Trunk comparison: Ford Escape vs Kia Stonic

Key Differences

The Ford Kuga offers significantly more loading length: with the seats folded down, the Kuga is 14.2 in (26%) longer, and with the front row upright, it is 11.4 in (42%) longer than the Kia Stonic.

In contrast, the Kia Stonic has a considerably greater trunk depth dimension (loading edge to trunk floor): it is 6.7 in (1700%) higher here than the Kuga.

What does this mean for usability?

The greater loading length of the Kuga (both with folded seats and with the rear bench upright) makes it more practical for long items like slatted frames, furniture parts, skis, or longer boxes.

The additional length dimension increases the usable cargo space and simplifies transporting bulky, flat, or long loads without folding the seats (or with folded seats, significantly more capacity).

The significantly greater trunk depth of the Stonic means the cargo space extends further "downwards." This can be advantageous when items need to be stored deeper in the vehicle or stacked, and when it comes to sinking the load lower (less visibility, more space below the loading edge).

Combined with the slightly higher loading edge of the Stonic (not highlighted as >10%), this results in a disadvantage when lifting heavy or bulky loads: loading and unloading require more effort because the loading edge is higher above the ground and the floor sits lower.

Other, smaller differences affect everyday usability: The trunk opening of the Kuga is about 2.8 in wider, which makes loading wider items easier.

The Stonic’s opening is slightly higher, and at the narrowest point, the Stonic is minimally wider — however, these points are only minor practical differences compared to the large length and depth differences.