2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs 2022 Chevrolet Equinox
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2022 Chevrolet Equinox?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 13.4 cm shorter, the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox could be the nimbler choice for city drivers compared to the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. In terms of width, there is almost nothing between them; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is a mere 3.1 cm wider than the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox. The height difference is quite significant, with the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited standing a substantial 20.7 cm taller than the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox. Sitting with 5.3 cm higher ground clearance, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is better prepared for those unexpected potholes than the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox. The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 28.3 cm shorter between the axles than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited.
Measurements
Length
478.5 cm (+13.4)
465.1 cm
Height
186.8 cm (+20.7)
166.1 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm (+3.1)
184.4 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm (+28.3)
19.3 cm
Wheelbase
300.8 cm (+0.4)
272.5 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
478.5 cm
16.9 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
Width (excluding mirrors)
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
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
272.5 cm
0.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Whether you use the boot or the full cabin for cargo space, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is roomier, offering a moderate 52 L more space with the seats up and a large 241 L (SAE) more with the seats down.
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.
898 L (+52)
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.
2,050 L (+241)
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.
271.9 L per m (+17.6)
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.
145 L per m² (+7.1)
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.
898 L
143 L more cargo volume than the average SUV
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.
2,050 L
688 L less cargo volume than the average SUV
1,809 L
62 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.
105%
SAE: above class average (+5%)
106%
SAE: above class average (+6%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 4-door 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited means slightly less convenience for rear-seat access compared to the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 5-seats. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited needs only a whisker more room to U-turn at 0.6 m wider, a difference you’d rarely notice in daily driving. At 427 kg heavier, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited sits in a very different weight class to the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, something that can have a noticeable impact on performance, economy, and wear on consumables.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12 m (+0.6)
11.4 m
Curb weight
1,912 kg (+427)
1,485 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
11.4 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,912 kg
535 kg lighter than the average SUV
1,485 kg
147 kg lighter 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.
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV
98%
2% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2022 Chevrolet Equinox fit in a standard parking space?
2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 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 43.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 35.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
43.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
35.5 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 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 45 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 42 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
42 cm
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