Trunk comparison: BMW 5 Series Touring vs Dacia Duster

Summary of the Biggest Differences

The BMW 5 Series Touring offers a cargo space that is 10.2 in (16%) longer with the seats folded down and 4.7 in (12%) longer with the first row of seats upright compared to the Dacia Duster.

The Duster has a trunk opening height that is 4.3 in (16%) larger, a depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor that is 3.1 in (700%) greater, and the loading edge itself is 3.9 in (15%) higher above the ground than the BMW.

Smaller width advantages of the BMW (narrowest point +2.8 in / +7%; opening width +3.1 in / +8%) are under 10% and thus less significant.

Implications for Usability

The significantly larger longitudinal cargo space in the BMW (each >10%) makes it more practical for long items such as slats, skis, or furniture parts: more usable length means fewer restrictions when transporting longer loads and often more total volume with the seats folded down.

The Dacia scores with the higher trunk opening and especially the significantly greater depth below the loading edge. The higher opening makes it easier to load tall cargo, and the deeper recess allows volume to be stored "deeper" and tiny items to be kept out of sight.

However, the 3.9 in higher loading edge in the Duster means heavy luggage must be lifted higher — making loading more difficult compared to the lower BMW cargo floor.

In practice, this means: For long, flat, or bulky items, the BMW 5 Series Touring is the better choice. For voluminous but not extremely long cargo that benefits from a larger opening and a deeper loading floor, the Dacia Duster is advantageous — though the higher lift over the loading edge should be considered.