Trunk comparison: Dacia Duster vs VW T-Roc

Key Differences (highlighted)

The Dacia Duster offers a longer cargo area: with all seats folded down, the trunk of the Duster is 6.3 in (≈11%) longer, and with the first row of seats upright, it is even 7.5 in (≈24%) longer than the VW T‑Roc.

In contrast, the VW T‑Roc scores higher in depth and opening: the depth of the trunk (loading edge to trunk floor) is 5.5 in (≈175%) greater in the T‑Roc, and the width of the trunk opening is 5.9 in (≈15%) wider.

Impact on Usability

The longer cargo area of the Duster makes it more practical for transporting long items (e.g., slats, skis, long furniture parts) and for larger cargo volumes with seats folded down.

The significantly greater space length behind the first row of seats (≈24%) means that even without folding the rear bench, more bulky or longer cargo fits – an advantage for families or tradespeople who regularly carry long items.

The T‑Roc, on the other hand, is better suited for storing bulky, taller, or wider items: the considerably greater depth (the larger distance from loading edge to floor) creates more storage space in the trunk well and allows luggage to be recessed below the loading edge.

The wider trunk opening makes loading and unloading wider items (e.g., strollers, wide boxes) much easier.

Smaller differences such as a 2 in higher trunk opening, a 0.4 in higher loading edge, or a 0.4 in greater narrowest width in the T‑Roc are usually negligible for practical use: they only slightly affect handling when lifting and the minimal clearance width.

Conclusion: Those who need longer cargo or more usable length without folding seats benefit from the Duster. Those who more often load bulky or wide items and benefit from a deeper trunk well and wider opening are better served by the T‑Roc.