Trunk comparison: Dacia Duster vs VW Tiguan
Key Differences (Summary)
The comparison mainly shows: the Dacia Duster has a significantly greater trunk depth (loading edge to trunk floor) — +2.8 in or +700% — and the VW Tiguan a significantly wider trunk opening — +4.3 in or +11%.
Other differences without emphasis: the Tiguan is 3.1 in (5%) longer with the seats folded down, the Duster has 3.5 in (10%) more length with the first row of seats upright, the Duster's trunk opening is 2.8 in (9%) higher, the Duster's loading edge is 0.8 in (3%) higher above the road, and the narrowest width in the trunk is only 0.4 in (1%) larger in the Tiguan.
What impact do these differences have on usability?
The greater depth in the Duster practically means more usable volume below the loading edge: low or bulky items can be recessed deeper, remain more securely below the opening, and take up less space in the height of the interior.
This increases practicality for transporting bulky or stacked luggage. Conversely, the slightly higher loading edge in the Duster (0.8 in) requires a bit more effort when lifting heavy items over the threshold.
The wider trunk opening in the Tiguan makes loading and unloading wide items significantly easier — furniture, wide boxes, or washing machines can be maneuvered through the opening more easily without tilting or repositioning.
Combined with the slightly longer loading length with folded seats (3.1 in/5%), the Tiguan offers advantages when transporting long and wide pieces.
Other practical effects: The slightly greater loading length in the Duster (with the first row upright) (+3.5 in/10%) provides more depth for luggage behind the first row during normal seat use.
The minor differences in trunk height (+9% in opening height comparison) and narrowest width (+0.4 in) have hardly noticeable effects in everyday use.
Conclusion: If you often load wide items, the Tiguan is more advantageous due to the larger opening and slightly more length with folded seats.
If, however, you benefit from a deeper loading floor — for example, to store bulky or stacked items deeper — the Duster offers clearer advantages due to the significantly greater depth, despite the slightly higher loading edge.