Trunk comparison: Hyundai IONIQ vs Jeep Renegade

Core Differences and Impact on Usability

When loading, three clear differences stand out: The Hyundai IONIQ offers 5.5 in (18%) more loading length with the front seats upright than the Jeep Renegade, meaning longer items (e.g., skis, slats, long boxes) fit better even with the rear seats occupied, without needing to fold them down.

The Jeep Renegade, on the other hand, has a trunk opening that is 9.1 in (35%) higher, which makes loading tall or bulky items easier and maneuvering large objects through the opening simpler.

Additionally, the trunk depth in the Renegade (distance from loading edge to trunk floor) is 0.8 in (17%) greater, providing a bit more space behind the loading edge and improving loading of lower or stackable items.

Smaller deviations have little practical effect: With seats fully folded down, the IONIQ is 3.9 in (7%) longer — an advantage but below the 10% threshold.

The narrowest width of the cargo area is 1.6 in (4%) wider in the IONIQ, while the width of the opening is 1.6 in (4%) wider in the Renegade — both marginal differences that only matter for very wide loads.

The loading edge of the Renegade is only 0.8 in (3%) higher above the road, which slightly complicates handling heavy items but is hardly noticeable in practice.

Practical Recommendation

Those who frequently transport long items, even with the rear seats occupied, benefit more from the Hyundai IONIQ.

Those who often move tall or bulky cargo through the rear opening are better served by the Jeep Renegade. For normal, rather bulky shopping or moderate luggage, the differences are hardly noticeable in everyday use.