2018 Jeep Wrangler vs 2023 Honda CR‑V
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2023 Honda CR‑V?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The figures show the 2023 Honda CR‑V is 45.7 cm longer in comparison to the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, which is a significant difference. There’s a marginal 0.8 cm width difference; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is effectively the same width as the 2023 Honda CR‑V for all practical purposes. A 18.7 cm height difference means the 2018 Jeep Wrangler will feel much more substantial when you're behind the wheel compared to the 2023 Honda CR‑V. The 4.8 cm increase in ground clearance from the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is just enough to make a positive difference on a gravel driveway vs the 2023 Honda CR‑V. Even the 24 cm wheelbase advantage helps the 2023 Honda CR‑V feel like a larger, more composed vehicle than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler.
Measurements
Length
423.7 cm
469.4 cm (+45.7)
Height
186.8 cm (+18.7)
168.1 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm (+0.8)
186.7 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
19.8 cm (+24)
Wheelbase
246 cm
270 cm (+0.8)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
423.7 cm
71.7 cm shorter than the average SUV
469.4 cm
16.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
168.1 cm
5.3 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
186.7 cm
1.8 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
19.8 cm
1.7 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
246 cm
44.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average SUV
270 cm
2.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2023 Honda CR‑V offers a known 1,113 L (SAE) cargo capacity with its seats up, which is way above average for crossover vehicles. The 2023 Honda CR‑V offers 2,166 L (SAE) of total cargo volume, which is way above average for crossover.
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.
N/A
1,113 L
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.
N/A
2,166 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.
N/A
315.6 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.
N/A
169.1 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.
N/A
1,113 L
374 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
N/A
2,166 L
295 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
129%
SAE: above class average (+29%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Choosing the 2023 Honda CR‑V gains you extra access points, making its 5-door layout more versatile for daily duties than the 2-door 2018 Jeep Wrangler. With an extra seat, the 2023 Honda CR‑V allows for that one additional passenger. Expect to put in a little more work in the 2023 Honda CR‑V during tight turns, given its 0.87 m wider radius. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is 226.1 kg further up the scales, trading agility for a more "planted" highway experience.
Measurements
Doors
2
5 (+3)
Max. seats
4
5 (+1)
Turning circle
10.5 m
11.4 m (+0.9)
Curb weight
1,801 kg (+226)
1,575 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
1.5 m smaller turning circle than the average SUV
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,801 kg
646 kg lighter than the average SUV
1,575 kg
57 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.
115%
15% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV
98%
2% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2023 Honda CR‑V fit in a standard parking space?
2018 Jeep Wrangler 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 63 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
43.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
63 cm
2023 Honda CR‑V 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 44 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 40 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
44 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
40 cm
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