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2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate vs 2018 Jeep Wrangler

Side view of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate
Side view of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler

Volkswagen Golf

Estate 2024

Jeep Wrangler

2018

Side view of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate
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Side view of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler
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Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate or 2018 Jeep Wrangler?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

The 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate would require an extra 39.4 cm of garage space length compared to the more compact 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is significantly wider, which may offer more shoulder room inside but could make tight parking garages more challenging. The height contrast is vast; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler stands a massive 38.1 cm taller than the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. If you drive these cars, you'll notice the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate feels a bit more planted on the motorway thanks to its 20.9 cm wheelbase advantage.

Measurements

Length

463.1 cm (+39.4)

423.7 cm

Height

148.7 cm

186.8 cm (+38.1)

Width (excluding mirrors)

178.9 cm

187.5 cm (+8.6)

Ground clearance

N/A (+20.9)

24.6 cm

Wheelbase

266.9 cm (+0.3)

246 cm

How each car compares with its class average

Length

463.1 cm

11.4 cm shorter than the average Estate

423.7 cm

71.7 cm shorter than the average SUV

Height

148.7 cm

1.4 cm taller than the average Estate

186.8 cm

3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV

Width (excluding mirrors)

178.9 cm

5.2 cm narrower than the average Estate

187.5 cm

8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV

Ground clearance

N/A

24.6 cm

2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV

Wheelbase

266.9 cm

10.8 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Estate

246 cm

44.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average SUV

Front view

Front view of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate
Front view of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

The 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate offers a known 0 L (VDA) cargo capacity with its seats up, which is average for suv vehicles. The 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate provides a way above average 1,642 L for the suv segment for cargo space with the seats down.

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.

611 L

N/A

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.

1,642 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.

209.9 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.

117.3 L per m²

N/A

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.

611 L

63 L more cargo volume than the average Estate

N/A

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.

1,642 L

73 L more cargo volume than the average Estate

N/A

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.

113%

VDA: above class average (+13%)

Rear view

Rear view of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate
Rear view of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

Passengers will appreciate the additional doors on the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate when you're parked in tight spots, as they offer more entry options than the 2-door 2018 Jeep Wrangler. Thanks to its extra seat, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate is able to carry one additional passenger over the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. You’ll find the 2018 Jeep Wrangler a bit easier to flip around in a narrow street thanks to its 0.8 m turning circle advantage.

Measurements

Doors

5 (+3)

2

Max. seats

5 (+1)

4

Turning circle

11.3 m (+0.8)

10.5 m

Curb weight

N/A

1,801 kg

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

11.3 m

0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Estate

10.5 m

1.5 m smaller turning circle than the average SUV

Curb weight

N/A

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.

101%

1% more manoeuvrable than the average Estate

115%

15% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV

Parking

Will the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate or 2018 Jeep Wrangler fit in a standard parking space?

2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate 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.

OK

For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 43 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

48 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

43 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.

OK

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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