2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Our data shows a near match in vehicle length, with only 4.5 cm between 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. The width difference of 2.5 cm is negligible between the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, meaning both will feel similar when navigating narrow city lanes. The extra 8.8 cm of height in the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited creates a slightly more airy feel inside the cabin than in the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited clears obstacles by an extra 6.9 cm, making the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe look quite low to the ground in comparison. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has a 19.3 cm longer wheelbase, which often translates to extra "stretch-out" room in the back.
Measurements
Length
478.5 cm
483 cm (+4.5)
Height
186.8 cm (+8.8)
178 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
190 cm (+2.5)
Ground clearance
24.6 cm (+19.3)
17.7 cm
Wheelbase
300.8 cm
281.5 cm (+0.2)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
478.5 cm
16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV
483 cm
30.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
178 cm
15.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
190 cm
5.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
17.7 cm
0.4 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
281.5 cm
9.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
This is a significant split in design; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited offers a massive 485 L advantage for your luggage, yet the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe counters with a huge 204 L lead for total hauling 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.
N/A
628 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
1,949 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 (+485)
413 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
2,254 L (+204)
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 (+46.2)
225.7 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 (+26.2)
118.8 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
628 L
183 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
1,949 L
441 L more 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
413 L
326 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
2,254 L
383 L more 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%)
120%
VDA: above class average (+20%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With more doors, the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is more practical for passengers to enter and exit. The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe brings a major practicality benefit, offering room for 2 more passengers than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. The vehicles have a near identical turning circle, with just a 0.4 m difference. Both vehicles offer a similar level of agility, as the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited carries just 12 kg of extra weight over the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
7 (+2)
Turning circle
12 m (+0.4)
11.6 m
Curb weight
1,912 kg (+12)
1,900 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,912 kg
535 kg lighter than the average SUV
1,900 kg
268 kg heavier 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
95%
5% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 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
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