Trunk comparison: Ford Focus Wagon vs VW Touran

Key Differences

Three differences stand out clearly from the data: the trunk with upright seats is +27.6 in (206%) longer in the Ford Focus Wagon, the trunk opening of the VW Touran is +5.9 in (21%) higher, and the depth of the trunk (loading edge to floor) of the Ford Focus Wagon is +0.4 in (100%) greater.

All other deviations are under 10% and thus less pronounced.

Impact on Usability

The significantly longer loading floor of the Focus with upright seats (>>200%) means it can accommodate much longer items with full seating occupancy.

For transport tasks where the rear seats remain occupied (e.g., trips with passengers plus luggage or long skis/ladders), the Focus offers a more practical loading area.

The greater opening height of the Touran (+21%) has a different effect: it creates more vertical clearance when loading tall items (large boxes, plants, furniture parts) and makes it easier to load bulky cargo vertically.

Those who regularly transport tall but not necessarily very long items benefit more from the Touran.

The greater depth of the Focus behind the loading edge (proportionally significant) increases the usable volume behind the loading edge and reduces the risk of tall items protruding over the loading edge. This also means luggage can be better recessed and less roof height is lost when closing the tailgate.

In summary: For longer, flat, or lengthwise-loaded items, the Focus Wagon is clearly advantageous. For tall, bulky cargo and easier loading and unloading of large boxes, the VW Touran offers practical benefits due to the higher opening.

Smaller differences (width, loading edge height, a few centimeters more length with folded seats) only marginally affect everyday usability.