Trunk comparison: BMW 3 Series Touring vs Ford Focus

Key Differences (highlighted)

The BMW 3 Series Touring offers a significantly longer loading length: with the seats folded down, the trunk is 7.9 in (≈13%) longer, and with the first row of seats upright, even 9.1 in (≈30%) longer than in the Ford Focus.

The Ford Focus, on the other hand, has a higher trunk opening (+3.1 in; ≈11%) and a significantly greater depth between the loading edge and the trunk floor (+6.7 in; stated as 1700%).

Additionally, the loading edge of the Ford is 3.5 in (≈15%) higher above the road. The width at the narrowest point is 6% greater in the Ford (not highlighted), and the width of the trunk opening is the same for both models.

Implications for Practical Use

The longer interior dimensions of the BMW make it more practical for long, flat items: furniture parts, long boxes, or skis are easier to transport, especially when the rear seats are folded down.

Those who frequently carry long cargo or want to use the vehicle flexibly as an "extended transporter" benefit from the BMW.

The Ford scores with volume loading options in the vertical direction and loading access: the higher trunk opening makes it easier to slide in tall items, and the greater depth from the loading edge area to the trunk floor offers more interior space useful for bulky, voluminous, or tall cargo.

However, the 3.5 in higher loading edge means heavy cargo must be lifted further — this increases physical strain during loading and unloading and can make handling heavy items more difficult.

In summary: For long, flat cargo, the BMW is clearly more advantageous; for taller or voluminous items and a higher opening point, the Ford is better suited, but with the drawback of a higher loading edge when loading.