Trunk comparison: Ford Focus Wagon vs Hyundai IONIQ
Highlighted Differences (>10%)
The Ford Focus Wagon offers overall more cargo length and width: with the folded seat system it is 8.3 in (13%) longer and with the front seats upright 5.1 in (14%) longer than the Hyundai IONIQ.
At the narrowest point, the Focus is 5.1 in (13%) wider, and the trunk opening width is 5.5 in (15%) larger than the IONIQ.
The Hyundai has a significantly higher loading edge: the loading edge is 4.3 in (17%) higher above the road, and the vertical depth between the loading edge and trunk floor is 3.9 in (500%) greater in the IONIQ than in the Focus.
What impact do these differences have on usability?
Due to the greater length and width of the Focus Wagon, longer and wider cargo can be accommodated more easily — even with the front seats upright, there is significantly more usable length in the Ford.
The larger opening width and the greater minimum available width in the trunk make loading bulky items (e.g., furniture parts, large boxes, or bulky sports equipment) easier.
The Hyundai IONIQ, on the other hand, offers a significantly larger difference between the loading edge and trunk floor as well as a higher loading edge above the road. Practically, this means: light items slide more securely in a deeper cargo area, creating a "recess" effect that reduces shifting.
However, for frequent loading and unloading of heavy items, this is disadvantageous because the loading point is higher and items must additionally be lifted "downwards" into the trunk — increasing the effort required.
The combination of a higher loading edge and greater depth can also make loading bulky, flat cargo (e.g., long boards) more difficult because the insertion height above the opening is greater and the usable length/width is smaller.
The slightly higher opening height of the Focus (+2 in / 8%) is below the 10% threshold and has only minor practical effects: it slightly facilitates inserting very tall items but hardly changes everyday usability.
Conclusion: Those who frequently transport long or wide cargo or place great value on uncomplicated loading and unloading benefit more from the Ford Focus Wagon.
Those who value a deeper, better secured cargo floor for smaller, light items and can live with a somewhat higher loading edge will find advantages in the Hyundai IONIQ.