2023 Hyundai Kona vs 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Which is bigger, the 2023 Hyundai Kona or 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
There is a clear gap in length here, with 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited measuring 43.5 cm longer than 2023 Hyundai Kona. At only 5 cm wider, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited doesn't offer any significant width advantage or disadvantage over the 2023 Hyundai Kona. The difference in height is dramatic, with the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited standing 28.3 cm taller than the 2023 Hyundai Kona. If you live in a rural area, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's 7.6 cm ground clearance lead over the 2023 Hyundai Kona is a major plus. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited provides a much more settled and secure feel at high speeds compared to the 2023 Hyundai Kona thanks to its 34.8 cm wheelbase advantage.
Measurements
Length
435 cm
478.5 cm (+43.5)
Height
158.5 cm
186.8 cm (+28.3)
Width (excluding mirrors)
182.5 cm
187.5 cm (+5)
Ground clearance
17 cm
24.6 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
478.5 cm
16.9 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
24.6 cm
2.1 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 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited claims a double cargo victory, with a significant 176 L lead in the boot and a large 246 L (SAE) advantage 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
898 L (+176)
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
2,050 L (+246)
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
271.9 L per m (+97.7)
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
145 L per m² (+49.6)
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
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.
1,804 L
67 L less 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.
97%
VDA: below class average (-3%)
105%
SAE: above class average (+5%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2023 Hyundai Kona offers more practicality with its 5 doors compared to the 4-door layout of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. You’ll find the same passenger limits in both models, as they each feature a 5-seat interior layout. You’d be hard-pressed to tell the difference doing a U-turn, as the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has a turning circle of only 1.4 m wider than the 2023 Hyundai Kona. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is in a different weight class entirely, sitting 617 kg higher on the scales than the 2023 Hyundai Kona.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.6 m
12 m (+1.4)
Curb weight
1,295 kg
1,912 kg (+617)
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
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.
106%
6% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV
Parking
Will the 2023 Hyundai Kona or 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 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
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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