Trunk comparison: Ford S-MAX vs Skoda Elroq

Key Differences

The Ford S‑Max offers significantly more usable cargo space and a more practical opening than the Skoda Elroq. Specifically, the S‑Max has a 12.2 in (19%) longer trunk with the seats folded down and even a 12.6 in (40%) longer trunk with the first row of seats upright.

The trunk opening of the S‑Max is 6.7 in (22%) higher, and the depth of the trunk (loading edge to trunk floor) is 0.8 in (200%) higher than that of the Elroq.

Additionally, the loading edge of the Elroq sits 4.7 in (21%) higher above the ground than the S‑Max. Smaller differences in width (each +1.2 in or 3%) are below the 10% threshold and thus practically negligible.

Implications for Usability

The larger dimensions of the S‑Max translate into more practical benefits: the 31–12.6 in longer loading length makes transporting long items (e.g., furniture parts, skis, bicycles with the front wheel removed) easier without detours or complicated rearranging.

The 6.7 in higher opening allows for more convenient loading of bulky/deeper items and reduces the risk of hitting the tailgate.

The 0.8 in greater depth of the load floor (although small in absolute terms, relatively significant) enables slightly more usable height directly behind the loading edge, which helps when storing flatter items.

An important ergonomic advantage of the S‑Max is the lower loading edge: since the Elroq’s loading edge is 4.7 in higher, loading and unloading heavy luggage there is noticeably more strenuous.

Overall, the S‑Max is more practical for families, tradespeople, or users who regularly transport bulky or heavy cargo. The Elroq remains competitive for everyday shopping and standard luggage tasks but shows clear disadvantages with longer, taller, or heavier loads.