2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measuring 24.6 cm more from front to rear bumper, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited provides that extra bit of "stretch" over the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan. In terms of width, there is almost nothing between them; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is a mere 3.3 cm wider than the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited utilises its extra 20.8 cm of height to maximise cabin volume, making it feel larger inside than the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited provides a much more settled and secure feel at high speeds compared to the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan thanks to its 33.2 cm wheelbase advantage.
Measurements
Length
478.5 cm (+24.6)
453.9 cm
Height
186.8 cm (+20.8)
166 cm
Body width
187.5 cm (+3.3)
184.2 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
N/A
Wheelbase
300.8 cm (+33.2)
267.6 cm
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9 m² (+0.6)
8.4 m²
How each car compares with its class average
Length
478.5 cm
16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV
453.9 cm
1.3 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
166 cm
3.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Body width
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
184.2 cm
0.7 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
N/A
Wheelbase
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
267.6 cm
4.8 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
9 m²
0.8 m² smaller footprint than the average SUV
8.4 m²
0 m² smaller footprint than the average Crossover
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 Tiguan provides 1,650 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.
N/A
652 L
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.
N/A
1,650 L
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
N/A
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
N/A
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 (+51.3)
220.6 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 (+25.2)
119.8 L per m²
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.
N/A
652 L
207 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
N/A
1,650 L
142 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
N/A
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
N/A
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.
+5%
SAE: More space efficient than the average SUV
+21%
VDA: More space efficient than the average Crossover
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With an extra 1 doors, the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan makes loading child seats or shopping easier than in the 4-door 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. In terms of seating capacity, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited matches the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan exactly, with each accommodating up to 5 people. The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan is the slightly nimbler of the two when pulling a U-turn, though by a very narrow 0.3 m margin. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is 202 kg further up the scales, trading agility for a more "planted" highway experience.
Measurements
Doors
4
5 (+1)
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12 m (+0.3)
11.7 m
Curb weight
1,912 kg (+202)
1,710 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
11.7 m
0.5 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,912 kg
535 kg lighter than the average SUV
1,710 kg
78 kg heavier than the average Crossover
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%
More manoeuvrable than the average SUV
-3%
Less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 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
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 48 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
48 cm
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