Trunk comparison: Jeep Compass vs Mercedes Benz GLC

Key Differences

The biggest differences concern the cargo space geometry: The Mercedes-Benz GLC has a 4.3 in (+13%) longer cargo floor with the first row of seats upright than the Jeep Compass. In terms of trunk cross-section, the GLC is 5.1 in (+13%) wider at its narrowest point.

The Jeep Compass, on the other hand, has advantages in the vertical dimension: the trunk opening is 3.5 in (+12%) higher, and the depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor is 6.3 in (+1500%) greater in the Compass.

Implications for Usability

GLC — longer and narrower cargo floor: The 4.3 in longer cargo floor with the rear seats upright makes the GLC better suited for longer items (e.g., skis, long boxes, or moldings) that need to be transported without folding the seats down.

The 5.1 in greater narrowest width means that wide or flat items can be more easily placed crosswise or flat; bulky, wide cargo fits more easily overall in the GLC.

Compass — higher opening and significantly greater floor depth: The 3.5 in higher trunk opening of the Compass makes it easier to load tall items and provides more headroom when loading and unloading large boxes or suitcases.

The significantly greater depth from the loading edge to the floor creates additional usable interior space below the loading edge (more volume in the cargo well), which is advantageous for stackable or bulky cargo.

Combined with the slightly higher loading edge (not highlighted), handling very heavy loads can be somewhat more strenuous.

Practical conclusion: Those who frequently transport long, flat, or wide items without folding the seats will benefit more from the GLC. Those who often load tall or bulky items and benefit from the additional interior volume of a deeper cargo space are better served by the Compass.