Trunk comparison: Audi Q7 vs VW Touran

Key Differences (highlighted if greater than 10%)

The Audi Q7 offers significantly more cargo length: with seats upright, the trunk is +33.5 in (250%) longer than the VW Touran.

Even with seats folded down, the Q7 is larger: with fully folded seats +9.4 in (13%), and when the front row is upright +7.1 in (18%). Additionally, the width of the trunk opening in the Audi is +6.7 in (16%) larger than in the Touran.

In contrast, the VW Touran has a +4.3 in (15%) higher trunk opening, which facilitates vertical loading height. The loading edge of the Audi Q7 is +6.3 in (26%) higher above the ground. Smaller differences, such as the narrowest trunk point (+1.2 in / 3%) or the trunk depth (+0.4 in / 0%), are negligible.

Impact on Usability

The larger length dimensions and wider opening of the Q7 make it better suited for long or bulky cargo: furniture pieces, long pipes, or larger amounts of luggage can be accommodated more easily, even with full or partial seating.

The significantly greater length with seats upright is especially advantageous when passengers are seated and a lot of cargo still needs to be transported.

The higher trunk opening of the Touran makes loading tall items easier and reduces the risk of bumping into the opening. The lower loading edge in the Touran (compared to the higher level of the Q7) makes lifting heavy items more ergonomic and less strenuous — an advantage for frequent or heavy cargo.

In summary: For maximum cargo space, long or wide items, and flexible use when loaded, the Audi Q7 is the better choice. For easier, back-friendly loading and unloading as well as loading tall cargo, the VW Touran is more practical.