Trunk comparison: Audi A4 Avant vs Peugeot 308 SW 3-row

Main Differences

The Audi A4 Avant offers a significantly longer cargo space with the seats fully folded down: +15 in (26%) compared to the Peugeot. The difference is even more pronounced when all seats are upright: the Audi has +27.6 in (200%) more cargo area here.

Also notable is the greater trunk depth (loading edge to trunk floor) of the Audi with +0.4 in (25%) and the higher loading edge of the Audi +2.8 in (13%) above the road. The Peugeot scores with the width of the trunk opening with +4.3 in (11%).

Impact on Usability

The larger length dimensions of the Audi, both with folded and upright seats, make it more practical for long items and everyday use with lots of luggage: furniture pieces, long sports equipment (e.g. skis), or several large suitcases can be accommodated more easily.

The slightly greater trunk depth in the Audi creates marginally more usable interior space forward but only has a minor effect in absolute centimeters.

However, the higher loading edge of the Audi means more effort when lifting heavy items into the trunk — loading and unloading is generally easier and more back-friendly with the Peugeot due to the lower loading edge.

The wider opening width of the Peugeot makes it easier to load wide or bulky parts that might otherwise fail at the Audi's opening. Smaller advantages of the Peugeot (slightly higher opening height, minimally greater interior width at the narrowest point) exist but are under 10% and therefore less significant.

Conclusion: For maximum loading length and volume flexibility, the Audi A4 Avant is clearly advantageous; however, those who need easier handling when loading and more width at the opening have the advantage with the Peugeot 308 SW.