Jeep Wrangler generations
(Turning circle)| Generation year | Turning circle |
|---|---|
| Wrangler, Model year 1988 (YJ) | 10.3 m |
| Wrangler, Model year 1996 (TJ) | 10 m |
| Wrangler, Model year 2007 (JK) | 10.4 m |
| Wrangler, Model year 2011 (JK (1. Facelift)) | 10.4 m |
| Wrangler, Model year 2018 (JL) | 10.4 m |
| Wrangler, Model year 2023 (Wrangler JL (1. Facelift)) | 12.3 m |
The turning circle compared to other Jeep models
Within the Jeep family, our beloved Wrangler JL stands out, not just for its rugged charm but also for its turning circle. At 10.40m, it pirouettes with more ease than the Renegade and Compass, both at 11.10m—not sure they enjoy the limelight, though. The Grand Cherokee's 11.70m is more dignified, slower-paced waltz, suitable for a vehicle of its stature. Playing twin roles, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and Gladiator are the extended family members with respective circles of 12.30m and, the more cumbersome, 13.70m. Yes, size does matter when you're trying to escape boulders or squeeze into that last parking spot at the mall.
Jeep Wrangler vs other current cars by Jeep
(Turning circle)| Variant name | Turning circle |
|---|---|
| Wrangler | 10.4 m |
| Avenger Elektro | 10.5 m |
| Avenger Verbrenner | 10.5 m |
| Compass | 11 m |
| Renegade | 11.1 m |
| Grand Cherokee | 11.7 m |
| Wrangler Unlimited | 12.3 m |
| Gladiator | 13.7 m |
How does the turning circle of the Jeep Wrangler compare to it's nearest competitors?
But how does our Wrangler stand nose to grille with its fellow four-wheeled thespians? The Genesis GV80 and the Lexus NX, being more grande dame luxury than rugged overlander, have slightly larger turning circles at 12.00m and 12.10m respectively. In the realm of compact elegance, the Lexus IS's turning arc matches the earlier TJ's 10.20m—a dance-off worthy of an audience. The Mercedes C-Class, oh la la, at 10.80m, it's got moves, but it ain't no Wrangler. BMW's urban adventurer, the X2, floats around at 11.30m, proving that sometimes, the Wrangler prefers to navigate the urban jungle with more extravagant gestures.
Jeep Wrangler vs. similar cars
(Turning circle)| Car model | Turning circle |
|---|---|
| CUPRA Formentor 2020 | 11 m |
| Genesis G70 2021 | 11 m |
| Mercedes-Benz CLE 2023 | 11.2 m |
| Peugeot 408 2023 | 11.2 m |
| Honda ZR-V 2023 | 11.3 m |
| Genesis GV70 2021 | 11.5 m |
| Genesis G80 2021 | 11.6 m |
| Renault Rafale 2024 | 11.6 m |
| Alfa Romeo Tonale 2022 | 11.6 m |
| Mazda CX-60 2022 | 11.7 m |
| Lynk & Co 01 2021 | 11.8 m |
| Genesis GV80 2021 | 12 m |
| Ford Explorer 2019 | 12 m |
| Suzuki Across 2020 | 12 m |
| Lexus ES 2019 | 12 m |
| Ford Bronco 2023 | 12.2 m |
| Jeep Wrangler 2023 | 12.3 m |
| Aston Martin DBX 2020 | 12.4 m |
| Maserati Grecale 2022 | 12.4 m |
| Mazda CX-80 2024 | 12.4 m |
| Toyota Highlander 2021 | 12.4 m |
| Lexus LM 2023 | 13 m |
| Ineos Grenadier 2022 | 13.5 m |
