Trunk comparison: Dacia Jogger vs Ford S-MAX

Key Differences

A clear pattern emerges in cargo volume: The Ford S-Max offers a longer cargo floor with the seats folded down — +7.5 in (11%) — compared to the Dacia Jogger.

The Jogger, on the other hand, scores points for accessibility and storage cross-section: The narrowest width in the trunk is +7.1 in (17%) larger in the Jogger, the loading edge sits +3.5 in (16%) higher above the road, and the vertical depth between the loading edge and trunk floor is +2 in (167%) greater in the Jogger.

Smaller differences (each under 10%) concern the length with the first row of seats upright (+1.6 in in favor of the Jogger), the height of the trunk opening (+0.4 in in favor of the S-Max), and the width of the opening (+1.2 in in favor of the S-Max).

Impact on Usability

The longer maximum cargo floor of the S-Max is practical when very long items need to be transported regularly (slats, ladders, long furniture parts): with folded seats, the S-Max offers noticeably more usable length.

In contrast, the significantly larger narrow width of the Jogger makes it more practical for wide or bulky loads that require space at tight spots.

The higher loading edge of the Jogger makes lifting heavy items during loading more difficult — the higher the edge, the more lifting work when loading.

The greater vertical depth between the loading edge and trunk floor in the Jogger indicates a sculpted loading zone; this can create more volume below the edge or a stronger step, which affects storing stackable items (favorable for deep, voluminous loads, unfavorable for flat sliding through).

In short: For long, flat loads and maximum length with folded seats, the Ford S-Max is the better choice. For wider, bulkier, or more voluminous items as well as more usable width inside the cargo area, the Dacia Jogger is more suitable but has a disadvantage in physical loading due to the higher loading edge.