Trunk comparison: Ford S-MAX vs VW T-Roc

Biggest Differences

The Ford S‑Max offers significantly more cargo length: 19.7 in (34%) longer when all seats are folded down, and 13.4 in (44%) longer when the first row of seats remains upright. The VW T‑Roc has a considerably greater interior "depth" from the loading edge to the trunk floor: 7.5 in (633%) larger.

Additionally, the loading edge of the VW T‑Roc sits 7.9 in (35%) higher above the road than that of the S‑Max. Smaller differences (trunk opening height +2.8 in / 8%, narrowest width +0.8 in / 2% in favor of the S‑Max, opening width +2.8 in / 7% in favor of the T‑Roc) are under 10% and thus less significant.

Impact on Usability

The greater cargo length of the Ford S‑Max makes it more practical for long items (e.g., furniture, skis, or bulky long loads) and for variably usable family cargo, because folded seats provide more flat usable length. The lower loading edge of the S‑Max makes lifting heavy or bulky loads easier when loading.

The VW T‑Roc scores with its significantly greater interior depth: it offers more vertical space or "depth" in the trunk, which is advantageous when stacking boxes or carrying bulky but not necessarily long cargo.

However, the higher loading edge increases the effort required to lift heavy items over the threshold. The slightly wider opening of the T‑Roc can make loading wider parts easier but is less decisive compared to the length and depth differences.

Conclusion: For long, flat, or heavy cargo and easy loading, the Ford S‑Max is more advantageous in practice. For stackable, bulky, or deeper trunk cargo, the VW T‑Roc can be useful but pays a price with the higher loading edge and less cargo length.