2018 Jeep Wrangler vs 2016 Tesla Model S

Q: Which is bigger: the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2016 Tesla Model S?

The 2016 Tesla Model S is longer than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler by 73.3 cm (28.9 in). The 2016 Tesla Model S is wider than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler by 8.9 cm (3.5 in). The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is taller than the 2016 Tesla Model S by 42.3 cm (16.7 in).

Q: Which vehicle has more published cargo space: the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2016 Tesla Model S?

The 2016 Tesla Model S has a standard SAE cargo capacity of 744.7 L and a largest SAE capacity of 1,645.2 L.

Q: Does the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2016 Tesla Model S seat more passengers?

2016 Tesla Model S seats up to 5 passengers, while 2018 Jeep Wrangler seats up to 4.

Q: Which car is heavier: the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2016 Tesla Model S?

The 2016 Tesla Model S is 226 kg (498 lb) heavier than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler.

Q: Which car is easier to maneuver/park: the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2016 Tesla Model S?

The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is easier to maneuver and park, with a smaller turning circle of 10.5 m (34.4 ft) compared with 12.3 m (40.4 ft) for the 2016 Tesla Model S. In tight spaces, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is shorter overall and narrower, which makes it easier to fit and steer into parking bays.

Q: Which car is better for city driving, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2016 Tesla Model S?

The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is better for city driving with a smaller turning circle of 10.5 m (34.4 ft) versus 12.3 m (40.4 ft) for the 2016 Tesla Model S. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is shorter at 423.7 cm (166.8 in) versus 497 cm (195.7 in) for the 2016 Tesla Model S, and the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is narrower at 187.5 cm (73.8 in) versus 196.4 cm (77.3 in) for the 2016 Tesla Model S.

Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2016 Tesla Model S?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

With the 2016 Tesla Model S being 73.3 cm longer, the contrast in body length becomes obvious. You might notice the 8.9 cm width difference when parking; the 2016 Tesla Model S leaves a little less margin for error in the bay compared to the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. There is no subtlety to the difference here, as the 2018 Jeep Wrangler towers 42.3 cm above the 2016 Tesla Model S. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler clears obstacles by an extra 10.6 cm, making the 2016 Tesla Model S look quite low to the ground in comparison. The 2016 Tesla Model S is 50 cm longer in the wheelbase, putting it in a completely different category of ride and comfort when compared to the 2018 Jeep Wrangler.

Measurements

Length

423.7 cm

497 cm (+73.3)

Height

186.8 cm (+42.3)

144.5 cm

Width (excluding mirrors)

187.5 cm

196.4 cm (+8.9)

Width (including mirrors)

N/A (+10.6)

218.9 cm

Ground clearance

24.6 cm

14 cm (+50)

Wheelbase

246 cm

296 cm (+1.8)

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

144.5 cm

1.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan

Width (excluding mirrors)

187.5 cm

8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV

196.4 cm

13.4 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

14 cm

Same ground clearance as 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

Front view

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

The 2016 Tesla Model S has 744.7 L (SAE) of cargo space with its seats up, which is below average compared to the class average for suv. The 2016 Tesla Model S offers 1,645.2 L (SAE) of total cargo volume, which is below average for suv.

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

60 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

With 2 more door(s) than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, the 2016 Tesla Model S should be more practical for those wanting to carry passengers or luggage. With an extra seat, the 2016 Tesla Model S allows for that one additional passenger. Navigating multi-storey car parks would be much easier in the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, which has a 1.8 m tighter turning circle than the 2016 Tesla Model S. The 2016 Tesla Model S is 226 kg heavier than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, a gap that can influence acceleration, cornering response, and running costs.

Measurements

Doors

4 (+2)

Max. seats

5 (+1)

Turning circle

10.5 m

12.3 m (+1.8)

Curb weight

1,801 kg

2,027 kg (+226)

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

10.5 m

1.5 m smaller turning circle than the average SUV

12.3 m

1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan

Curb weight

1,801 kg

646 kg lighter than the average SUV

2,027 kg

505 kg heavier than the average Sedan

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.

115%

15% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV

89%

11% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan

Parking

Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2016 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 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

2016 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 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 39 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 26.5 cm at each end.