Trunk comparison: BMW 3 Series Touring vs Peugeot 5008

Key Differences

When comparing the cargo dimensions, the following differences stand out: The BMW 3 Series Touring offers significantly more loading length with seats upright: +26 in (194%) compared to the Peugeot 5008. The Peugeot, on the other hand, has a higher trunk opening (+3.1 in / 11%), a higher loading lip (+3.5 in / 15%), as well as significantly more width at the narrowest point (+7.9 in / 21%) and a wider opening (+5.1 in / 13%).

The depth of the trunk (loading lip to floor) is the same in both models.

Impact on Usability

Due to the significantly longer loading length of the BMW with seats upright, the 3 Series Touring is better suited for longer items, suitcases, or luggage that need to be transported without folding down the rear seats.

In everyday use, this means more flexibility for longer cargo with full seating occupancy, better use as a wagon for long items.

The Peugeot 5008 scores with more width and a larger opening. This makes loading wider or bulky items, strollers, or wide moving boxes easier — loading bulky items through the rear opening is also more comfortable. The higher trunk opening provides more vertical clearance for tall items.

The higher loading lip of the Peugeot (+3.5 in), however, reduces comfort when lifting heavy loads into the trunk: heavy luggage will be easier to load in the BMW because the loading lip is lower.

Small note: When all seats are folded down, the Peugeot has slightly more loading length (+5.1 in / 7%), and with the first row upright, the difference (+2 in / 5%) is small — these values are under 10% and less significant in everyday use than the differences highlighted above.

Conclusion

For longer cargo with full seating, the BMW 3 Series Touring is the more practical choice. Those who frequently load wide, tall, or bulky items and need a larger opening and more interior width will benefit from the Peugeot 5008 — but must accept a higher loading lip.