2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs 2015 Tesla Model X

Q: Which is bigger: the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2015 Tesla Model X?

The 2015 Tesla Model X is longer than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler by 26.7 cm (10.5 in). The 2015 Tesla Model X is wider than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler by 12.4 cm (4.9 in). The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is taller than the 2015 Tesla Model X by 18.4 cm (7.2 in).

Q: Which vehicle has more published cargo space: the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2015 Tesla Model X?

Based on the SAE standard published figure, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler has 541 L more cargo capacity than the 2015 Tesla Model X.

Q: Does the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2015 Tesla Model X seat more passengers?

2015 Tesla Model X seats up to 7 passengers, while 2018 Jeep Wrangler seats up to 5.

Q: Which car is heavier: the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2015 Tesla Model X?

Curb weight data is not available for the 2015 Tesla Model X.

Q: Which car is easier to maneuver/park: the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2015 Tesla Model X?

The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is easier to maneuver and park, with a smaller turning circle of 12 m (39.4 ft) compared with 12.3 m (40.4 ft) for the 2015 Tesla Model X. In tight spaces, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is shorter overall and narrower, which makes it easier to fit and steer into parking bays.

Q: Which car is better for city driving, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2015 Tesla Model X?

The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is better for city driving with a smaller turning circle of 12 m (39.4 ft) versus 12.3 m (40.4 ft) for the 2015 Tesla Model X. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is shorter at 478.5 cm (188.4 in) versus 505.2 cm (198.9 in) for the 2015 Tesla Model X, and the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is narrower at 187.5 cm (73.8 in) versus 199.9 cm (78.7 in) for the 2015 Tesla Model X.

Side view of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2015 Tesla Model X?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

The 2015 Tesla Model X measures an extra 26.7 cm in length, providing a slightly more substantial footprint on the road than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. There is a moderate step up in width; the 2015 Tesla Model X extends 12.4 cm further than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited towers in height over the 2015 Tesla Model X by 18.4 cm, providing a much more commanding view of any traffic ahead. With a 7.5 cm advantage in ground clearance, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is better equipped for unpaved roads and snowy conditions when compared to the 2015 Tesla Model X. Interior legroom will feel nearly identical, as the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited adds only 4.3 cm to the 2015 Tesla Model X’s wheelbase.

Measurements

Length

478.5 cm

505.2 cm (+26.7)

Height

186.8 cm (+18.4)

168.4 cm

Width (excluding mirrors)

187.5 cm

199.9 cm (+12.4)

Width (including mirrors)

N/A (+7.5)

227.1 cm

Ground clearance

24.6 cm (+4.3)

17.1 cm

Wheelbase

300.8 cm

296.5 cm (+1.1)

How each car compares with its class average

Length

478.5 cm

16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV

505.2 cm

52.6 cm longer than the average Crossover

Height

186.8 cm

3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV

168.4 cm

5.6 cm taller than the average Crossover

Width (excluding mirrors)

187.5 cm

8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV

199.9 cm

15 cm wider than the average Crossover

Width (including mirrors)

N/A

227.1 cm

20.7 cm wider than the average Crossover

Ground clearance

24.6 cm

2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV

17.1 cm

1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover

Wheelbase

300.8 cm

10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV

296.5 cm

24.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover

Front view

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

This is a significant split in design; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited offers a massive 541 L advantage for your luggage, yet the 2015 Tesla Model X counters with a huge 116 L lead for total hauling with the seats down.

Measurements

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.

898 L (+541)

357 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.

2,050 L

2,166 L (+116)

Frunk capacity

N/A

187 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.

271.9 L per m (+75.9)

196 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.

145 L per m² (+47)

98 L per m²

How each car compares with its class average

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.

898 L

143 L more cargo volume than the average SUV

357 L

382 L less 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.

2,050 L

688 L less cargo volume than the average SUV

2,166 L

295 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.

105%

SAE: above class average (+5%)

75%

SAE: below class average (-25%)

Rear view

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited trades the extra access points of the 2015 Tesla Model X for a more cohesive and solid body design with just 4 doors. The 2015 Tesla Model X can handle 2 additional passengers than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, which is a decent step up in practicality. You’d be hard-pressed to tell the difference doing a U-turn, as the 2015 Tesla Model X has a turning circle of only 0.3 m wider than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited.

Measurements

Doors

5 (+1)

Max. seats

7 (+2)

Turning circle

12 m

12.3 m (+0.3)

Curb weight

1,912 kg

N/A

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

12 m

0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV

12.3 m

1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover

Curb weight

1,912 kg

535 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

89%

11% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover

Parking

Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2015 Tesla Model X fit in a standard parking space?

2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 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

2015 Tesla Model X 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 37.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 22 cm at each end.