Trunk comparison: Audi Q7 vs Opel Astra Wagon

Main Differences

The Audi Q7 offers significantly more loading length: with the seats folded down, the trunk is +9.8 in (14%) longer, and with the first row of seats upright, it is +6.7 in (17%) longer than in the Opel Astra Sports Tourer. The width of the trunk opening in the Q7 is also larger: +5.5 in (13%).

In contrast, the Opel Astra has a higher trunk opening and a significantly greater floor depth: the opening height is +3.9 in (13%) higher, and the depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor is +5.5 in (1300%) pronounced.

Additionally, the loading edge of the Audi Q7 is +6.7 in (28%) higher above the ground than that of the Astra.

Implications for Practical Use

For long and wide items (e.g., longer furniture parts, long skis, large boxes), the Audi Q7 has the advantage: the greater loading length and wider opening make it easier to accommodate bulky, flat, or elongated cargo.

The slightly larger minimum interior width is smaller (not highlighted), but it supports this additionally.

The Opel Astra Sports Tourer scores in ergonomic handling and loading of bulky, taller items: the higher opening height makes loading tall cargo easier, and the significantly greater depth between the loading edge and trunk floor creates more space below the opening (e.g., for bulky, tall suitcases or beverage crates).

Above all, the lower loading edge in the Astra (since the Q7's loading edge is significantly higher) makes lifting heavy loads into the vehicle easier.

In short: Those who frequently transport long or wide items benefit more from the Audi Q7. Those who often load and unload heavy, tall, or bulky goods and value lower lift height and large floor depth are better served by the Opel Astra Sports Tourer.