Trunk comparison: Audi Q7 vs Volvo XC60

Key Differences

When comparing trunk dimensions, two values stand out clearly: The Audi Q7 offers a cargo space that is 9.8 in (14%) longer with the seats folded down than the Volvo XC60, and with the first row of seats upright, the Q7's trunk is even 9.1 in (24%) longer.

These two differences over 10% mark the biggest structural advantage of the Q7 over the XC60 in terms of usable length.

Impact on Usability

The longer loading areas of the Q7 specifically mean more room for long items like boards, skis, slats, or folded furniture. With fully folded seats, significantly more length can be accommodated in the Q7, making it more practical for moves, tradesmen, or outdoor equipment.

Even with the first row upright, the Q7 offers more space for longer cargo behind the front seats, making the vehicle more flexible for transport tasks without necessarily folding down all rear seats.

Other, Smaller Differences

Other deviations are smaller than 10% and thus have less impact: The width of the trunk opening is 3.5 in (8%) larger in the Q7, which facilitates loading wider items, while the narrowest interior width is 1.2 in (3%) more favorable in the XC60 — both are only marginal advantages in special cases.

The height of the opening differs by only 0.4 in (1%), and the depth (loading edge to trunk floor) is identical. However, the loading edge of the Q7 is 2.4 in (8%) higher above the road, which makes lifting heavy items somewhat more strenuous than in the XC60.