Trunk comparison: Jeep Renegade vs Mercedes Benz GLE

Key Differences

The Mercedes‑Benz GLE offers significantly more length in cargo volume: with all seats folded down, the GLE's trunk is +16.1 in (27%) longer and with the first row upright, +11 in (36%) longer than the Jeep Renegade.

Furthermore, the width of the trunk opening on the GLE is +4.7 in (12%) larger, and the narrowest trunk width of the GLE is +3.5 in (9%) larger than that of the Renegade.

The Renegade has a higher trunk opening (+3.1 in / 10%) and a significantly greater depth measured from the loading edge to the trunk floor: the depth is +5.5 in (1300%) greater on the Renegade. The loading edge of the GLE is only slightly higher (+0.4 in / 1%) above the road.

Impact on Usability

For long and wide loads (e.g., furniture parts, long luggage, skis), the GLE is clearly advantageous: the significantly greater loading length with both folded and upright seats, as well as the wider opening, make it easier to load and position long and wide items.

The higher interior width at the narrowest point also increases the likelihood of sliding bulky items in or out without detours.

The Renegade scores points for vertical space and maneuvering heavy items: the 3.1 in higher opening allows for greater pass-through volume in height, and the significantly greater depth (loading edge → trunk floor) creates a deeper cargo floor where items can "sink" further.

Combined with the slightly lower loading edge height of the Renegade, this can make loading heavy objects easier (less lifting over the edge).

In short: Those who often transport long or wide goods benefit more from the GLE. Those who more frequently load tall or heavy individual items and value a deep cargo well and a somewhat higher opening are better served by the Renegade.

Smaller differences (e.g., +3.5 in narrowest width, +3.1 in opening height) may be relevant depending on personal needs but do not change the fundamental classification.