2018 Jeep Wrangler vs 2022 Chevrolet Equinox
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2022 Chevrolet Equinox?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The length difference totals 41.4 cm, clearly separating the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox and 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is barely wider than the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, with a tiny 3.1 cm gap that you’d need a tape measure to truly spot. A 20.7 cm height difference means the 2018 Jeep Wrangler will feel much more substantial when you're behind the wheel compared to the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is 5.3 cm less likely to scrape its chin on a steep ramp than the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox thanks to its higher ground clearance. If you drive these cars, you'll notice the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox feels a bit more planted on the motorway thanks to its 26.5 cm wheelbase advantage.
Measurements
Length
423.7 cm
465.1 cm (+41.4)
Height
186.8 cm (+20.7)
166.1 cm
Body width
187.5 cm (+3.1)
184.4 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm (+5.3)
19.3 cm
Wheelbase
246 cm
272.5 cm (+26.5)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.9 m²
8.6 m² (+0.7)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
423.7 cm
71.7 cm shorter than the average SUV
465.1 cm
12.5 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
166.1 cm
3.3 cm taller than the average Crossover
Body width
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
184.4 cm
0.5 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
19.3 cm
1.2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
246 cm
44.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average SUV
272.5 cm
0.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.9 m²
1.8 m² smaller footprint than the average SUV
8.6 m²
0.2 m² larger footprint than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
With its seats up, the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox has 846 L of space for your belongings, which is way above average for its segment. The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox's 1,809 L (SAE) capacity with the seats down is way above average for its segment.
Measurements
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.
N/A
846 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.
N/A
1,809 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
254.4 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
137.9 L per m²
How each car compares with its class average
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.
N/A
846 L
107 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
1,809 L
62 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
DriveSize space efficiency
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 values compare with VDA class averages, and SAE values compare with SAE class averages. Positive percentages indicate more space efficiency and negative percentages indicate less.
+6%
SAE: More space efficient than the average Crossover
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With an extra 3 doors, the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox makes loading child seats or shopping easier than in the 2-door 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox gains the edge with an extra seat, allowing you to carry one additional passenger. In urban environments, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler's 0.9 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience. The 316 kg weight gap will have a major impact on fuel consumption and overall driving dynamics.
Measurements
Doors
2
5 (+3)
Max. seats
4
5 (+1)
Turning circle
10.5 m
11.4 m (+0.9)
Curb weight
1,801 kg (+316)
1,485 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
1.5 m smaller turning circle than the average SUV
11.4 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,801 kg
646 kg lighter than the average SUV
1,485 kg
147 kg lighter than the average Crossover
DriveSize manoeuvrability
DriveSize manoeuvrability combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
A positive percentage means more manoeuvrable than the class average and a negative percentage means less manoeuvrable.
+15%
More manoeuvrable than the average SUV
-2%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2022 Chevrolet Equinox fit in a standard parking space?
2018 Jeep Wrangler 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 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 43.5 cm per side, and length clearance is 63 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
43.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
63 cm
2022 Chevrolet Equinox 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 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 45 cm per side, and length clearance is 42 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
42 cm
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