Trunk comparison: Mercedes Benz CLA Shooting Brake vs VW Caddy Wagon
Key Differences (Highlighting relevant dimensions >10%)
With the rear seats fully folded down, the Mercedes‑Benz CLA Shooting Brake offers a cargo floor that is 24.4 in (53%) longer than the VW Caddy Wagon. The height of the trunk opening in the VW Caddy is 16.9 in (61%) greater.
The measured depth between the loading edge and trunk floor is 7.9 in (1000%) greater in the Mercedes‑Benz CLA Shooting Brake. The loading edge of the CLA is 7.1 in (32%) higher above the ground. The width of the trunk opening in the Caddy is 10.2 in (30%) larger.
Other, Less Relevant Differences
With the first row of seats upright, the VW Caddy has only 0.4 in (1%) more trunk length — negligible in everyday use. The narrowest width inside the trunk is only 3.1 in (8%) larger in the Caddy — also minor.
Impact on Usability
Mercedes‑Benz CLA Shooting Brake: - The significantly greater loading length with folded seats makes the CLA better suited for long, flat items (e.g., furniture panels, long pipes). - The greater depth from the loading edge to the floor level creates more vertical space in the floor area but can also mean items sink deeper. - The loading edge that is 7.1 in higher makes lifting heavy loads into the vehicle more difficult; loading and unloading require more effort or aids.
VW Caddy Wagon: - The substantially higher trunk opening and the 10.2 in wider opening facilitate loading bulky or tall items (e.g., boxes, cabinets, equipment), especially when they need to be loaded upright. - The lower loading edge makes handling heavy loads easier and better for the back. - Since the loading length with the first row upright is practically the same, the Caddy has no disadvantage compared to the CLA in the standard configuration; its advantage lies in volume, height, and accessibility.
Conclusion
For long, flat loads, the CLA Shooting Brake is the better choice. For frequent loading of tall, wide, or bulky items and for easier handling of heavy loads, the VW Caddy Wagon is more practical. Minor differences such as 0.4 in loading length or 8% narrower interior width are hardly noticeable in everyday use.