Trunk comparison: Hyundai IONIQ vs Seat Ibiza

Key Differences

The Hyundai IONIQ offers a 8.7 in (16%) longer cargo length with the seats folded down compared to the SEAT Ibiza; with the front seats upright, the IONIQ's cargo depth is even 9.1 in (34%) greater.

The SEAT Ibiza, on the other hand, scores with a 6.3 in (24%) higher trunk opening and a 2.8 in (58%) greater depth between the loading edge and trunk floor.

Smaller differences: the IONIQ's loading edge is 2 in (7%) higher above the ground, the narrowest width of the IONIQ is only 0.4 in (1%) larger, and the IONIQ's opening width is 2.4 in (7%) larger — these values are under 10% and thus less decisive in practical use.

Impact on Usability

Due to the significantly greater loading length (especially with the front seats upright), the IONIQ is better suited for long or flat items such as slats, skis, furniture parts, or paving stones on pallets; it offers more usable depth without needing to fold down seats.

This makes it more practical for transports where length is crucial.

The Ibiza, however, is advantageous when loading and unloading tall or bulky items: the significantly higher trunk opening facilitates inserting tall boxes or equipment, and the greater depth between the loading edge and trunk floor creates more space behind the loading edge for stackable or bulky cargo.

Additionally, the lower loading edge on the Ibiza makes lifting heavy items in easier (compared to the IONIQ's loading edge, which is 2 in higher).

Conclusion: Choose the IONIQ if cargo length and flat, long items are the priority. Prefer the Ibiza if easy access, higher opening, and more space for bulky/tall cargo are more important.