Trunk comparison: BMW X2 vs Durchschnitt SUV

Key Differences

The BMW X2 differs from the average SUV in the trunk primarily in two aspects: The height of the trunk opening on the average SUV is 4.3 in or 17% higher, and the depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor on the BMW X2 is 1.6 in or 80% greater.

All other measured dimensions are significantly smaller (folded trunk length +2 in/3%, length with front seats upright +3.1 in/9%, loading edge height +2 in/7%, narrowest width +1.2 in/3%, opening width +2.8 in/7%) and only slightly affect volume and usability.

Impact on Usability

The significantly lower trunk opening height of the BMW X2 practically means less vertical loading height: very tall or bulky items that need to be loaded through a large opening (e.g., furniture parts, tall boxes, or bulky sports equipment) are harder to load upright or may not fit through the opening, even though they could theoretically fit inside the volume.

At the same time, the considerably greater depth between the loading edge and the trunk floor means the cargo sits deeper in the vehicle — this increases the usable interior height below the loading edge, lowers the center of gravity of the load, and makes storing heavy, low-stackable loads (suitcases, crates, groceries) more stable.

Because the loading edge of the X2 is slightly higher above the ground, lifting heavy loads in is minimally more strenuous; however, this effect is small (≈7%). Smaller differences in width and lengths (3–9%) have little practical impact but can slightly limit usability with very wide items or maximum loading.

Conclusion: The BMW X2 is advantageous for transport tasks where a deep, stable cargo space is desired (packed luggage, crates, low heavy loads). For frequent loading of very tall or bulky items, an average SUV with a higher trunk opening is better suited.