2021 Volkswagen ID.4 vs 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Which is bigger, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited measures an extra 20.1 cm in length, providing a slightly more substantial footprint on the road than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited measures just 2.3 cm wider than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, an incremental difference that shouldn't influence your buying decision, unless it just tips if it fits in your garage! The height contrast is vast; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited stands a massive 25.6 cm taller than the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. If you live in a rural area, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's 8.6 cm ground clearance lead over the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is a major plus. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has a 24.2 cm longer wheelbase, which often translates to extra "stretch-out" room in the back.
Measurements
Length
458.4 cm
478.5 cm (+20.1)
Height
161.2 cm
186.8 cm (+25.6)
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.2 cm
187.5 cm (+2.3)
Width (including mirrors)
210.8 cm
N/A (+8.6)
Ground clearance
16 cm
24.6 cm (+24.2)
Wheelbase
276.6 cm
300.8 cm (+0.5)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
458.4 cm
5.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
478.5 cm
16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV
Height
161.2 cm
1.6 cm shorter than the average Crossover
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
Width (excluding mirrors)
185.2 cm
0.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
Width (including mirrors)
210.8 cm
4.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
N/A
Ground clearance
16 cm
2.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
Wheelbase
276.6 cm
4.2 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
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
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited claims a double cargo victory, with a moderate 40 L lead in the boot and a large 232 L (SAE) advantage with the seats 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.
543 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.
1,575 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.
858 L
898 L (+40)
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.
1,818 L
2,050 L (+232)
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.
197.3 L per m
271.9 L per m (+74.7)
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.
106.5 L per m²
145 L per m² (+38.5)
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.
543 L
98 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.
1,575 L
67 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.
858 L
119 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
1,818 L
53 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
108%
VDA: above class average (+8%)
105%
SAE: above class average (+5%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Choosing the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited means managing with 1 fewer door(s), but this usually means a cleaner looking side profile than the 5-door 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. You get the same number of seats in both models, as the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 are each configured for 5 passengers. You’ll definitely feel the 1.8 m turning circle difference when parking; the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is clearly the more maneuverable of the two. Both vehicles offer a similar level of agility, as the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited carries just 21 kg of extra weight over the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.2 m
12 m (+1.8)
Curb weight
1,891 kg
1,912 kg (+21)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.2 m
1 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
Curb weight
1,891 kg
259 kg heavier than the average Crossover
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.
107%
7% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV
Parking
Will the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited fit in a standard parking space?
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 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 44.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 45.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
44.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
45.5 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 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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