Trunk comparison: BMW X5 vs Dacia Duster

Key Differences

Three significant advantages emerge from the values, each clearly over 10%: The BMW X5 offers a +8.7 in (13%) longer cargo space with the seats folded down compared to the Dacia Duster, the width of the BMW's trunk opening is +4.3 in (11%) larger, and the Dacia Duster has a +2.8 in (700%) deeper trunk floor (distance from loading edge to trunk floor).

Other differences: the X5 has a +2.8 in longer trunk with the first row of seats upright and +3.9 in more width at the narrowest point (each just under or around 10%), the X5's loading edge is +1.2 in higher, and the Duster's opening height is +0.4 in larger.

Impact on Usability

The longer loading area of the BMW X5 with folded seats makes it better suited for long items like skis, furniture parts, or pipes — those who frequently transport long cargo have a clear advantage here. The larger width of the X5's opening makes loading wide or bulky items easier because less maneuvering is required.

The Dacia Duster scores with its significantly deeper trunk floor: the loading surface sits lower below the loading edge, creating more usable volume under the loading edge and allowing luggage to be better "recessed." Combined with the Duster's slightly lower loading edge, this often means less effort is needed to slide heavy items in, despite the narrower trunk opening.

Practically speaking: For long and wide cargo, the BMW X5 is more advantageous; for occasional storage of large volume below the loading edge and easier sliding in of heavy loads, the Dacia Duster is ergonomically preferable.

Smaller differences (e.g., +2.8 in length with upright seats or +3.9 in narrowest width) may influence the decision depending on the individual case but do not change the fundamental usage behavior.