2018 Jeep Wrangler vs 2023 Hyundai Kona
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2023 Hyundai Kona?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measuring 11.3 cm more from front to rear bumper, the 2023 Hyundai Kona provides that extra bit of "stretch" over the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. In terms of width, there is almost nothing between them; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is a mere 5 cm wider than the 2023 Hyundai Kona. Height heavily favours the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, which measures 28.3 cm taller than the 2023 Hyundai Kona. You’ll feel much more confident on unpaved roads in the 2018 Jeep Wrangler thanks to that 7.6 cm height advantage over the 2023 Hyundai Kona. The 2023 Hyundai Kona offers a slightly longer wheelbase, which typically translates to a smoother ride over bumps.
Measurements
Length
423.7 cm
435 cm (+11.3)
Height
186.8 cm (+28.3)
158.5 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm (+5)
182.5 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
17 cm (+20)
Wheelbase
246 cm (+0)
266 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
423.7 cm
71.7 cm shorter than the average SUV
435 cm
17.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
158.5 cm
4.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
182.5 cm
2.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
17 cm
1.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
246 cm
44.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average SUV
266 cm
6.4 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 2023 Hyundai Kona has 466 L of space for your belongings, which is average for its segment. The 2023 Hyundai Kona provides a way above average 1,300 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
466 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
1,300 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.
N/A
722 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
1,804 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
174.2 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
95.5 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
466 L
21 L more 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
1,300 L
208 L less 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.
N/A
722 L
17 L less 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
1,804 L
67 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.
97%
VDA: below class average (-3%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Choosing the 2018 Jeep Wrangler means managing with 3 fewer door(s), but this usually means a cleaner looking side profile than the 5-door 2023 Hyundai Kona. If you occasionally need to carry one more person, the 2023 Hyundai Kona is better suited, offering an extra seat over the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is the slightly nimbler of the two when pulling a U-turn, though by a very narrow 0.1 m margin. There's a monumental difference in mass; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is a staggering 506 kg heavier than the 2023 Hyundai Kona.
Measurements
Doors
2
5 (+3)
Max. seats
4
5 (+1)
Turning circle
10.5 m
10.6 m (+0.1)
Curb weight
1,801 kg (+506)
1,295 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
1.5 m smaller turning circle than the average SUV
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,801 kg
646 kg lighter than the average SUV
1,295 kg
337 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
106%
6% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2023 Hyundai Kona 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 Hyundai Kona 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 46 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 57.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
46 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
57.5 cm
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