2024 Hyundai Santa Fe vs 2018 Jeep Wrangler
Which is bigger, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe or 2018 Jeep Wrangler?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 59.3 cm longer, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe sits well ahead in terms of overall length. Shoulder room will likely feel similar in both of these vehicles, as the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe has just 2.5 cm of extra width over the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. A 8.8 cm difference in height ensures the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is the more visible of the two in a busy car park compared to the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. You’ll feel much more confident on unpaved roads in the 2018 Jeep Wrangler thanks to that 6.9 cm height advantage over the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. At 35.5 cm shorter, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler should be significantly more nimble in the city than the longer-bodied 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Measurements
Length
483 cm (+59.3)
423.7 cm
Height
178 cm
186.8 cm (+8.8)
Width (excluding mirrors)
190 cm (+2.5)
187.5 cm
Ground clearance
17.7 cm (+35.5)
24.6 cm
Wheelbase
281.5 cm (+1.2)
246 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
483 cm
30.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
423.7 cm
71.7 cm shorter than the average SUV
Height
178 cm
15.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
Width (excluding mirrors)
190 cm
5.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
Ground clearance
17.7 cm
0.4 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
Wheelbase
281.5 cm
9.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
246 cm
44.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average SUV
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe provides a way above average 628 L for the crossover segment for cargo space with the seats up. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe offers 1,949 L (VDA) of total cargo volume, which is way above average for crossover.
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.
628 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.
1,949 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.
413 L
N/A
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.
2,254 L
N/A
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.
225.7 L per m
N/A
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.
118.8 L per m²
N/A
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.
628 L
183 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.
1,949 L
441 L more 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.
413 L
326 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
2,254 L
383 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
120%
VDA: above class average (+20%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2-door 2018 Jeep Wrangler means slightly less convenience for rear-seat access compared to the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe can handle 3 additional passengers than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, which is a decent step up in practicality. In urban environments, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler's 1.1 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe feels a touch more substantial on the road, sitting 99 kg heavier than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+3)
2
Max. seats
7 (+3)
4
Turning circle
11.6 m (+1.1)
10.5 m
Curb weight
1,900 kg (+99)
1,801 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
10.5 m
1.5 m smaller turning circle than the average SUV
Curb weight
1,900 kg
268 kg heavier than the average Crossover
1,801 kg
646 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.
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
115%
15% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV
Parking
Will the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe or 2018 Jeep Wrangler fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 42.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 33.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
42.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
33.5 cm
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
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