Trunk comparison: BMW 3 Series Touring vs Volvo XC60

Key Differences (Highlighted)

There are only a few clear differences in the dimensions.

Three values are particularly relevant in favor of the Volvo XC60: the trunk sill is +4.7 in (≈20%) higher, the width of the trunk at the narrowest point is +6.3 in (≈17%) larger, and the width of the trunk opening is +4.7 in (≈12%) larger than in the BMW 3 Series Touring.

Smaller deviations include: the Volvo has a +1.2 in (2%) longer loading length with the seats folded down, while the BMW's cargo space is +1.6 in (4%) longer with the first row of seats upright; the height of the opening and the trunk depths differ by only a few centimeters (<5%).

Impact on Usability

The greater width at the narrowest point and the wider opening in the Volvo increase practicality for bulky, wide items (e.g., strollers, large boxes, wide sports equipment). Items can be more easily rotated sideways and maneuvered through the opening.

The significantly higher trunk sill of the Volvo makes lifting heavy items higher – this increases the effort required when loading and unloading and complicates loading low, heavy loads.

For regularly transporting heavy boxes or for users with limited mobility, the lower load floor of the BMW is therefore more comfortable in everyday use.

The minor length differences with folded or upright seats as well as the minimal differences in opening height and trunk depths are usually unnoticeable in daily life and rarely affect usability.

More decisive for practical everyday suitability are the three highlighted advantages of the Volvo (width + opening) compared to the disadvantage of the higher trunk sill.