Trunk comparison: Audi Q2 vs Hyundai Kona
Key Differences
Several relevant differences emerge in the volume and shape of the trunk: The Hyundai Kona is significantly longer in the cargo area with the seats folded down (+8.3 in; +14%), allowing it to accommodate longer items.
Furthermore, the width of the trunk opening on the Kona is noticeably larger (+3.9 in; +11%), which makes loading wider objects easier.
On the other hand, the Audi Q2 has a significantly greater depth between the loading edge and the trunk floor (+2.4 in; +120%), meaning a deeper cargo well, and the loading edge of the Audi Q2 sits higher above the road (+3.1 in; +12%).
Smaller differences with hardly noticeable effects include a +3.1 in longer loading floor in the Kona with the rear seat upright (+10% — borderline case), a +2 in wider narrow point in the Kona (+5%), and only +0.4 in higher opening height in the Kona (+1%).
Impact on Usability
The combination of these differences leads to clear practical consequences: Because the Kona is longer with the seats folded and has a larger opening, it is better suited for long or wide loads such as slats, furniture boards, or bulky luggage — they can be more easily loaded and maneuvered through the wider opening.
The larger trunk opening also helps when loading awkward items.
The Audi Q2 offers more “recessed” storage space due to the significantly deeper cargo well: items lie deeper in the trunk, which can reduce shifting and make the volume below the loading edge more usable (e.g., when luggage needs to lie stably).
However, this is offset by the higher loading edge: lifting heavy or bulky loads into the Q2 requires more effort and is less comfortable than with the lower Kona.
In practice, this means: for frequent handling of heavy items, the Kona is more ergonomic; for securely storing cargo that should lie deep, the Q2 can offer advantages.
In summary: Those who often transport long or wide items or want to minimize lifting when loading will benefit more from the Hyundai Kona. Those who benefit from a deeper cargo well and better recessed cargo space and can live with the higher loading edge will find advantages in the Audi Q2.