2022 Toyota RAV4 vs 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe
Which is bigger, the 2022 Toyota RAV4 or 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe measures an extra 19.1 cm in length, providing a slightly more substantial footprint on the road than the 2022 Toyota RAV4. You’d be hard-pressed to notice the width difference between these two vehicles in a lane, as the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe is only 2.1 cm wider than the 2022 Toyota RAV4. The height difference is quite significant, with the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe standing a substantial 16.6 cm taller than the 2022 Toyota RAV4. A 4.4 cm larger ground clearance gap gives the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe a slightly more capable feel when the pavement gets rough vs the 2022 Toyota RAV4. The 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe is 31.8 cm longer in the wheelbase, showing a big increase in chassis length and potential passenger volume.
Measurements
Length
459.5 cm
478.6 cm (+19.1)
Height
170.2 cm
186.8 cm (+16.6)
Body width
185.4 cm
187.5 cm (+2.1)
Ground clearance
21.3 cm
25.7 cm (+4.4)
Wheelbase
269 cm
300.8 cm (+31.8)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
8.5 m²
9 m² (+0.5)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
459.5 cm
6.9 cm longer than the average Crossover
478.6 cm
16.8 cm shorter than the average SUV
Height
170.2 cm
7.4 cm taller than the average Crossover
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
Body width
185.4 cm
0.5 cm wider than the average Crossover
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
Ground clearance
21.3 cm
3.2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
25.7 cm
3.2 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
Wheelbase
269 cm
3.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
8.5 m²
0.1 m² larger footprint than the average Crossover
9 m²
0.8 m² smaller footprint than the average SUV
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2022 Toyota RAV4 takes the lead in both seating states, providing an extra 281 L for your luggage with the seats up and a small 68 L (SAE) more with them 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.
580 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.
1,690 L
N/A
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.
1,065 L (+281)
784 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.
1,977 L (+68)
1,909 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.
210.8 L per m
246.1 L per m (+35.3)
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.
113.7 L per m²
131.2 L per m² (+17.5)
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.
580 L
135 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
1,690 L
182 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
N/A
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.
1,065 L
326 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
784 L
29 L more cargo volume than the average SUV
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.
1,977 L
106 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
1,909 L
829 L less cargo volume than the average SUV
DriveSize space efficiency
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 values compare with VDA class averages, and SAE values compare with SAE class averages. Positive percentages indicate more space efficiency and negative percentages indicate less.
+15%
VDA: More space efficient than the average Crossover
-5%
SAE: Less space efficient than the average SUV
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With more doors, the 2022 Toyota RAV4 is more practical for passengers to enter and exit. There is no advantage for either model when it comes to passenger numbers, since both offer a 5-seat configuration. The 1 m turning circle difference means the 2022 Toyota RAV4 might clear a U-turn where the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe requires a bit more care. There's a monumental difference in mass; the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe is a staggering 735 kg heavier than the 2022 Toyota RAV4.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11 m
12 m (+1)
Curb weight
1,533 kg
2,268 kg (+735)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
Curb weight
1,533 kg
99 kg lighter than the average Crossover
2,268 kg
179 kg lighter than the average SUV
DriveSize manoeuvrability
DriveSize manoeuvrability combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
A positive percentage means more manoeuvrable than the class average and a negative percentage means less manoeuvrable.
+1%
More manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
+1%
More manoeuvrable than the average SUV
Parking
Will the 2022 Toyota RAV4 or 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe fit in a standard parking space?
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 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, and length clearance is 45 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
44.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45 cm
2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe 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 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, and length clearance is 35.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
43.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
35.5 cm
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