Trunk comparison: Audi A6 Sedan vs Mercedes Benz GLE

Key Differences

The most significant differences concern the height and width of the trunk opening as well as the depth and loading edge height: The Mercedes‑GLE has a +12.2 in (62%) higher trunk opening and a +6.3 in (17%) wider trunk opening than the Audi A6. The loading edge of the GLE is +4.3 in (17%) higher above the ground.

The depth of the trunk (loading edge → trunk floor) in the Audi A6 is +4.7 in (1100%) greater than in the GLE. Smaller or negligible differences are: Audi +3.9 in (10%) cargo length with the first row upright, Audi +0.4 in (1%) with seats folded down, and GLE +1.2 in (3%) narrowest trunk width.

Impact on Usability

Mercedes‑GLE — Advantages: The higher and significantly wider opening makes it easier to load very tall or wide items (e.g., large boxes, bulky furniture parts, bicycles in upright position). Large cargo can be loaded more easily because less turning or tilting is required.

Mercedes‑GLE — Disadvantages: The loading edge that is 4.3 in higher means more lifting effort when raising heavy items from the ground into the trunk; this increases physical strain when loading without lifting aids.

Audi A6 — Advantages: The significantly greater trunk depth provides more usable volume below the loading edge and enhances the ability to store and secure cargo deeper inside. The lower loading edge of the A6 makes lifting heavy luggage from the ground easier.

Audi A6 — Disadvantages: The lower and narrower trunk opening limits loading very tall or wide goods; bulky, tall items may need to be tilted or disassembled.

Summary: For very tall and wide cargo, the GLE is more favorable (better pass-through capability), while for frequent lifting of heavy loads and for cargo stored deeper in the trunk, the A6 is more practical (lower loading edge, greater depth).