2018 Jeep Wrangler vs 2013 Tesla Model S
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2013 Tesla Model S?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measured bumper to bumper, 2013 Tesla Model S extends 73.3 cm beyond 2018 Jeep Wrangler, marking a substantial length advantage. At 8.8 cm wider, the 2013 Tesla Model S occupies a bit more of the lane than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, giving it more road presence. There is a staggering 44.1 cm between their rooflines, with the 2018 Jeep Wrangler looming high above the 2013 Tesla Model S. If you live in a rural area, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler's 9.1 cm ground clearance lead over the 2013 Tesla Model S is a major plus. With a 50 cm shorter wheelbase, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is the clear winner for tight multi-storey car parks compared to the 2013 Tesla Model S.
Measurements
Length
423.7 cm
497 cm (+73.3)
Height
186.8 cm (+44.1)
142.7 cm
Body width
187.5 cm
196.3 cm (+8.8)
Width including mirrors
N/A
218.9 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm (+9.1)
15.5 cm
Wheelbase
246 cm
296 cm (+50)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.9 m²
9.8 m² (+1.9)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
423.7 cm
71.7 cm shorter than the average SUV
497 cm
24.1 cm longer than the average Sedan
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
142.7 cm
3.1 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Body width
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
196.3 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
Width including mirrors
N/A
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
15.5 cm
1.5 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan
Wheelbase
246 cm
44.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average SUV
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.9 m²
1.8 m² smaller footprint than the average SUV
9.8 m²
1.1 m² larger footprint than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2013 Tesla Model S features a 745 L (SAE) boot with the seats up, which is way above average for its category. With the rear seats down, the 2013 Tesla Model S provides 1,645 L of space when using the SAE measurement method, which is way above average for sedan.
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
745 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
1,645 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
150 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
213.3 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
108.6 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
745 L
349 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2-door 2018 Jeep Wrangler means slightly less convenience for rear-seat access compared to the 2013 Tesla Model S. Thanks to its extra seat, the 2013 Tesla Model S is able to carry one additional passenger over the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. In urban environments, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler's 0.8 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience. At 198 kg lighter, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is likely the more fun and engaging car to drive out of the two.
Measurements
Doors
2
4 (+2)
Max. seats
4
5 (+1)
Turning circle
10.5 m
11.3 m (+0.8)
Curb weight
1,801 kg
1,999 kg (+198)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
1.5 m smaller turning circle than the average SUV
11.3 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,801 kg
646 kg lighter than the average SUV
1,999 kg
477 kg heavier than the average Sedan
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
-5%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2013 Tesla Model S 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
2013 Tesla Model S 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 39 cm per side, and length clearance is 26.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
39 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
26.5 cm
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Vehicle specifications on this page are sourced from official Jeep and Tesla documentation. Unless the page identifies a specific trim, body style, powertrain or market version, DriveSize uses manufacturer-published specifications for the base model as its default reference. DriveSize standardises the published measurements and calculates the comparisons and derived figures shown. Figures can vary by market, model year, trim, powertrain, wheels, tyres and measurement method. How DriveSize sources and calculates these figures.