2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate vs 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate or 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited would require an extra 15.4 cm of garage space length compared to the more compact 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate. You might notice the 8.6 cm width difference when parking; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited leaves a little less margin for error in the bay compared to the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate. The roofline of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is 38.1 cm higher than that of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate, making the contrast immediately noticeable. At 33.9 cm shorter, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate should be significantly more nimble in the city than the longer-bodied 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited.
Measurements
Length
463.1 cm
478.5 cm (+15.4)
Height
148.7 cm
186.8 cm (+38.1)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.9 cm
187.5 cm (+8.6)
Ground clearance
N/A
24.6 cm (+33.9)
Wheelbase
266.9 cm
300.8 cm (+0.7)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
463.1 cm
11.4 cm shorter than the average Estate
478.5 cm
16.9 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
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited offers 898 L using the SAE method, which is above average for its segment. 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate's 611 L uses the different VDA standard, and is average for its segment. We can't declare a definitive winner on cargo space alone due to the differing VDA and SAE standards for these two vehicles, but the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has way above average space for its size class.
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
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
898 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
2,050 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.
209.9 L per m
271.9 L per m (+62.1)
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
145 L per m² (+27.7)
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
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
898 L
143 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.
N/A
2,050 L
688 L less cargo volume than the average SUV
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%)
105%
SAE: above class average (+5%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate offers more practicality with its 5 doors compared to the 4-door layout of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. Both 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate are designed to accommodate up to 5 people. The 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate is noticeably more agile in tight spots, boasting a turning circle 0.7 m tighter than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.3 m
12 m (+0.7)
Curb weight
N/A
1,912 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.3 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Estate
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
Curb weight
N/A
1,912 kg
535 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
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV
Parking
Will the 2024 Volkswagen Golf Estate or 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 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.
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 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
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