Trunk comparison: BMW iX1 vs Dacia Duster

Key Differences

There are three points with more than a 10% difference in the relevant dimensions: The Dacia Duster has a +13% (≈3.5 in) larger trunk opening than the BMW iX1, the depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor is +300% (≈2.4 in) greater in the Duster, and the width of the trunk opening is +11% (≈4.3 in) larger in the BMW iX1 than in the Duster.

Smaller differences (each <10%): The Duster is ≈+8% longer with the first row of seats upright, ≈+1% longer with the seats fully folded down, and the loading edge of the Duster is ≈+6% higher above the ground.

Impact on Usability

The higher trunk opening of the Duster (+13%) makes it easier to slide in tall items and provides more vertical clearance — practical for tall boxes, equipment, or bulky camping gear.

The significantly greater depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor (+300%) means the Duster can accommodate items further below the loading edge; this increases usable volume for stackable or durable cargo but may be less relevant for very flat loads.

The wider opening of the BMW iX1 (+11%) makes loading wider, flatter, or bulky items easier because there is more width available to angle in, for example, furniture panels or wide boxes.

Additionally, the lower loading edge height of the iX1 (≈‑6% difference in favor of the iX1) is advantageous when lifting heavy items — less effort required when loading.

Conclusion: For frequent transport of tall or deep-set cargo (e.g., camping gear, stacked boxes), the Dacia Duster is more practical due to the higher opening and significantly greater depth.

For wider, bulky items and easier lifting of heavy loads, the BMW iX1 offers advantages with its larger opening width and lower loading edge. Smaller length differences when folding the seats are hardly relevant in practice.