Trunk comparison: BMW X2 vs Mercedes Benz GLC

Key Differences

With identical seat positions, the trunk lengths are the same; with folded seats, the GLC is only slightly longer (+3.5 in / 5%). However, there are significant differences in opening height, loading height, installation depth, and opening width:

• The height of the trunk opening is 3.9 in (+15%) larger on the GLC than on the X2.
• The depth of the trunk (loading edge to trunk floor) is 3.5 in (+800%) greater on the BMW X2 than on the GLC.
• The loading edge of the BMW X2 is 3.5 in (+13%) higher above the road than on the GLC.
• The width of the trunk opening is 4.3 in (+11%) larger on the GLC than on the X2.
• The narrowest interior width is about 10% larger on the GLC (just under the 10% threshold).

Impact on Usability

The greater opening height and wider loading opening of the GLC (each >10%) make it easier to load tall and wide items: bulky boxes, larger furniture parts, or crates can be placed more easily and with less maneuvering through the opening.

Maneuvering long items through the opening is also more practical due to the higher opening height and width.

The BMW X2, on the other hand, offers a significantly greater trunk depth (loading edge → floor). This suggests more usable interior height or the secure recessing of cargo in a deeper loading well — helpful when items need to be placed lower or stacked.

However, this is offset by the higher loading edge of the X2: the loading height above the road is 3.5 in (+13%) higher, making lifting heavy items into the trunk more strenuous. Combination: the X2 can store cargo deeper and more “space-saving” internally but makes lifting during loading more difficult.

Differences below the 10% mark (e.g., folded trunk length +5% on the GLC or the narrowest width +10%) are noticeable in everyday use but less decisive for fundamental usability.

Summary

For frequent loading of tall or wide items, the GLC is more practical (higher opening, wider opening). For users who benefit from a deeper cargo area structure (more recess/depth inside), the X2 offers advantages but pays the price with a higher loading edge that makes lifting harder.