Trunk comparison: Jeep Compass vs Volvo XC40

Key Differences

In a direct comparison, three relevant differences stand out: The Volvo XC40 has a 3.5 in (+11%) longer trunk with the first row of seats upright compared to the Jeep Compass.

The Jeep Compass has a 4.7 in (+16%) higher trunk opening and a significantly larger difference in trunk depth: the depth (loading edge to trunk floor) is 6.3 in (+1500%) greater in the Compass than in the XC40. Smaller deviations (trunk length with seats fully folded down, loading edge height, trunk width, and opening width) are each within the single-digit percentage range and are less significant in everyday use.

Impact on Usability

The longer cargo floor of the XC40 with the first row of seats upright makes it more practical for longer items that need to be transported without folding down seats (e.g., slats, skis, or long furniture parts).

Due to the slightly greater width at narrow points and at the opening, wider boxes or luggage can also be maneuvered more easily — but the differences are minor.

The Jeep Compass scores in vertical volume and accessibility inside the trunk: the higher trunk opening and the significantly greater depth behind the loading edge mean that tall or very bulky items can be accommodated more easily.

However, the loading edge is slightly higher off the ground, which can make lifting very heavy loads in more difficult.

In summary: For long, flat loads with upright seating, the XC40 is better suited; for tall and bulky loading tasks, the Jeep Compass offers the more practical interior geometry.