Trunk comparison: Hyundai Kona vs Mercedes Benz GLC
Key Differences
The most noticeable difference is the depth of the trunk (loading edge to trunk floor): the depth of the Hyundai Kona is 2 in (about 400%) greater than that of the Mercedes‑GLC.
All other measured differences are under 10%: the GLC offers 3.5 in more cargo space with the seats folded down (+5%) and 2.8 in more length with the first row upright (+8%).
The trunk opening of the Kona is 0.8 in higher (+3%) than the GLC, while the loading edge of the GLC is 1.2 in higher above the road (+4%). The width at the narrowest point and the width of the opening are each 2.4 in greater on the GLC (+6%).
Impact on Usability
The significantly greater depth of the Kona means practically a deeper trunk floor relative to the loading edge: lower or flat-lying items sink further into the trunk, creating more "recess" for bulky but not too tall cargo.
This increases the usable volume for low loads but can make loading heavy items more difficult because they must be lifted further down or raised higher when removing.
The GLC, on the other hand, has somewhat more cargo length (with seats folded +3.5 in, with first row upright +2.8 in) and clearly larger widths (at the narrowest point and the opening each +2.4 in).
This makes the GLC better suited for long or wide items, furniture parts, or boxes that tend to press against the sides crosswise. The larger opening width also makes sliding in wide cargo easier.
Practically relevant is also the loading edge height: the GLC's loading edge is 1.2 in higher above the road, making lifting heavy loads somewhat more strenuous; the Kona offers a lower loading edge and a slightly higher opening height (+0.8 in), which tends to make loading bulky but not too tall items more comfortable.
In summary: The Kona scores with a significantly deeper trunk recess and easier access for low cargo; the GLC offers somewhat more length and width for long and wide items but is less comfortable for heavy loads due to the higher loading edge.