Trunk comparison: Ford Escape vs Volvo V90

Key Differences

The Volvo V90 offers a trunk that is 8.3 in (+12%) longer when the seats are folded down compared to the Ford Kuga. Even with the first row of seats upright, the V90's trunk is 6.3 in (+16%) longer. In contrast, the Ford Kuga's cargo sill is 3.5 in (+15%) higher above the ground than the Volvo V90's.

Smaller differences: the height of the Kuga's trunk opening is 2.4 in (9%) higher, the depth (cargo sill to trunk floor) of the Kuga is 0.4 in (0%) greater, the narrowest width inside the V90's trunk is 0.4 in (1%) wider, and the width of the V90's trunk opening is 3.1 in (8%) larger.

Impact on Usability

The significantly greater usable length of the Volvo V90 (with folded seats +8.3 in, with first row upright +6.3 in) makes it better suited for long items such as ladders, skis, slats, or long boxes and for situations where a flat cargo surface over the entire length is needed.

The longer cargo floor allows bulky, elongated items to be accommodated more easily without folding down the rear seat or loading at an angle.

The Ford Kuga's cargo sill being 3.5 in higher increases the effort required to lift heavy items into the trunk and makes sliding heavy loads in sideways more difficult; conversely, the lower cargo sill height of the V90 is advantageous for easier loading of boxes or furniture.

The slightly higher trunk opening of the Kuga (+2.4 in, 9%) facilitates loading taller items in an upright position but has only a moderate effect. Depth and interior width differ only minimally and hardly affect everyday usability.

In short: For regularly transporting long or long/voluminous cargo, the Volvo V90 is clearly advantageous due to the longer cargo floor; the Ford Kuga offers a slightly higher opening and a higher cargo sill, which is more strenuous when lifting but can help slightly with more vertical loading.