Trunk comparison: Hyundai Elantra GT Wagon vs Peugeot 208

Key Differences (highlighted >10%)

The Hyundai i30 Wagon offers a cargo space that is 18.5 in (36%) longer with the seats folded down and a cargo space that is 15 in (57%) longer with the first row upright than the Peugeot 208. This makes the Hyundai significantly better for long items (skis, furniture parts, slats, lumber) and generally for larger cargo volume in length.

The Peugeot 208, on the other hand, has a trunk opening that is 3.1 in (12%) higher and a depth between loading edge and trunk floor that is 7.1 in (1700%) greater than the Hyundai. Additionally, the loading edge of the Peugeot is 3.5 in (15%) higher above the road.

The higher opening allows for larger or taller items to pass through; the greater floor depth indicates a significantly deeper cargo well, which can create stacking/vertical space, but together with the higher loading edge makes lifting heavy loads more difficult.

The Hyundai also has a trunk opening that is 4.7 in (14%) wider than the Peugeot, making it easier to slide in wide objects.

Implications for Usability

Hyundai i30 Wagon — Strengths: due to the significantly longer cargo space (36% and 57%) and the wider opening (+14%), the wagon is clearly better suited for long and wide loads, transporting furniture or sports equipment, as well as for users who frequently load bulky items.

The lower loading edge makes lifting heavy loads easier.

Peugeot 208 — Strengths and Weaknesses: the higher trunk opening and greater depth provide more usable vertical space and allow for accommodating taller or irregularly shaped items.

However, due to the significantly higher loading edge (+15%), loading and unloading heavy items is more strenuous. Overall, the 208 is more practical for vertical, stackable cargo but less suitable for long or very wide goods.

Other

The width of the trunk at its narrowest point is only 6% larger in the Hyundai — this difference is minor and hardly noticeable for most uses.