Trunk comparison: Mercedes Benz GLE vs Volvo V90

Key Differences

With the seats folded down, the lengths are the same. With the first row of seats upright, the trunk of the Volvo V90 is 3.5 in (≈9%) longer than that of the Mercedes‑GLE — this difference is under 10% and is therefore not particularly emphasized.

The width at the narrowest point and the depth (loading edge → trunk floor) are the same for both models.

The height of the trunk opening of the Mercedes‑GLE is 4.3 in (≈16%) greater than that of the Volvo V90.

The loading edge of the Mercedes‑GLE is 6.3 in (≈26%) higher above the ground than that of the Volvo V90.

The width of the trunk opening of the Volvo V90 is 1.6 in (≈4%) larger than that of the GLE — a small difference.

Impact on Usability

Thanks to the significantly higher trunk opening of the GLE (≈16% more height), taller items can be loaded more easily in an upright position — such as tall boxes or furniture that require more vertical space.

The significantly higher loading edge of the GLE (≈26% higher) makes lifting heavy loads into the trunk more strenuous; loading and unloading bulky or heavy items is easier with the Volvo V90 because its loading edge is closer to the ground.

Practically, this means: For frequent transport of heavy or bulky cargo with frequent lifting, the Volvo V90 is more comfortable due to the low loading edge. For transports where vertical clearance/opening is important (very tall items), the Mercedes‑GLE offers advantages.

Smaller differences (V90’s slightly longer trunk with seats upright, slightly wider opening) overall enhance the everyday usability of the V90 when loading, but are less significant than the clearly higher opening and the higher loading edge of the GLE.