Trunk comparison: Audi Q2 vs Ford S-MAX

Key Differences

The Ford S‑Max offers significantly more cargo space in length and accessibility: with the seats fully folded down, the trunk of the S‑Max is +20.9 in (37%) longer than that of the Audi Q2, and with the first row of seats upright, the S‑Max advantage is even +13.4 in (44%).

The opening of the S‑Max is higher and wider: the trunk opening is +6.3 in (21%) higher and the opening width +4.7 in (13%) compared to the Q2. At the narrowest point, the S‑Max is only slightly wider (+1.6 in / 4%), which is below the 10% mark and thus less relevant.

Differences with Practical Impact

For longer or bulky items (slats, furniture parts, skis, etc.), the S‑Max clearly has the advantage due to the significantly greater interior length and the higher, wider opening: items can be loaded more easily and placed straight, also in everyday use when loading strollers, boxes, or long packages.

The higher opening facilitates inserting tall cargo and reduces the risk of bumps on the roof edge.

The Audi Q2, on the other hand, has a significantly greater depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor (+3.1 in (267%)) and a higher loading edge above the road (+7.5 in (33%)).

This means the cargo area sits lower in the vehicle, offering a "deeper" cargo volume, allowing smaller items to be stacked better and providing more space inside below the loading edge.

Practically, this means heavy luggage or bulky loads must be lifted higher because the loading edge is noticeably higher — this impairs ergonomic handling when loading and unloading compared to the lower loading edge of the S‑Max.

Conclusion: Those who regularly transport long, bulky, or many pieces of luggage and value easy, back-friendly loading will benefit from the Ford S‑Max.

Those who prefer a deeper, more compact cargo well where items can be stored lower and somewhat more protected (at the expense of loading ergonomics) will find a suitable solution in the Audi Q2.