Trunk comparison: Opel Astra Wagon vs VW ID.3

Key Differences (>10%)

The Opel Astra wagon offers a significantly longer usable cargo floor with the front seats upright than the VW ID.3: +11 in (35%).

The VW ID.3, on the other hand, has a considerably greater depth between the loading edge and the trunk floor: +5.5 in (700%). Additionally, the loading edge of the VW ID.3 is noticeably higher above the ground than that of the Astra: +7.1 in (31%).

Impact on Usability

The 35% larger cargo floor of the Astra with the front seats upright makes it more practical for transporting long items without having to fold the seats completely down. Those who regularly load slatted frames, long strips, or longer boxes benefit from the additional length.

The significantly greater depth in the ID.3 means that the trunk floor lies further below the loading edge; items can thus be "recessed" deeper, which increases the available volume for stackable or bulky luggage.

However, the loading edge of the ID.3 is simultaneously 31% higher, which makes lifting heavy loads more difficult and loading less ergonomic.

In practice, this means: The Astra is overall easier and more back-friendly to load (lower loading edge) and better suited for long loads with seat occupancy.

The ID.3 offers more "depth" volume in the trunk if needed but requires more strength when lifting and is less comfortable for very wide/tall items due to the higher loading edge.