2023 Honda CR‑V vs 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Which is bigger, the 2023 Honda CR‑V or 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The length difference of just 9.1 cm between these two vehicles is marginal. There’s a marginal 0.8 cm width difference; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is effectively the same width as the 2023 Honda CR‑V for all practical purposes. The height difference is quite significant, with the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited standing a substantial 18.7 cm taller than the 2023 Honda CR‑V. The extra 4.8 cm of clearance helps the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited feel a bit more robust in daily driving. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited provides a much more settled and secure feel at high speeds compared to the 2023 Honda CR‑V thanks to its 30.8 cm wheelbase advantage.
Measurements
Length
469.4 cm
478.5 cm (+9.1)
Height
168.1 cm
186.8 cm (+18.7)
Width (excluding mirrors)
186.7 cm
187.5 cm (+0.8)
Ground clearance
19.8 cm
24.6 cm (+30.8)
Wheelbase
270 cm
300.8 cm (+0.2)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
469.4 cm
16.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
478.5 cm
16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV
Height
168.1 cm
5.3 cm taller than the average Crossover
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
Width (excluding mirrors)
186.7 cm
1.8 cm wider than the average Crossover
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
Ground clearance
19.8 cm
1.7 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
Wheelbase
270 cm
2.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2023 Honda CR‑V takes the lead in both seating states, providing an extra 215 L for your luggage with the seats up and a small 116 L (SAE) more with them 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.
1,113 L (+215)
898 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.
2,166 L (+116)
2,050 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.
315.6 L per m (+43.7)
271.9 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.
169.1 L per m² (+24)
145 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.
1,113 L
374 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
898 L
143 L more cargo volume than the average SUV
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.
2,166 L
295 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
2,050 L
688 L less cargo volume than the average SUV
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%)
105%
SAE: above class average (+5%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited trades the extra access points of the 2023 Honda CR‑V for a more cohesive and solid body design with just 4 doors. There is no advantage for either model when it comes to passenger numbers, since both offer a 5-seat configuration. You’ll appreciate the 0.63 m tighter turning circle of the 2023 Honda CR‑V when navigating cramped multi-storey car parks. At 337.1 kg heavier, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited sits in a very different weight class to the 2023 Honda CR‑V, something that can have a noticeable impact on performance, economy, and wear on consumables.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.4 m
12 m (+0.6)
Curb weight
1,575 kg
1,912 kg (+337)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
Curb weight
1,575 kg
57 kg lighter than the average Crossover
1,912 kg
535 kg lighter than the average SUV
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.
98%
2% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV
Parking
Will the 2023 Honda CR‑V or 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited fit in a standard parking space?
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
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
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