Trunk comparison: Jeep Renegade vs VW ID.3

Key Differences

With the seats folded down, the loading lengths of both models are the same.

The truly significant differences lie in the vertical and depth dimensions of the trunk: The Jeep Renegade offers a significantly higher trunk opening — +5.5 in (≈19%) — while the VW ID.3 has a noticeably greater depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor — +0.8 in (≈14%).

All other deviations (length with front seats upright +3%, loading edge height +1%, narrowest width +5%, opening width +2%) are much smaller and remain unmarked.

Impact on Usability

The higher trunk opening of the Renegade makes it easier to load tall or bulky items: standing height and clearance above the cargo floor are greater, allowing boxes, plants, or bulky crates to be loaded more easily at an angle or upright.

For people who frequently transport tall items or irregularly shaped cargo, this is a clear practical advantage.

The greater depth of the ID.3 from loading edge to floor means more usable interior length behind the loading edge, so items can be pushed further back and stacked better. This is beneficial for flatter, elongated loads or stacked luggage and increases the actual usability of the trunk for everyday and vacation cargo.

In combination, this means: The Renegade is better suited for loading tall or bulky single items; the ID.3 scores with flat, low-lying cargo and efficient use of the loading length behind the edge.

Smaller differences like the slightly higher loading edge or marginally larger widths only slightly affect usability and are usually secondary in everyday use.