2018 Jeep Wrangler vs 2021 Volkswagen ID.4
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2021 Volkswagen ID.4?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 34.7 cm shorter, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler could be the nimbler choice for city drivers compared to the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. At only 2.3 cm wider, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler doesn't offer any significant width advantage or disadvantage over the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. There is a staggering 25.6 cm between their rooflines, with the 2018 Jeep Wrangler looming high above the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. With a 8.6 cm advantage in ground clearance, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is better equipped for unpaved roads and snowy conditions when compared to the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is 30.6 cm longer in the wheelbase, showing a big increase in chassis length and potential passenger volume.
Measurements
Length
423.7 cm
458.4 cm (+34.7)
Height
186.8 cm (+25.6)
161.2 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm (+2.3)
185.2 cm
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+8.6)
210.8 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
16 cm (+30.6)
Wheelbase
246 cm
276.6 cm (+0.5)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
423.7 cm
71.7 cm shorter than the average SUV
458.4 cm
5.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
161.2 cm
1.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
185.2 cm
0.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
210.8 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
16 cm
2.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
246 cm
44.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average SUV
276.6 cm
4.2 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 provides a above average 543 L for the suv segment for cargo space with the seats up. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 provides a way above average 1,575 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.
N/A
543 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
1,575 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
858 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
1,818 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
197.3 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
106.5 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
543 L
98 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
1,575 L
67 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
858 L
119 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
1,818 L
53 L less 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.
108%
VDA: above class average (+8%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 5 doors, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 offers more points of entry than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, which typically makes loading passengers or gear into the back easier. With one additional seat, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 can accommodate an extra passenger compared with the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is the slightly nimbler of the two when pulling a U-turn, though by a very narrow 0.3 m margin. An extra 90 kg in the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 gives it a bit more gravity and presence on the tarmac.
Measurements
Doors
2
5 (+3)
Max. seats
4
5 (+1)
Turning circle
10.5 m (+0.3)
10.2 m
Curb weight
1,801 kg
1,891 kg (+90)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
1.5 m smaller turning circle than the average SUV
10.2 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,801 kg
646 kg lighter than the average SUV
1,891 kg
259 kg heavier 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
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 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
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 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 45.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
44.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45.5 cm
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