2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs 2022 Volkswagen Virtus

Q: Which is bigger: the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus?

The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is longer than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus by 22.4 cm (8.8 in). The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is wider than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus by 12.3 cm (4.8 in). The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is taller than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus by 36.1 cm (14.2 in).

Q: Which vehicle has more published cargo space: the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus?

The standard cargo figures use different measurement methods (VDA vs SAE), so we don’t compare them directly. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler has a standard SAE cargo capacity of 898 L and a largest SAE capacity of 2,050 L. The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus has a standard VDA cargo capacity of 521 L and a largest VDA capacity of 1,050 L.

Q: Does the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus seat more passengers?

The 2018 Jeep Wrangler and the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus both seat up to 5 passengers.

Q: Which car is heavier: the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus?

The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is 812 kg (1,790 lb) heavier than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus.

Q: Which car is easier to maneuver/park: the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus?

The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is easier to maneuver and park, with a smaller turning circle of 10.1 m (33.1 ft) compared with 12 m (39.4 ft) for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. In tight spaces, the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is shorter overall and narrower, which makes it easier to fit and steer into parking bays.

Q: Which car is better for city driving, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler or the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus?

The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is better for city driving with a smaller turning circle of 10.1 m (33.1 ft) versus 12 m (39.4 ft) for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is shorter at 456.1 cm (179.6 in) versus 478.5 cm (188.4 in) for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, and the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is narrower at 175.2 cm (69 in) versus 187.5 cm (73.8 in) for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler.

Side view of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2022 Volkswagen Virtus?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

Measuring 22.4 cm more from front to rear bumper, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited provides that extra bit of "stretch" over the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. There is a moderate step up in width; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited extends 12.3 cm further than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. The difference in height is dramatic, with the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited standing 36.1 cm taller than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. There’s a clear shift in capability here, with the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited offering 6.7 cm more clearance than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is 35.7 cm longer in the wheelbase, showing a big increase in chassis length and potential passenger volume.

Measurements

Length

478.5 cm (+22.4)

456.1 cm

Height

186.8 cm (+36.1)

150.7 cm

Width (excluding mirrors)

187.5 cm (+12.3)

175.2 cm

Ground clearance

24.6 cm (+35.7)

17.9 cm

Wheelbase

300.8 cm (+1)

265.1 cm

How each car compares with its class average

Length

478.5 cm

16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV

456.1 cm

16.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan

Height

186.8 cm

3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV

150.7 cm

4.9 cm taller than the average Sedan

Width (excluding mirrors)

187.5 cm

8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV

175.2 cm

7.8 cm narrower than the average Sedan

Ground clearance

24.6 cm

2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV

17.9 cm

3.9 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan

Wheelbase

300.8 cm

10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV

265.1 cm

13 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sedan

Front view

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

These two cars follow different measurement methods: SAE for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and VDA for the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus, so instead of a direct cargo space comparison, segment averages are the best way to gauge their relative utility. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s 898 L capacity with seats up is above average for its class, and the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus’s 521 L capacity is above average for its class. These two brands use different logic for their total interior volume so it's impossible to compare them like-for-like; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited provides 2,050 L (SAE) which for its segment is way above average, while the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is listed at 1,050 L (VDA) which is way above average for its 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.

N/A

521 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

1,050 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 (+117.1)

154.8 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 (+56.7)

88.4 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

521 L

46 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan

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 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.

105%

SAE: above class average (+5%)

Rear view

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

In terms of door count, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and 2022 Volkswagen Virtus are matched exactly, each featuring 4 doors. Both 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and 2022 Volkswagen Virtus are designed to accommodate up to 5 people. The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus offers a much more effortless driving experience in cramped spaces with its 1.9 m turning circle advantage compared with 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. We’re talking about a 812 kg weight shift, which places these two vehicles in completely different worlds of physics.

Measurements

Doors

Max. seats

Turning circle

12 m (+1.9)

10.1 m

Curb weight

1,912 kg (+812)

1,100 kg

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

12 m

0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV

10.1 m

1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan

Curb weight

1,912 kg

535 kg lighter than the average SUV

1,100 kg

422 kg lighter than the average Sedan

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 SUV

109%

9% more manoeuvrable than the average Sedan

Parking

Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2022 Volkswagen Virtus 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 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

2022 Volkswagen Virtus 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 49.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 46.5 cm at each end.