2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vs 2023 Volkswagen ID.3
Which is bigger, the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe or 2023 Volkswagen ID.3?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measured bumper to bumper, 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe extends 52.2 cm beyond 2023 Volkswagen ID.3, marking a substantial length advantage. At 6.6 cm wider, the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe occupies a bit more of the lane than the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3, giving it more road presence. The 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe is an incredible 30.4 cm taller, which fundamentally alters the ease of access and the total volume of the interior relative to the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. The 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 23.8 cm shorter between the axles than the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe.
Measurements
Length
478.6 cm (+52.2)
426.4 cm
Height
186.8 cm (+30.4)
156.4 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm (+6.6)
180.9 cm
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
207 cm
Ground clearance
25.7 cm (+23.8)
N/A
Wheelbase
300.8 cm (+1.3)
277 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
478.6 cm
16.8 cm shorter than the average SUV
426.4 cm
11.2 cm longer than the average Hatchback
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
156.4 cm
8.5 cm taller than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
180.9 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
207 cm
7.5 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
25.7 cm
3.2 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
N/A
Wheelbase
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
277 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe has 784 L (SAE) of cargo space with the seats up, a figure that is average for its segment, while the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 has 385 L under the VDA system. Comparing maximum cargo space is a challenge here as 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe is measured at 1,909 L (SAE) while 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 uses the VDA standard. That said, the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe is way above average for the suv segment.
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
385 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
1,267 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.
784 L
N/A
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.
1,909 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.
246.1 L per m (+83.4)
162.7 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.
131.2 L per m² (+41.3)
89.9 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
385 L
42 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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
1,267 L
149 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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.
784 L
29 L more cargo volume than the average SUV
N/A
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.
1,909 L
829 L less cargo volume than the average SUV
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.
95%
SAE: below class average (-5%)
108%
VDA: above class average (+8%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With an extra 1 doors, the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 makes loading child seats or shopping easier than in the 4-door 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe. In terms of seating capacity, the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe matches the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 exactly, with each accommodating up to 5 people. At 1.7 m wider, the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe requires a much more deliberate approach to tight corners than the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12 m (+1.7)
10.3 m
Curb weight
2,268 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
10.3 m
0.1 m smaller turning circle than the average Hatchback
Curb weight
2,268 kg
179 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.
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV
99%
1% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
Parking
Will the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe or 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 fit in a standard parking space?
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 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 35.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
43.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
35.5 cm
2023 Volkswagen ID.3 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 47 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 61.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
47 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
61.5 cm
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