Trunk comparison: Ford S-MAX vs VW Tiguan Allspace

Key Differences

In terms of trunk volume, clear advantages are seen for the Ford S‑Max when all seats are upright: the S‑Max offers a +25.6 in (138%) longer trunk than the VW Tiguan Allspace.

Additionally, the trunk opening of the S‑Max is 8.3 in (29%) higher, and the distance from the loading edge to the trunk floor is 1.2 in (200%) greater in the S‑Max.

The loading edge itself is 7.9 in (35%) higher above the ground in the VW Tiguan Allspace compared to the S‑Max.

Smaller differences: with seats folded down, the S‑Max is only 3.1 in (4%) longer, the narrowest trunk width is +1.2 in (3%) in the S‑Max, and the opening width is +3.1 in (8%) in the Tiguan — these values are under 10% and less decisive.

Impact on Usability

For trips with full seating rows (family use, up to all seats used), the Ford S‑Max is significantly more practical: the considerably longer cargo area with seats upright and the higher trunk opening allow for larger or taller luggage (strollers, crates, boxes) without folding the seats.

The greater depth between the loading edge and floor means items can lie somewhat deeper and thus more stably.

The lower loading edge height of the S‑Max makes lifting heavy loads into the trunk easier and reduces physical strain; the Tiguan Allspace requires more effort when loading due to the higher loading edge.

Conversely, the Tiguan has a slightly wider trunk opening (+3.1 in), which marginally facilitates loading wider, flatter items — however, the difference is moderate.

With seats fully folded down, both models are nearly equally usable (only +3.1 in in favor of the S‑Max), and the length is the same when only the first row of seats is upright.

In summary: those who want more usable trunk space and easier loading with full occupancy benefit more from the Ford S‑Max; the Tiguan Allspace offers only minor advantages in opening width.