2021 Tesla Model S vs 2018 Jeep Wrangler
Which is bigger, the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2018 Jeep Wrangler?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 78.4 cm longer, 2021 Tesla Model S sits well ahead of 2018 Jeep Wrangler in terms of body length. The 2021 Tesla Model S’s 11.2 cm width advantage over the 2018 Jeep Wrangler might mean a wider interior cabin with more elbow room. The difference in height is dramatic, with the 2018 Jeep Wrangler standing 43.8 cm taller than the 2021 Tesla Model S. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is effectively on stilts compared to the 2021 Tesla Model S, sitting an extra 12.9 cm off the ground. Rear legroom in the 2021 Tesla Model S should be superior to the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, thanks to that 50 cm wheelbase increase.
Measurements
Length
502.1 cm (+78.4)
423.7 cm
Height
143 cm
186.8 cm (+43.8)
Width (excluding mirrors)
198.7 cm (+11.2)
187.5 cm
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
N/A (+12.9)
Ground clearance
11.7 cm (+50)
24.6 cm
Wheelbase
296 cm (+2)
246 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
502.1 cm
29.2 cm longer than the average Sedan
423.7 cm
71.7 cm shorter than the average SUV
Height
143 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
Width (excluding mirrors)
198.7 cm
15.7 cm wider than the average Sedan
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
Width (including mirrors)
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
N/A
Ground clearance
11.7 cm
2.3 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
Wheelbase
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
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 2021 Tesla Model S’s confirmed 709 L (SAE) capacity is way above average for its class, serving as our primary reference point for this matchup. The 2021 Tesla Model S has 1,739 L (SAE) of cargo space with its seats down, which is below average compared to the class 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.
709 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.
1,739 L
N/A
Frunk capacity
89 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.
213 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.
107.2 L per m²
N/A
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.
709 L
313 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
N/A
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 4 doors, the 2021 Tesla Model S offers more points of entry than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, which typically makes loading passengers or gear into the back easier. With an extra seat, the 2021 Tesla Model S allows for that one additional passenger. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler offers a much more effortless driving experience in cramped spaces with its 1.8 m turning circle advantage compared with 2021 Tesla Model S. The 2021 Tesla Model S is 274 kg further up the scales, trading agility for a more "planted" highway experience.
Measurements
Doors
4 (+2)
2
Max. seats
5 (+1)
4
Turning circle
12.3 m (+1.8)
10.5 m
Curb weight
2,075 kg (+274)
1,801 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
10.5 m
1.5 m smaller turning circle than the average SUV
Curb weight
2,075 kg
553 kg heavier than the average Sedan
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.
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
115%
15% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV
Parking
Will the 2021 Tesla Model S or 2018 Jeep Wrangler fit in a standard parking space?
2021 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 38 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 23.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
38 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
23.5 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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