2018 Jeep Wrangler vs 2015 Tesla Model X
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2015 Tesla Model X?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 81.5 cm longer, 2015 Tesla Model X sits well ahead of 2018 Jeep Wrangler in terms of body length. The 2015 Tesla Model X gains you 12.4 cm in width, likely providing extra elbow room inside compared to the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, but you'll need more caution when navigating tight city streets. With a 18.4 cm height advantage, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is better suited for those who prefer a higher view of the road ahead. With a 7.5 cm advantage in ground clearance, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is better equipped for unpaved roads and snowy conditions when compared to the 2015 Tesla Model X. Rear legroom in the 2015 Tesla Model X should be superior to the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, thanks to that 50.5 cm wheelbase increase.
Measurements
Length
423.7 cm
505.2 cm (+81.5)
Height
186.8 cm (+18.4)
168.4 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
199.9 cm (+12.4)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+7.5)
227.1 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
17.1 cm (+50.5)
Wheelbase
246 cm
296.5 cm (+2.2)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
423.7 cm
71.7 cm shorter than the average SUV
505.2 cm
52.6 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
168.4 cm
5.6 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
199.9 cm
15 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
227.1 cm
20.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
17.1 cm
1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
246 cm
44.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average SUV
296.5 cm
24.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2015 Tesla Model X’s confirmed 357 L (SAE) capacity is below average for its class, serving as our primary reference point for this matchup. The 2015 Tesla Model X's 0 L (SAE) capacity with the seats down is below average for its segment.
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
357 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
2,166 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
187 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
196 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
98 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
357 L
382 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.
N/A
2,166 L
295 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.
75%
SAE: below class average (-25%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler trades the extra access points of the 2015 Tesla Model X for a more cohesive and solid body design with just 2 doors. Opting for the 2015 Tesla Model X greatly expands your passenger options, thanks to its 3-seat advantage over the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. When comparing the two, the 2015 Tesla Model X is much less suited to tight city centers, requiring a full 1.8 m more room to U-turn than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler.
Measurements
Doors
2
5 (+3)
Max. seats
4
7 (+3)
Turning circle
10.5 m
12.3 m (+1.8)
Curb weight
1,801 kg
N/A
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
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,801 kg
646 kg lighter than the average SUV
N/A
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 Crossover
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2015 Tesla Model X 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
2015 Tesla Model X 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 37.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 22 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
37.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
22 cm
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