Trunk comparison: Kia Stonic vs Durchschnitt Compact SUV

Key Differences

The Kia Stonic offers a trunk that is 3.1 in (+12%) longer with the front seats upright compared to the average compact SUV.

Additionally, the trunk depth (distance from loading edge to trunk floor) is 1.6 in (+29%) greater in the Kia. The height of the trunk opening is the same, with minor variations in width and loading edge height.

Impact on Usability

The 12% longer usable loading length with seats upright makes the Kia more practical for everyday use: with all seats occupied, longer items (e.g., skis, long boxes, multiple suitcases in a row) fit more easily without folding the seats down.

This is a clear advantage for families, commuters, or shopping when the rear seats are needed.

The significantly greater trunk depth (+29%) increases usable volume and allows for deeper or stacked storage of bulky or tall items.

Combined with the 4% higher loading edge above the road, this means items must be lifted slightly lower and then placed slightly higher — lifting is minimally more strenuous, but the interior volume and stacking capability gain a clear advantage.

The identical opening heights of both models mean very tall items fit equally well. Minor differences in width (+2.8 in at the narrowest point in the Stonic) and opening width (+0.8 in) exist but have only a slight effect on loading wider items in everyday use.