Trunk comparison: Opel Astra Wagon vs Toyota Corolla Wagon

Key Differences

The most noticeable differences concern the cargo volume and usable width: The Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers a cargo space that is 7.9 in (≈12%) longer with the seats folded down than the Opel Astra Wagon.

Additionally, the depth of the trunk (loading edge to trunk floor) in the Toyota is 2.4 in (≈300%) greater. Conversely, the Opel is 5.5 in (≈15%) wider at the narrowest point of the trunk than the Toyota.

Impact on Usability

The greater length and especially the significantly larger depth of the Toyota make it more flexible for long or tall cargo with the rear seats folded down: long items (skis, slats, long boxes) can be stored more easily, and the greater floor depth creates more usable space for stacking.

However, this also means the Toyota has a higher loading edge to the road (+2 in), making lifting heavy items somewhat more strenuous.

The Opel, on the other hand, scores with more width at the narrowest point, allowing it to better accommodate wide or bulky items (wide furniture parts, boxes side by side).

For everyday use with the rear seats upright, the Opel also has slightly more length and a somewhat higher opening, which makes loading wide items easier — these differences are less than 10% and therefore less pronounced.

In summary: For long or deep cargo and maximum packing depth, the Toyota is advantageous; for wider, bulky cargo, the Opel is the more practical choice. Which variant fits better depends on the typical cargo (longer vs. wider) and the importance of a low loading edge.