Trunk comparison: BMW X1 vs Peugeot 208

Key Differences

The BMW X1 offers a cargo space length that is 13 in (25%) longer with the seats folded down and a cargo space length that is 9.1 in (34%) longer with the first row of seats upright than the Peugeot 208. Additionally, the width of the trunk opening on the BMW is 8.3 in (24%) larger.

In contrast, the Peugeot 208 has a significantly greater depth between the loading edge and the trunk floor: +5.9 in (500%) compared to the BMW.

What impact does this have on usability?

Longer loading surface in the BMW X1: The greater cargo space length (both with folded and upright seats) makes the X1 clearly more practical for long items such as skis, furniture boards, or longer luggage. It also allows for more flexible loading concepts when transporting bulky, longitudinally placed cargo.

Wider trunk opening in the BMW X1: The 8.3 in larger opening makes it easier to load wide or bulky items (e.g., strollers, large boxes). In practice, this makes loading and unloading faster and less tricky.

Deeper cargo well in the Peugeot 208: The significantly greater depth between the loading edge and the trunk floor creates more usable vertical space in the lower part of the trunk — practical for bulky or tall but not too long items.

However, the deeper cargo floor also means that lifting and removing heavy items can be somewhat less convenient because a greater height difference must be overcome.

Small differences with little practical impact: The 1.2 in higher trunk opening on the Peugeot (≈4%) and the 2 in greater narrowest width on the BMW (≈5%) are both under 10% and less relevant in everyday use. The loading edge height of both models is the same, so overcoming the edge when loading remains comparable.