Trunk comparison: Audi A3 Sportback vs Peugeot 5008

Key Differences

There are clear focuses when it comes to cargo volume and dimensions: The Peugeot 5008 offers a longer cargo area of +15.4 in (26%) with all seats folded down compared to the Audi A3 Sportback, and even with the first row of seats upright, the Peugeot's cargo area is significantly longer by +11 in (36%).

In contrast, the Audi A3 Sportback has a significantly longer trunk space of +16.9 in (126%) when all seats are upright compared to the Peugeot.

Additionally, the trunk depth (loading edge to trunk floor) is much more pronounced in the Audi with +5.9 in (1500%). Regarding width, the Peugeot offers +6.3 in (16%) more space than the Audi at the narrowest point as well as at the trunk opening.

Smaller differences like the 1.2 in higher trunk opening or the 0.8 in higher loading edge of the Peugeot are not emphasized as they are under 10%.

Implications for Usability

These differences lead to different strengths in practice: The Peugeot 5008 is clearly advantageous when regularly transporting long or wide items—especially with folded seats and partial loading behind the first row.

The greater width at the narrow point and the wider opening make loading bulky items like furniture, bicycles, or wide boxes easier.

The Audi A3 Sportback scores in everyday use with a fully occupied seat row: With +16.9 in (126%) more loading length with all seats upright, it offers more usable storage space for luggage, shopping bags, or suitcases when the rear bench is occupied.

The significantly greater trunk depth in the Audi (+5.9 in) also creates more volume below the loading edge, which facilitates concealed storage of items or stacking of suitcases.

In short: For families or users who often travel fully occupied and still need a generous everyday trunk, the Audi A3 Sportback is often more practical. Those who want to transport larger, longer, or wider loads and need more flexibility when folding seats benefit more from the Peugeot 5008.