2018 Jeep Wrangler vs 2023 Hyundai Palisade
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2023 Hyundai Palisade?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The figures show the 2023 Hyundai Palisade is 75.9 cm longer in comparison to the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, which is a significant difference. At 10.1 cm wider, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade occupies a bit more of the lane than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, giving it more road presence. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler sits 11.8 cm higher than the 2023 Hyundai Palisade, which usually results in a slightly more elevated view of the road. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler has a 4.5 cm higher clearance than the 2023 Hyundai Palisade, which helps clear speed bumps more easily. The 2023 Hyundai Palisade provides a much more settled and secure feel at high speeds compared to the 2018 Jeep Wrangler thanks to its 44.1 cm wheelbase advantage.
Measurements
Length
423.7 cm
499.6 cm (+75.9)
Height
186.8 cm (+11.8)
175 cm
Body width
187.5 cm
197.6 cm (+10.1)
Ground clearance
24.6 cm (+4.5)
20.1 cm
Wheelbase
246 cm
290.1 cm (+44.1)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.9 m²
9.9 m² (+2)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
423.7 cm
71.7 cm shorter than the average SUV
499.6 cm
47 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
175 cm
12.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Body width
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
197.6 cm
12.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
20.1 cm
2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
246 cm
44.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average SUV
290.1 cm
17.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.9 m²
1.8 m² smaller footprint than the average SUV
9.9 m²
1.5 m² larger footprint than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2023 Hyundai Palisade is the only model in this pair with confirmed cargo stats, with a 510 L (SAE) capacity that is above average for its class. With its seats down, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade has 2,447 L of space for your belongings, which is way above average for its segment.
Measurements
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
510 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
2,447 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
237.8 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
120.3 L per m²
How each car compares with its class average
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
510 L
229 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
2,447 L
576 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
DriveSize space efficiency
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 values compare with VDA class averages, and SAE values compare with SAE class averages. Positive percentages indicate more space efficiency and negative percentages indicate less.
-8%
SAE: Less space efficient than the average Crossover
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 3 more door(s) than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. With 4 more seats, the 2023 Hyundai Palisade is the definitive people-hauler in this comparison. You’ll appreciate the 1.3 m tighter turning circle of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler when navigating cramped multi-storey car parks. The 2023 Hyundai Palisade is 91 kg heavier, which may give it a slightly more planted feel on the motorway compared to the 2018 Jeep Wrangler.
Measurements
Doors
2
5 (+3)
Max. seats
4
8 (+4)
Turning circle
10.5 m
11.8 m (+1.3)
Curb weight
1,801 kg
1,892 kg (+91)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
1.5 m smaller turning circle than the average SUV
11.8 m
0.6 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,801 kg
646 kg lighter than the average SUV
1,892 kg
260 kg heavier than the average Crossover
DriveSize manoeuvrability
DriveSize manoeuvrability combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
A positive percentage means more manoeuvrable than the class average and a negative percentage means less manoeuvrable.
+15%
More manoeuvrable than the average SUV
-8%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2023 Hyundai Palisade 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 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, and length clearance is 63 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
43.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
63 cm
2023 Hyundai Palisade 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 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 38.5 cm per side, and length clearance is 25 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
38.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
25 cm
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