Trunk comparison: Audi A6 Avant vs Ford Focus Wagon

Main Differences

Both wagons offer similar cargo space in depth and height: the loading edge height differs by only +0.4 in in favor of the Audi, the height of the trunk opening by +0.8 in also for the Audi, and the depth (loading edge → trunk floor) is identical. With the folded-out loading floor, the Audi is 4.7 in (≈7%) longer.

More significant differences (>10%) exist in usable space with the first row upright and in the narrowest width: the Audi A6 Avant has a 5.1 in (≈13%) longer loading length with seats upright, while the Ford Focus Wagon is 5.1 in (≈13%) wider at the narrowest point.

The width of the trunk opening is 1.6 in (≈4%) larger on the Ford.

Impact on Usability

The 13% longer loading length of the Audi with the first row upright makes it more practical for long items that need to be transported without folding down the front seats (e.g., skis, long pipes, or furniture parts).

The larger interior space with folded seats (Audi +4.7 in) additionally supports longer loading options, but is less pronounced.

The 13% greater narrowest width in the Ford, on the other hand, facilitates transporting wider or bulkier goods (e.g., wide boxes, household appliances) and storing irregularly shaped cargo because fewer tight spots occur.

The slightly larger opening width of the Ford (±1.6 in) also helps loading bulky parts, albeit only slightly.

In short: For longer, slimmer cargo with seats upright, the Audi has the advantage; for wider, bulkier cargo—and overall easier placement of bulky items due to more width at the narrowest point—the Ford is more practical.

Smaller differences in opening height and loading edge height are hardly noticeable in everyday use.