Trunk comparison: BMW X2 vs Volvo XC40

Main Differences (over 10%)

There are two clearly relevant deviations: The height of the trunk opening of the Volvo XC40 is 2.8 in (11%) higher than that of the BMW X2. Additionally, the depth of the trunk (distance from loading edge to trunk floor) in the BMW X2 is 3.5 in (800%) larger than in the Volvo XC40.

Further Differences

Smaller differences: With the seats folded down, the Volvo XC40 has a 0.8 in (1%) longer cargo space, while with the front seats upright, the BMW X2 is 0.8 in (2%) longer.

The loading edge of the BMW X2 is 2 in (7%) higher above the ground. The narrowest trunk width is 0.4 in (1%) larger in the Volvo, and the width of the trunk opening is 2.8 in (7%) larger in the Volvo.

Impact on Usability

The higher trunk opening of the Volvo (+2.8 in / 11%) makes loading tall or bulky items easier: bulky boxes, furniture pieces, or large plants can be maneuvered more gently and with less effort through the opening. In practice, there is also less risk of hitting the upper edge in tight passages.

The greater depth in the BMW (+3.5 in / 800%) means the cargo floor lies further below the loading edge. This offers more usable interior height and allows for deeper storage of luggage, so cargo can be placed further back and deeper.

Disadvantage: due to the greater height difference between the loading edge and floor, lifting items in and out is more difficult, especially with heavy objects — sliding or briefly lifting over the edge is more often necessary.

Together with the slightly higher loading edge (+2 in / 7%), this increases the physical effort when loading heavy loads.

The remaining differences (±1–7%) are usually unnoticeable in practice: +/-0.8 in in loading length or +/-0.4 in in width hardly affect everyday usability.

Overall: Volvo is better for easy handling of tall/bulky parts, BMW offers deeper, better-protected storage space but with somewhat more difficult physical loading.