Trunk comparison: Mercedes Benz GLC vs Volvo XC40
Key Differences
None of the listed differences exceed 10%, so there are no features with a significant size difference (>10%). The relatively largest deviations still concern the width of the trunk at the narrowest point: the GLC is
wider here than the XC40. Other differences are smaller: with the seats folded down, the GLC is +2.8 in (4%) longer, the trunk opening of the GLC is +1.2 in (4%) higher and its opening width +1.6 in (4%) larger. The loading edge of the XC40 is +1.6 in (6%) higher above the road, the usable depth (loading edge to trunk floor) is the same, and with the first row of seats upright, the GLC is only +0.8 in (2%) longer.
Impact on Usability
The greater narrowest width of the GLC (+3.5 in) makes a difference with bulky or wide items: larger boxes, suitcases, or pieces of furniture fit more easily through the GLC interior without much maneuvering. The slightly larger opening height and width of the GLC additionally make it easier to slide in tall or wide-format parts. The folded seats give the GLC +2.8 in a bit more loading length for long items, but the advantage is moderate. The fact that the loading edge of the XC40 is +1.6 in higher means more effort is required to lift heavy items when loading compared to the lower GLC sill level. For sensitive or bulky loads, the GLC layout is therefore somewhat more practical. The same trunk depth means that floor area and storage profile are similarly usable; differences are mainly found in width and opening. Conclusion: All differences are rather small; those who frequently transport wide or bulky items and want easier loading have a small practical advantage with the GLC. For normal everyday use, however, the differences are mostly unnoticeable.