Trunk comparison: Ford Escape vs Hyundai i10

Key Differences (highlighted: >10%)

The Ford Kuga offers a cargo space that is 21.7 in (≈47%) longer with the seats folded down than the Hyundai i10. Even with the first row of seats upright, the Kuga has a significantly longer cargo area by 20.1 in (≈109%).

The width of the Kuga's trunk opening is 6.3 in (≈18%) larger than that of the i10. In contrast, the Hyundai i10 has a significantly greater trunk depth (loading edge → trunk floor): +6.7 in (≈1700%) compared to the Kuga.

Additional Measured Values

The height of the i10's trunk opening is 2.4 in (≈8%) higher than the Kuga's (small advantage, <10%). The loading edge height is the same for both models. The narrowest trunk width is only 0.4 in (≈1%) larger in the Kuga (negligible).

What Are the Practical Implications?

Larger cargo area and longer depth with folded seats (Kuga): Due to the significantly longer cargo area (both with folded seats and with the first row upright), the Kuga is much better suited for longer items (e.g., slats, long boxes, skis) and for larger amounts of luggage during trips or moves.

The wider trunk opening makes loading wider objects easier.

Deeper trunk floor in the i10: The considerably greater depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor in the i10 means that cargo sits lower in the vehicle.

This can be useful for better hiding or securing small items and thus allows for greater vertical storage volume. However, a deeper trunk floor can make loading and unloading bulky or heavy objects somewhat more cumbersome, as they must be lowered or lifted further.

Practical conclusion: For regular transport of larger or longer loads, vacation luggage for multiple people, or flexible use with a folding rear seat, the Ford Kuga is the better choice.

For city driving with mostly small luggage and when a somewhat deeper trunk floor is desired (e.g., to secure small items), the compact Hyundai i10 may suffice.