2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs 2020 Dacia Sandero
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2020 Dacia Sandero?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The figures show the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is 69.7 cm longer in comparison to the 2020 Dacia Sandero, which is a significant difference. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is significantly wider, which may offer more shoulder room inside but could make tight parking garages more challenging. The height contrast is vast; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited stands a massive 36.9 cm taller than the 2020 Dacia Sandero, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited clears obstacles by an extra 8.4 cm, making the 2020 Dacia Sandero look quite low to the ground in comparison. Rear legroom in the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited should be superior to the 2020 Dacia Sandero, thanks to that 40.4 cm wheelbase increase.
Measurements
Length
478.5 cm (+69.7)
408.8 cm
Height
186.8 cm (+36.9)
149.9 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm (+9.1)
178.4 cm
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+8.4)
200.7 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm (+40.4)
16.2 cm
Wheelbase
300.8 cm (+1.7)
260.4 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
478.5 cm
16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV
408.8 cm
6.4 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
149.9 cm
2 cm taller than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
178.4 cm
1.9 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
200.7 cm
1.2 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
16.2 cm
2.3 cm more ground clearance than the average Hatchback
Wheelbase
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
260.4 cm
1.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The VDA-rated 2020 Dacia Sandero and SAE-rated 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited can't be compared directly for cargo space; however, 2020 Dacia Sandero offers 328 L which is average for hatchback. We can't declare a definitive winner on cargo space alone due to the differing VDA and SAE standards for these two vehicles, but the 2020 Dacia Sandero has way above average space for its size class.
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
328 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
1,108 L
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
N/A
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
N/A
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 (+124.9)
147 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 (+62.6)
82.4 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
328 L
15 L less 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
1,108 L
10 L less 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.
898 L
143 L more cargo volume than the average SUV
N/A
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
N/A
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%)
99%
VDA: below class average (-1%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 1 more door(s) than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, the 2020 Dacia Sandero should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. Both the 2020 Dacia Sandero and the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited have seating for 5, so there is no difference in passenger capacity. You’d be hard-pressed to tell the difference doing a U-turn, as the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has a turning circle of only 1.47 m wider than the 2020 Dacia Sandero. The 2020 Dacia Sandero is a featherweight compared to the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, which carries a huge 897 kg of additional weight.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12 m (+1.5)
10.5 m
Curb weight
1,912 kg (+897)
1,015 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
Curb weight
1,912 kg
535 kg lighter than the average SUV
1,015 kg
238 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.
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV
99%
1% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2020 Dacia Sandero 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
2020 Dacia Sandero 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 70.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
70.5 cm
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