2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs 2022 Ford Maverick
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2022 Ford Maverick?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2022 Ford Maverick is an additional 28.7 cm longer than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, giving it a more elongated and sleek profile. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is barely wider than the 2022 Ford Maverick, with a tiny 3.1 cm gap that you’d need a tape measure to truly spot. Standing over 12.3 cm higher, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited offers a more elevated seating position and a more commanding view of the road compared to the lower 2022 Ford Maverick. Interior legroom will feel nearly identical, as the 2022 Ford Maverick adds only 6.8 cm to the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s wheelbase.
Measurements
Length
478.5 cm
507.2 cm (+28.7)
Height
186.8 cm (+12.3)
174.5 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm (+3.1)
184.4 cm
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
212.1 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
N/A (+6.8)
Wheelbase
300.8 cm
307.6 cm (+0.4)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
478.5 cm
16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV
507.2 cm
35.5 cm shorter than the average Pickup
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
174.5 cm
12.3 cm shorter than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
184.4 cm
10 cm narrower than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
212.1 cm
10.8 cm narrower than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
N/A
Wheelbase
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
307.6 cm
23.4 cm shorter 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 Maverick offers a massive 45 L advantage for your luggage, yet the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited counters with a huge 1,107 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
943 L (+45)
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 (+1,107)
943 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 (+86)
185.9 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 (+44.2)
100.8 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
943 L
494 L less 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
943 L
584 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%)
82%
SAE: below class average (-18%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
When it comes to doors, there is no difference between the 2022 Ford Maverick and 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, with each using a 4-door configuration. In terms of passenger capacity, there is no difference here, with both vehicles providing a maximum of 5 seats. The maneuverability is nearly the same, with the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited holding a slim 0.2 m turning circle advantage. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is 295.9 kg further up the scales, trading agility for a more "planted" highway experience.
Measurements
Doors
4
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12 m
12.2 m (+0.2)
Curb weight
1,912 kg (+296)
1,616 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
12.2 m
0.9 m smaller turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
1,912 kg
535 kg lighter than the average SUV
1,616 kg
635 kg lighter 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
108%
8% more manoeuvrable than the average Pickup
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2022 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick 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 21 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
21 cm
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