2023 Hyundai Kona vs 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe
Which is bigger, the 2023 Hyundai Kona or 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 43.6 cm length difference creates a clear divide in front-to-rear dimensions. When it comes to tight city streets, both the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe and 2023 Hyundai Kona will feel near identical, as the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe is only 5 cm wider. The height contrast is vast; the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe stands a massive 28.3 cm taller than the 2023 Hyundai Kona, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. With a 8.7 cm advantage in ground clearance, the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe is better equipped for unpaved roads and snowy conditions when compared to the 2023 Hyundai Kona. The 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe is 34.8 cm longer in the wheelbase, putting it in a completely different category of ride and comfort when compared to the 2023 Hyundai Kona.
Measurements
Length
435 cm
478.6 cm (+43.6)
Height
158.5 cm
186.8 cm (+28.3)
Width (excluding mirrors)
182.5 cm
187.5 cm (+5)
Ground clearance
17 cm
25.7 cm (+34.8)
Wheelbase
266 cm
300.8 cm (+1)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
435 cm
17.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
478.6 cm
16.8 cm shorter than the average SUV
Height
158.5 cm
4.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
Width (excluding mirrors)
182.5 cm
2.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
Ground clearance
17 cm
1.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
25.7 cm
3.2 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
Wheelbase
266 cm
6.4 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 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe offers a 62 L lead in the boot and a noticeable 105 L (SAE) edge 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.
466 L
N/A
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.
1,300 L
N/A
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.
722 L
784 L (+62)
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.
1,804 L
1,909 L (+105)
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.
174.2 L per m
246.1 L per m (+71.9)
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.
95.5 L per m²
131.2 L per m² (+35.8)
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.
466 L
21 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
1,300 L
208 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
722 L
17 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
784 L
29 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.
1,804 L
67 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
1,909 L
829 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.
97%
VDA: below class average (-3%)
95%
SAE: below class average (-5%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 1 more door(s) than the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe, the 2023 Hyundai Kona should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. Both the 2023 Hyundai Kona and the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe offer seating for 5, meaning they are equally capable when it comes to carrying passengers. The vehicles have a near identical turning circle, with just a 1.4 m difference. We’re talking about a 973 kg weight shift, which places these two vehicles in completely different worlds of physics.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.6 m
12 m (+1.4)
Curb weight
1,295 kg
2,268 kg (+973)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
Curb weight
1,295 kg
337 kg lighter than the average Crossover
2,268 kg
179 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.
106%
6% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV
Parking
Will the 2023 Hyundai Kona or 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe fit in a standard parking space?
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
2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe 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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