Trunk comparison: Mercedes Benz GLB vs VW T-Cross

Biggest Differences

The Mercedes-Benz GLB offers significantly more cargo length: with the seats folded down, the trunk is +12.6 in (22%) longer, and with the first row of seats upright, even +11.4 in (44%) longer compared to the VW T-Cross. Additionally, the height of the trunk opening on the GLB is +7.1 in (26%) higher.

In contrast, the depth of the trunk (loading edge to trunk floor) on the VW T-Cross is +1.6 in (33%) greater. Smaller differences — loading edge height +0.4 in (1%), narrowest trunk width +2 in (5%), opening width +3.1 in (8%) — are comparatively insignificant.

Impact on Usability

Due to the significantly greater cargo length, the GLB is better suited for long items, skis/boards, bulky luggage, or furniture transport, especially when seats are folded down. The higher trunk opening makes it easier to load taller or bulkier items and reduces maneuvering when sliding in bulky cargo.

The greater distance from loading edge to ground on the T-Cross (lower loading floor) allows easier stacking of packages and more usable vertical volume directly above the floor; this can be practical for boxes or groceries. Small differences in loading edge height and widths play hardly any role in everyday use.