Trunk comparison: Kia Stonic vs Skoda Karoq

Key Differences

In a direct comparison, four differences stand out, each exceeding 10% and thus particularly relevant: The Škoda Karoq offers a 7.5 in (14%) longer cargo floor with the seats folded down than the Kia Stonic.

The height of the trunk opening of the Karoq is 5.1 in (16%) larger, while the loading edge of the Stonic is 3.5 in (13%) higher above the ground. Additionally, the depth of the trunk (loading edge to trunk floor) is 1.2 in (20%) greater in the Stonic.

What Are the Practical Implications of These Differences?

The longer cargo floor of the Karoq with folded seats makes it significantly more practical for long items (e.g., furniture parts, long sports equipment, or bulky goods).

Combined with the higher trunk opening, the Karoq also offers more vertical clearance when loading — this facilitates storing tall or bulky cargo and reduces the risk of hitting the opening.

The Kia Stonic scores with greater trunk depth and a higher loading edge. The increased depth can create more usable storage space below the loading edge for flat, voluminous items.

However, the higher loading edge means heavy or bulky loads must be lifted higher, making loading more physically demanding and potentially complicating tilting or rolling items in.

Minor differences in widths (narrowest: Stonic +1.6 in; opening width: Karoq +2 in) exist but play a subordinate role in everyday use compared to the larger deviations mentioned above.

Conclusion: For transporting long and tall items, the Škoda Karoq is overall more practical due to the longer cargo floor with folded seats and the higher opening. The Kia Stonic offers slightly more depth in the trunk but is less comfortable for loading heavy or bulky loads due to the higher loading edge.