2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 42.9 cm longer, 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited sits well ahead of 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric in terms of body length. At only 4.9 cm wider, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited doesn't offer any significant width advantage or disadvantage over the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric. The height contrast is vast; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited stands a massive 29.3 cm taller than the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. If you live in a rural area, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's 9.6 cm ground clearance lead over the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric is a major plus. With a 34.9 cm wheelbase advantage, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is better for long-distance comfort, whereas the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric is better for agility.
Measurements
Length
478.5 cm (+42.9)
435.6 cm
Height
186.8 cm (+29.3)
157.5 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm (+4.9)
182.6 cm
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+9.6)
210 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm (+34.9)
15 cm
Wheelbase
300.8 cm (+1)
265.9 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
478.5 cm
16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV
435.6 cm
17 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
157.5 cm
5.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
182.6 cm
2.3 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
210 cm
3.6 cm wider 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
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
265.9 cm
6.5 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Both cargo configurations favour the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, which beats the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric by a significant 176 L in the boot with the seats up and by a large 246 L (SAE) with the seats flat.
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.
898 L (+176)
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.
2,050 L (+246)
1,804 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
27 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.
271.9 L per m (+97.9)
174 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.
145 L per m² (+49.7)
95.3 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.
898 L
143 L more cargo volume than the average SUV
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.
2,050 L
688 L less cargo volume than the average SUV
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.
105%
SAE: above class average (+5%)
96%
VDA: below class average (-4%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Choosing the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric gains you extra access points, making its 5-door layout more versatile for daily duties than the 4-door 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. In terms of seating capacity, the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric matches the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited exactly, with each accommodating up to 5 people. A minor 1.4 m in turning circle separates these two, meaning they handle tight car parks almost equally. The 292 kg weight gap will have a major impact on fuel consumption and overall driving dynamics.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12 m (+1.4)
10.6 m
Curb weight
1,912 kg (+292)
1,620 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,912 kg
535 kg lighter than the average SUV
1,620 kg
12 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.
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV
106%
6% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric fit in a standard parking space?
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
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric 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 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
46 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
57 cm
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