2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway

Q: Which is bigger: the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway?

The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is longer than the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway by 68.6 cm (27 in). The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is wider than the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway by 9.1 cm (3.6 in). The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is taller than the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway by 33.3 cm (13.1 in).

Q: Which vehicle has more published cargo space: the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway?

The standard cargo figures use different measurement methods (VDA vs SAE), so we don’t compare them directly. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler has a standard SAE cargo capacity of 898 L and a largest SAE capacity of 2,050 L. The 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway has a standard VDA cargo capacity of 328 L and a largest VDA capacity of 1,108 L.

Q: Does the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway seat more passengers?

The 2018 Jeep Wrangler and the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway both seat up to 5 passengers.

Q: Which car is heavier: the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway?

The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is 835 kg (1,841 lb) heavier than the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway.

Q: Which car is easier to maneuver/park: the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway?

The 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway is easier to maneuver and park, with a smaller turning circle of 10.39 m (34.1 ft) compared with 12 m (39.4 ft) for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. In tight spaces, the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway is shorter overall and narrower, which makes it easier to fit and steer into parking bays.

Q: Which car is better for city driving, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway?

The 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway is better for city driving with a smaller turning circle of 10.39 m (34.1 ft) versus 12 m (39.4 ft) for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway is shorter at 409.9 cm (161.4 in) versus 478.5 cm (188.4 in) for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, and the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway is narrower at 178.4 cm (70.2 in) versus 187.5 cm (73.8 in) for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler.

Side view of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Side view of the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway

Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

At 68.6 cm longer, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited sits well ahead in terms of overall length. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s 9.1 cm width advantage over the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway might mean a wider interior cabin with more elbow room. Height heavily favours the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, which measures 33.3 cm taller than the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway. Sitting with 4.5 cm higher ground clearance, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is better prepared for those unexpected potholes than the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is 40.4 cm longer in the wheelbase, putting it in a completely different category of ride and comfort when compared to the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway.

Measurements

Length

478.5 cm (+68.6)

409.9 cm

Height

186.8 cm (+33.3)

153.5 cm

Width (excluding mirrors)

187.5 cm (+9.1)

178.4 cm

Width (including mirrors)

N/A (+4.5)

200.7 cm

Ground clearance

24.6 cm (+40.4)

20.1 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

409.9 cm

42.7 cm shorter than the average Crossover

Height

186.8 cm

3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV

153.5 cm

9.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover

Width (excluding mirrors)

187.5 cm

8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV

178.4 cm

6.5 cm narrower than the average Crossover

Width (including mirrors)

N/A

200.7 cm

5.7 cm narrower than the average Crossover

Ground clearance

24.6 cm

2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV

20.1 cm

2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover

Wheelbase

300.8 cm

10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV

260.4 cm

12 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover

Front view

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

These two cars follow different measurement methods: VDA for the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway and SAE for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, so instead of a direct cargo space comparison, segment averages are the best way to gauge their relative utility. The 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway’s 328 L capacity with seats up is below average for its class, and the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s 898 L capacity is above average for its class. These two brands use different logic for their total interior volume so it's impossible to compare them like-for-like; the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway provides 1,108 L (VDA) which for its segment is way above average, while the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is listed at 2,050 L (SAE) which is way above average for its segment.

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 (+125.3)

146.6 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 (+62.8)

82.2 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

328 L

117 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover

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

400 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover

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%)

83%

VDA: below class average (-17%)

Rear view

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

With 1 more door(s) than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. Both the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway and the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited offer seating for 5, meaning they are equally capable when it comes to carrying passengers. You’ll definitely feel the 1.61 m turning circle difference when parking; the 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway is clearly the more maneuverable of the two. The 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway is a featherweight compared to the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, which carries a huge 835 kg of additional weight.

Measurements

Doors

5 (+1)

Max. seats

Turning circle

12 m (+1.6)

10.4 m

Curb weight

1,912 kg (+835)

1,077 kg

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

12 m

0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV

10.4 m

0.9 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover

Curb weight

1,912 kg

535 kg lighter than the average SUV

1,077 kg

555 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

110%

10% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover

Parking

Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2020 Dacia Sandero Stepway 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 Stepway 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 cm at each end.