2018 Jeep Wrangler vs 2025 Honda HR‑V
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2025 Honda HR‑V?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 11.8 cm shorter, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler could be the nimbler choice for city drivers compared to the 2025 Honda HR‑V. You might notice the 8.5 cm width difference when parking; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler leaves a little less margin for error in the bay compared to the 2025 Honda HR‑V. The height contrast is vast; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler stands a massive 28.6 cm taller than the 2025 Honda HR‑V, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. With a 9.6 cm advantage in ground clearance, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is better equipped for unpaved roads and snowy conditions when compared to the 2025 Honda HR‑V. If you drive these cars, you'll notice the 2025 Honda HR‑V feels a bit more planted on the motorway thanks to its 15 cm wheelbase advantage.
Measurements
Length
423.7 cm
435.5 cm (+11.8)
Height
186.8 cm (+28.6)
158.2 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm (+8.5)
179 cm
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+9.6)
202.8 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
15 cm (+15)
Wheelbase
246 cm (+0.1)
261 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
423.7 cm
71.7 cm shorter than the average SUV
435.5 cm
17.1 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
158.2 cm
4.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
179 cm
5.9 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
202.8 cm
3.6 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
15 cm
3.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
246 cm
44.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average SUV
261 cm
11.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
With its seats up, the 2025 Honda HR‑V has 319 L of space for your belongings, which is below average for its segment. The 2025 Honda HR‑V provides a way above average 1,289 L for the crossover segment for cargo space with the seats down.
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
319 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
1,289 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
151.2 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
84.5 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
319 L
126 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
1,289 L
219 L less 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.
85%
VDA: below class average (-15%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Passengers will appreciate the additional doors on the 2025 Honda HR‑V when you're parked in tight spots, as they offer more entry options than the 2-door 2018 Jeep Wrangler. If you occasionally need to carry one more person, the 2025 Honda HR‑V is better suited, offering an extra seat over the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. Expect to put in a little more work in the 2025 Honda HR‑V during tight turns, given its 0.8 m wider radius. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is 421 kg heavier than the 2025 Honda HR‑V, a gap that can influence acceleration, cornering response, and running costs.
Measurements
Doors
2
5 (+3)
Max. seats
4
5 (+1)
Turning circle
10.5 m
11.3 m (+0.8)
Curb weight
1,801 kg (+421)
1,380 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
1.5 m smaller turning circle than the average SUV
11.3 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,801 kg
646 kg lighter than the average SUV
1,380 kg
252 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
102%
2% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2025 Honda HR‑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
2025 Honda HR‑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 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 57 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
57 cm
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