2018 Jeep Wrangler vs 2022 Toyota RAV4
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2022 Toyota RAV4?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
While not a massive leap, the 2022 Toyota RAV4 is 35.8 cm longer than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. There’s a marginal 2.1 cm width difference; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is effectively the same width as the 2022 Toyota RAV4 for all practical purposes. A 16.6 cm height difference means the 2018 Jeep Wrangler will feel much more substantial when you're behind the wheel compared to the 2022 Toyota RAV4. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler sits 3.3 cm higher off the ground than the 2022 Toyota RAV4, providing a helpful extra margin of safety when driving over gravel or light debris. Even the 23 cm wheelbase advantage helps the 2022 Toyota RAV4 feel like a larger, more composed vehicle than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler.
Measurements
Length
423.7 cm
459.5 cm (+35.8)
Height
186.8 cm (+16.6)
170.2 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm (+2.1)
185.4 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
21.3 cm (+23)
Wheelbase
246 cm
269 cm (+0.6)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
423.7 cm
71.7 cm shorter than the average SUV
459.5 cm
6.9 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
170.2 cm
7.4 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
185.4 cm
0.5 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
21.3 cm
3.2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
246 cm
44.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average SUV
269 cm
3.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2022 Toyota RAV4 provides a way above average 580 L for the suv segment for cargo space with the seats up. The 2022 Toyota RAV4 has a 1,690 L (VDA) cargo area with the seats down, which is way above average for its category.
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
580 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
1,690 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.
N/A
1,065 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
1,977 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
210.8 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
113.7 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
580 L
135 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
1,690 L
182 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.
N/A
1,065 L
326 L more 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
1,977 L
106 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.
115%
VDA: above class average (+15%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Choosing the 2022 Toyota RAV4 gains you extra access points, making its 5-door layout more versatile for daily duties than the 2-door 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The added seat in the 2022 Toyota RAV4 gives it the edge here, allowing it to transport one extra passenger. A minor 0.5 m in turning circle separates these two, meaning they handle tight car parks almost equally. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is 268 kg further up the scales, trading agility for a more "planted" highway experience.
Measurements
Doors
2
5 (+3)
Max. seats
4
5 (+1)
Turning circle
10.5 m
11 m (+0.5)
Curb weight
1,801 kg (+268)
1,533 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
1.5 m smaller turning circle than the average SUV
11 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,801 kg
646 kg lighter than the average SUV
1,533 kg
99 kg lighter 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.
115%
15% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2022 Toyota RAV4 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
2022 Toyota RAV4 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 44.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 45 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
44.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45 cm
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