Trunk comparison: Hyundai Kona vs Jeep Compass
Biggest Differences (highlighted)
Trunk Depth: The Jeep Compass has a significantly deeper cargo area (depth from loading edge to trunk floor) — +4.3 in (≈220%) compared to the Hyundai Kona.
This means that in the Compass, the usable height or interior volume behind the loading edge is noticeably larger, especially for taller or irregularly shaped items.
Loading Edge Height Above the Road: The loading edge of the Jeep Compass is +3.5 in (≈13%) higher than that of the Hyundai Kona. This increases the effort required when lifting heavy items during loading.
What are the practical implications?
Because the Compass has a significantly deeper cargo space, it is better suited for transporting bulky or taller items that cannot be accommodated as well or only with limitations in the Kona due to its shallower depth. Examples: large boxes, bigger tools, or bulky sports equipment.
The higher loading edge of the Compass makes loading and unloading especially heavy loads less comfortable — more lifting and lever movement, possibly less suitable for frequent loading without aids.
The Kona, with its lower loading edge, is ergonomically better for everyday use when regularly loading heavy grocery bags, child seats, or suitcases.
Other, smaller differences
The differences in trunk length with folded seats (+0.4 in, 1%) and with the first row upright (+1.6 in, 5%) are marginal.
The width at the narrowest point is +2.8 in (7%) larger in the Kona; the width of the trunk opening is only +0.4 in (1%) in favor of the Kona. The height of the trunk opening is +2.8 in (≈9%) larger in the Compass — just below the 10% mark.
Conclusion
For regularly transporting bulky or tall loads, the Jeep Compass has the advantage due to its significantly greater depth but pays for it with a higher loading edge.
For comfortable, frequent loading of heavy items and overall more practical everyday handling, the Hyundai Kona is often the better choice due to its lower loading edge and slightly wider narrow point.