Trunk comparison: BMW i4 vs VW Taigo

Differences at a Glance

The comparison reveals clear strengths: The BMW i4 offers a longer cargo floor, while the VW Taigo provides more height and usable width. Specifically, the BMW i4 has a cargo floor that is 7.9 in (13%) longer with the seats folded down and 6.3 in (20%) longer with the front seats upright than the Taigo.

In contrast, the VW Taigo's trunk opening is 5.1 in (19%) higher, the depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor is 3.9 in (100%) greater, and the width at the narrowest point is 4.3 in (13%) wider than the BMW.

Smaller differences: the Taigo's loading edge is 2 in (7%) higher above the ground and the trunk opening width is 2 in (5%) wider — these are under 10% and are not highlighted here.

Impact on Usability

Because the BMW i4 has a significantly longer cargo floor, it is better suited for longer items such as skis, slats, bamboo or wooden strips, or furniture parts that can be transported lengthwise. The greater length also offers an advantage when transporting bulky but flat items.

The VW Taigo scores with tall, voluminous, or wide cargo: the higher trunk opening and significantly greater interior height/depth (loading edge to floor) as well as the wider narrowest width make it easier to load tall boxes, suitcases, chairs, or bulky package shipments that require more vertical space.

For moving small furniture pieces or transporting stacks in crates, the Taigo is therefore more practical.

A practical compromise: The slightly higher loading edge on the Taigo (+2 in) can make loading heavy items a bit more strenuous but is a minor disadvantage compared to the mentioned volume advantages.

Conclusion: Choose the BMW i4 if you regularly transport long items. Choose the VW Taigo if you often need to load tall or voluminous cargo and wider pieces.