2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning is over 112.6 cm longer than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, which is an enormous difference in length. At 15.7 cm wider, the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning belongs to a completely different size class, offering a potential level of shoulder room the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited can't match. Standing over 12.1 cm higher, the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning offers a more elevated seating position and a more commanding view of the road compared to the lower 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited sits 3.3 cm higher off the ground than the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning, providing a helpful extra margin of safety when driving over gravel or light debris. With a 68.8 cm shorter wheelbase, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is the clear winner for tight multi-storey car parks compared to the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning.
Measurements
Length
478.5 cm
591.1 cm (+112.6)
Height
186.8 cm
198.9 cm (+12.1)
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
203.2 cm (+15.7)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+3.3)
243.8 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
21.3 cm (+68.8)
Wheelbase
300.8 cm
369.6 cm (+3)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
478.5 cm
16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV
591.1 cm
48.4 cm longer than the average Pickup
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
198.9 cm
12.1 cm taller than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
203.2 cm
8.8 cm wider than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
243.8 cm
20.9 cm wider than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
21.3 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
Wheelbase
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
369.6 cm
38.6 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
This is a significant split in design; the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning offers a massive 597 L advantage for your luggage, yet the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited counters with a huge 555 L lead for total hauling 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
1,495 L (+597)
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 (+555)
1,495 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
400 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 (+19)
252.9 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 (+20.6)
124.5 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
1,495 L
58 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
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
1,495 L
32 L less cargo volume than the average Pickup
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%)
101%
SAE: above class average (+1%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning and 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited feature a 4-door configuration, offering the same level of accessibility for passengers. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 5-seats. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited can practically turn on a sixpence compared to the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning, which is hampered by a 2.6 m wider turning circle. You’ll feel every bit of that 816 kg difference when trying to accelerate or change direction in the 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning compared to 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited.
Measurements
Doors
4
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12 m
14.6 m (+2.6)
Curb weight
1,912 kg
2,728 kg (+816)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
14.6 m
1.5 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
1,912 kg
535 kg lighter than the average SUV
2,728 kg
477 kg heavier than the average Pickup
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
88%
12% less manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2022 Ford F‑150 Lightning 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 Ford F‑150 Lightning 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: exceeds the bay's length by 42 cm.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
35.5 cm
Length over bay
42 cm
Overall length. Primary constraint.
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