Trunk comparison: BMW iX1 vs Renault Clio

Key Differences

The BMW iX1 offers significantly more space in terms of loading volume, especially in length: with the seats folded down, the iX1's trunk is 11.8 in (23%) longer, and with the first row of seats upright, it is 7.5 in (27%) longer than the Renault Clio.

The loading edge of the iX1 is noticeably higher: 18.9 in (200%) above the road compared to the Clio. Another striking difference is the very large deviation in depth (loading edge to trunk floor): the Renault Clio is 29.5 in (3750%) deeper than the iX1.

Implications for Usability

The greater loading length of the iX1 makes it more practical for long items (e.g., slats, skis, longer boxes, or bicycles if they fit sideways) and for situations where the rear seats are regularly folded down.

The significantly higher loading edge of the iX1 also means more lifting effort when loading and unloading heavy loads; bulky or heavy objects are easier to lift onto the cargo floor in the Clio.

The greater depth suggested by the numbers for the Clio indicates a significantly differently shaped cargo area—in practice, this can either mean more usable volume below the loading edge or a deep trunk floor that makes storing flat items more difficult and lifting easier when loading.

Depending on the type of cargo (tall vs. long items), this is an important difference: the iX1 favors longer cargo, while the Clio may be differently usable in depth.

The smaller differences—the Clio's trunk opening is about 0.8 in higher, the narrowest width in the Clio is only 0.4 in larger, and the opening width in the iX1 is 3.5 in wider—are minor and usually have little impact on usability in everyday life.