Trunk comparison: BMW X5 vs VW Tiguan Allspace

Key Differences (highlighted: >10%)

The BMW X5 offers a trunk that is 22.4 in (121%) longer with seats upright than the VW Tiguan Allspace. This means significantly more usable cargo length for luggage or bulky items in practice, without having to fold down seats – advantageous for family or everyday use with full occupancy.

Additionally, the trunk opening of the BMW X5 is 3.1 in (11%) higher than that of the Tiguan Allspace.

This provides more vertical space when loading tall items (crates, strollers, boxes) and makes placing tall cargo easier. Note: the loading edge of the X5 is slightly (0.8 in / 3%) higher above the ground, which can minimally affect lifting.

Other, smaller differences and usability

When all seats are folded down, the Tiguan Allspace is 1.6 in (2%) longer — a small advantage at maximum cargo area. With the first row of seats upright, the Tiguan has +3.1 in (8%) cargo length compared to the X5, also a moderate difference.

The narrowest width in the trunk is 3.9 in (10%) greater in the BMW X5; this facilitates loading wider items inside.

The width of the trunk opening is 2 in (5%) larger in the Tiguan Allspace, which somewhat simplifies sliding in wider, flatter loads (e.g., furniture panels). The depth of the trunk (loading edge to floor) is only 0.4 in greater in the X5 and thus negligible.

Conclusion on usability: For users who frequently transport with full occupancy (5 people) and need a lot of cargo length/vertical space, the BMW X5 is clearly superior.

The Tiguan Allspace scores with maximum folded cargo area and a slightly larger opening width – useful when transporting long, flat items. Smaller differences (loading edge, depth) have only minor practical impact.