Trunk comparison: Ford Escape vs Tesla Model 3

Biggest Differences (Highlighted)

Two differences stand out clearly from the measurements: The height of the Ford Kuga's trunk opening is 9.4 in (46%) higher than that of the Tesla Model 3, and the depth of the trunk (distance from loading edge to trunk floor) of the Tesla Model 3 is 3.9 in (1000%) larger than that of the Ford Kuga.

Smaller deviations include: the Model 3 is slightly longer in usable cargo space lengthwise (+5.5 in / 8% with seats folded down, +3.5 in / 9% with the first row upright), the Kuga has about +6–9% more space at the narrowest point and in the opening width, and the Kuga's loading edge is only about +1.2 in (4%) higher above the road.

What Are the Practical Effects of These Differences?

High trunk opening on the Kuga (Ford): - Thanks to the significantly higher opening, tall and bulky items can be loaded vertically more easily; this is a clear advantage for furniture parts, boxes, or large plants. - The higher opening reduces bumping when loading large items and makes placing bulky goods easier.

Trunk depth on the Model 3 (Tesla): - The significantly deeper cargo floor increases usable volume below the loading edge and is well suited for longer or flat-lying items; things can be stored further back or deeper. - Because of the deeper recess, items lie more securely and are less visible, which can be advantageous when transporting luggage or groceries. - A disadvantage is that heavy parts must be lifted over the loading edge and then lowered into the recess — this can make handling during loading and unloading more difficult.

Other practical consequences (smaller differences): - Tesla: slightly longer cargo space (about ~8–9%) — useful for long items with seats folded down. - Kuga: slightly greater widths at the narrowest point and at the opening — better for wide boxes or bulky items. - Kuga has the loading edge marginally higher (+1.2 in) — the lift when loading is minimally increased, hardly noticeable for most users.

Conclusion: For vertically loaded, tall, or very bulky items, the Ford Kuga is more practical due to the significantly higher opening.

For more usable volume in a deeper cargo floor, secure storage, and longer, flat-lying loads, the Tesla Model 3 is better suited. Which option is more advantageous depends on your typical cargo: tall/bulky → Kuga; deep/long/hidden storage → Model 3.