Trunk comparison: Jeep Renegade vs Renault Austral

Key Differences

When comparing the two models, four measurements stand out clearly: The Renault Austral offers a longer cargo floor with the first row of seats upright than the Jeep Renegade (+3.5 in, about +12%), the trunk opening on the Renegade is significantly higher than on the Austral (+6.3 in, about +22%), the measured depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor on the Renegade is considerably greater (+2.4 in, about +75%), and the width of the trunk opening on the Austral is noticeably larger than on the Renegade (+5.5 in, about +14%).

Smaller deviations (e.g., length difference with folded seats +5%, loading edge height +3%, narrowest width +3%) exist but remain below the 10% mark.

Implications for Usability

The longer cargo floor of the Austral with the rear seat upright makes it more practical for longer items that need to be transported without folding the seats — such as skis, slats, or long furniture parts.

Combined with the larger opening width (Austral: +5.5 in), wide or flat cargo can be loaded more easily, and there is more room to maneuver bulky loads when parking.

The Renegade scores points for height and interior geometry: The significantly higher trunk opening (+6.3 in) makes it easier to load tall items and reduces the risk of hitting the top.

The considerably greater depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor (+2.4 in / +75%) noticeably changes the loading geometry — it creates more usable volume "below" the loading edge and can be useful for storing items with low height.

At the same time, this deeper area means that heavy or bulky items must first be lifted over the loading edge and then lowered deeper into the vehicle when loading and unloading, which can make handling heavy loads more difficult.

In summary: For transporting long and wide goods, the Renault Austral is more practical. For tall or bulky cargo as well as more "recessed" storage space, the Jeep Renegade scores — although with a potentially less favorable lifting situation when loading heavy items.