2024 Volkswagen Passat vs 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Which is bigger, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat or 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measuring 13.2 cm more from front to rear bumper, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited provides that extra bit of "stretch" over the 2024 Volkswagen Passat. Both cars are well-matched in width, with the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited adding only 2.6 cm to the 2024 Volkswagen Passat’s profile. The height contrast is vast; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited stands a massive 37.1 cm taller than the 2024 Volkswagen Passat, completely changing the perspective from the driver's seat. If you drive these cars, you'll notice the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited feels a bit more planted on the motorway thanks to its 16.7 cm wheelbase advantage.
Measurements
Length
491.7 cm (+13.2)
478.5 cm
Height
149.7 cm
186.8 cm (+37.1)
Body width
184.9 cm
187.5 cm (+2.6)
Ground clearance
N/A
24.6 cm
Wheelbase
284.1 cm
300.8 cm (+16.7)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9.1 m² (+0.1)
9 m²
How each car compares with its class average
Length
491.7 cm
17.2 cm longer than the average Estate
478.5 cm
16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV
Height
149.7 cm
2.4 cm taller than the average Estate
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
Body width
184.9 cm
0.8 cm wider 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
284.1 cm
6.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Estate
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9.1 m²
0.3 m² larger footprint than the average Estate
9 m²
0.8 m² smaller footprint than the average SUV
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Due to the differing VDA vs SAE measurement methods, a direct comparison for cargo space isn't possible, but the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s 898 L is above average for its class. Within its own segment, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited seats-down capacity is way above average for the suv sector, while the 2024 Volkswagen Passat provides 1,920 L measured by VDA.
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.
690 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.
1,920 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.
227.9 L per m
271.9 L per m (+44)
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.
123.2 L per m²
145 L per m² (+21.8)
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.
690 L
142 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.
1,920 L
351 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
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.
+19%
VDA: More space efficient than the average Estate
+5%
SAE: More space efficient than the average SUV
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With more doors, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat is more practical for passengers to enter and exit. Neither holds an advantage in passenger count, as both have a maximum of 5-seats. The two cars have a shared turning circle of 12 m. The 334 kg weight gap will have a major impact on fuel consumption and overall driving dynamics.
Measurements
Doors
5 (+1)
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12 m
12 m
Curb weight
1,578 kg
1,912 kg (+334)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12 m
0.8 m larger turning circle than the average Estate
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
Curb weight
1,578 kg
17 kg lighter than the average Estate
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.
-6%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Estate
+1%
More manoeuvrable than the average SUV
Parking
Will the 2024 Volkswagen Passat or 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Volkswagen Passat 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 45 cm per side, and length clearance is 29 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
29 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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