2023 Toyota Prius offers a slightly longer wheelbase, which typically translates to a smoother ride over bumps.
Measurements
Length
459.9 cm (+31.7)
428.2 cm
Height
142 cm
148.3 cm (+6.3)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.2 cm
178.9 cm (+0.7)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
207.3 cm
Ground clearance
13.7 cm (+13)
N/A
Wheelbase
275 cm (+0.5)
262 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
459.9 cm
44.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
428.2 cm
13 cm longer than the average Hatchback
Height
142 cm
5.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
148.3 cm
0.4 cm taller than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.2 cm
1.7 cm wider than the average Hatchback
178.9 cm
2.4 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
207.3 cm
7.8 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
13.7 cm
0.2 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
N/A
Wheelbase
275 cm
15.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
262 cm
2.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2024 Volkswagen Golf is the standout hatchback here, offering a generous 97 L (VDA) more than its rival.
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
381 L (+97)
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
381 L
38 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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
In terms of door count, the 2023 Toyota Prius and 2024 Volkswagen Golf are matched exactly, each featuring 5 doors. You get the same number of seats in both models, as the 2023 Toyota Prius and the 2024 Volkswagen Golf are each configured for 5 passengers. The 2023 Toyota Prius is the slightly nimbler of the two when pulling a U-turn, though by a very narrow 0.6 m margin. At 238 kg lighter, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf is likely the more fun and engaging car to drive out of the two.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.5 m
11.1 m (+0.6)
Curb weight
1,545 kg (+238)
1,307 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
11.1 m
0.7 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
Curb weight
1,545 kg
292 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
1,307 kg
54 kg heavier 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.
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
94%
6% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Prius or 2024 Volkswagen Golf 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
2024 Volkswagen Golf 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 60.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
60.5 cm
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