Trunk comparison: BMW 3 Series Touring vs Peugeot 3008
Key Differences
The biggest differences concern the depth of the trunk and the loading edge height:
- Depth (loading edge → trunk floor): Peugeot +3.9 in (≈1000%) compared to the BMW.
- Loading edge: Peugeot +7.9 in (33%) higher above the road than the BMW.
- BMW is +3.1 in (5%) longer with the seats folded down.
- BMW is +0.4 in (1%) longer with the first row of seats upright.
- Peugeot has a +2.4 in (8%) higher trunk opening height.
- Peugeot is +2.4 in (6%) wider at the narrowest point; the opening width is +0.8 in (2%) larger.
Impact on Usability
Loading edge height: The significantly higher loading edge of the Peugeot (+7.9 in / 33%) makes lifting heavy or bulky items more strenuous.
The BMW with its lower loading edge allows easier sliding or lifting of boxes, strollers, or hardware store goods and is more ergonomic for frequent loading and unloading in everyday use.
Trunk depth: The greater depth in the Peugeot (+3.9 in) means more usable volume below the loading edge. This is advantageous for bulky, tall, or irregularly shaped cargo that fits better in a deeper cargo space (e.g., plants, boxes, backpacks).
Combined with the higher loading edge, this means more space but with greater effort required to load the cargo.
Length and opening: The BMW is 3.1 in longer with the seats folded down and is therefore somewhat better suited for very long items (skis, slats, long boxes). The slightly larger opening height of the Peugeot (+2.4 in) helps when loading tall items; the width differences are minor and have little practical impact.
In summary: Those who frequently transport heavy or bulky goods without much lifting benefit more from the BMW (lower loading edge, more practical loading height). Those who need more deep loading height and somewhat more volume in the cargo space and accept the higher lifting find advantages in the Peugeot.