2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs 2024 Ford Kuga
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2024 Ford Kuga?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is an additional 18.1 cm longer than the 2024 Ford Kuga, giving it a more elongated and sleek profile. In terms of width, there is almost nothing between them; the 2024 Ford Kuga is a mere 0.7 cm wider than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited utilises its extra 18.9 cm of height to maximise cabin volume, making it feel larger inside than the 2024 Ford Kuga. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited clears an additional 8 cm from the ground, ensuring its undercarriage stays safer from the road than the 2024 Ford Kuga. With an extra 29.7 cm between the wheels, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited should offer a noticeably smoother ride than the 2024 Ford Kuga.
Measurements
Length
478.5 cm (+18.1)
460.4 cm
Height
186.8 cm (+18.9)
167.9 cm
Body width
187.5 cm
188.2 cm (+0.7)
Width including mirrors
N/A
217.7 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm (+8)
16.6 cm
Wheelbase
300.8 cm (+29.7)
271.1 cm
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9 m² (+0.3)
8.7 m²
How each car compares with its class average
Length
478.5 cm
16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV
460.4 cm
7.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
167.9 cm
5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover
Body width
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
188.2 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width including mirrors
N/A
217.7 cm
11.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
16.6 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
271.1 cm
1.3 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9 m²
0.8 m² smaller footprint than the average SUV
8.7 m²
0.3 m² larger footprint than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2024 Ford Kuga has 412 L (VDA) of cargo space with the seats up, a figure that is average for its segment, while the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has 898 L under the SAE system. The 2024 Ford Kuga (1,534 L) and 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (2,050 L) use non-compatible measurement standards to compare against each other, but we can look at them in relation to cargo space vs their categories. The 2024 Ford Kuga has way above average room for its class, and the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has way above average room for its 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
412 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
1,534 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 (+97.1)
174.8 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 (+52.1)
92.9 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
412 L
33 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
1,534 L
26 L more 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
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.
+5%
SAE: More space efficient than the average SUV
-6%
VDA: Less space efficient than the average Crossover
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With more doors, the 2024 Ford Kuga is more practical for passengers to enter and exit. Whether you'd choose the 2024 Ford Kuga or the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, you’ll have space for up to 5 occupants. In urban environments, the 2024 Ford Kuga's 0.6 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience. At 386 kg lighter, the 2024 Ford Kuga is likely the more fun and engaging car to drive out of the two.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12 m (+0.6)
11.4 m
Curb weight
1,912 kg (+386)
1,526 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
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,912 kg
535 kg lighter than the average SUV
1,526 kg
106 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.
+1%
More manoeuvrable than the average SUV
-2%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2024 Ford Kuga 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 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 35.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
43.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
35.5 cm
2024 Ford Kuga 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 cm per side, and length clearance is 44.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
43 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
44.5 cm
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