2023 Volkswagen ID.3 vs 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Which is bigger, the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 or 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
There is a large difference in length between the two models, with the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited being 52.1 cm longer than the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is significantly wider, which may offer more shoulder room inside but could make tight parking garages more challenging. Height heavily favours the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, which measures 30.4 cm taller than the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited offers a slightly longer wheelbase, which typically translates to a smoother ride over bumps.
Measurements
Length
426.4 cm
478.5 cm (+52.1)
Height
156.4 cm
186.8 cm (+30.4)
Body width
180.9 cm
187.5 cm (+6.6)
Width including mirrors
207 cm
N/A
Ground clearance
N/A
24.6 cm
Wheelbase
277 cm
300.8 cm (+23.8)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.7 m²
9 m² (+1.3)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
426.4 cm
11.2 cm longer than the average Hatchback
478.5 cm
16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV
Height
156.4 cm
8.5 cm taller than the average Hatchback
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
Body width
180.9 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Hatchback
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
Width including mirrors
207 cm
7.5 cm wider than the average Hatchback
N/A
Ground clearance
N/A
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
Wheelbase
277 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
7.7 m²
0.4 m² larger footprint than the average Hatchback
9 m²
0.8 m² smaller footprint than the average SUV
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
A direct comparison between the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s 898 L (SAE) and the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3’s 385 L (VDA) cargo capacity isn't possible due to different measurement methods, but the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is above average for its class. The 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 is average for its class. Comparing maximum cargo space is a challenge here as 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is measured at 2,050 L (SAE) while 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 uses the VDA standard. That said, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 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.
385 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.
1,267 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.
162.7 L per m
271.9 L per m (+109.2)
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.
89.9 L per m²
145 L per m² (+55.1)
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.
385 L
42 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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.
1,267 L
149 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
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
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.
+8%
VDA: More space efficient than the average Hatchback
+5%
SAE: More space efficient than the average SUV
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 4-door 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited means slightly less convenience for rear-seat access compared to the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3. In terms of passenger capacity, there is no difference here, with both vehicles providing a maximum of 5 seats. There is a significant gap in agility here; the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 can spin around in a space 1.7 m smaller than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.3 m
12 m (+1.7)
Curb weight
N/A
1,912 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.3 m
0.1 m smaller turning circle than the average Hatchback
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
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%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
+1%
More manoeuvrable than the average SUV
Parking
Will the 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 or 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited fit in a standard parking space?
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 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, and length clearance is 61.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
47 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
61.5 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 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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