Trunk comparison: BMW X2 vs Mercedes Benz GLE

Key Differences

The Mercedes‑Benz GLE offers significantly more cargo space: with the seats folded down, the trunk is 11 in (+17%) longer and with the first row upright, 4.7 in (+13%) longer than the BMW X2. The trunk opening of the GLE is also 5.9 in (+23%) higher, making it easier to load tall items.

The width of the trunk opening is 4.3 in (+11%) larger on the GLE, allowing bulky or wide cargo to fit more easily.

In contrast, the BMW X2 has a trunk depth (distance from loading edge to trunk floor) that is 3.5 in (800%) greater, meaning the trunk floor sits significantly lower than the loading edge.

Smaller differences: the loading edge of the BMW X2 is only 1.2 in (4%) higher above the ground and the narrowest trunk width is only 2 in (5%) larger on the GLE — both values are relatively minor.

Impact on Usability

The GLE is clearly advantageous for long, tall, or wide cargo: the greater length with or without folded seats, the higher opening, and the wider opening make loading furniture, long items, or bulky luggage easier.

The higher opening reduces bumping when loading tall items. The BMW X2’s significantly greater trunk depth means cargo sits lower — this can be beneficial in terms of volume but may also mean heavy items must be lifted vertically over the loading edge.

Since the X2’s loading edge is only slightly (1.2 in) higher, lifting remains practically similar; however, the deep cargo floor can make stacking tall items more difficult, as the step-in height to the floor level feels greater.

In summary: for maximum usable, easily accessible, and broadly configurable cargo space, the GLE is better suited; for a deeper, potentially better-protected cargo well, the X2 offers advantages — with only a slight difference in loading edge height.