Trunk comparison: Opel Astra Wagon vs VW Touran
Key Differences
With all seats upright, a clear advantage for the Opel Astra Wagon stands out: The trunk is 28.7 in longer (+215%) than the VW Touran when all seats are upright.
Also noteworthy is the measured interior "depth" (loading edge to trunk floor) of the Astra, which according to data is 0.4 in greater (+100%). These two values are the only differences with more than 10% deviation and thus the most relevant in everyday use.
Other Differences (Smaller Deviations)
When all seats are folded down, the VW Touran offers a cargo area that is 5.1 in longer (+8%). With the first row of seats upright, the Astra leads in front (+2.4 in / +6%).
The trunk opening of the Touran is 3.1 in higher (+10%), while the loading edge of the Touran is 1.2 in higher above the ground (+5%). The narrowest width in the trunk is 1.6 in wider in the Astra (+4%), and the opening width of the Astra is 0.4 in larger (+1%).
Impact on Usability
The significantly longer cargo area of the Astra with seats upright makes it more practical when passengers regularly ride along and long items still need to be transported (e.g., skis, slats, long packages).
In situations where the rear seats cannot or should not be folded down, the Astra thus offers significantly more usable length.
The greater "depth" of the Astra (loading edge to floor) improves the ability to securely accommodate taller or bulkier items, reduces lateral shifting, and can make loading more stable — even though this is only 0.4 in in absolute terms, the relative deviation is large.
The Touran scores when it comes to maximum loading length with fully folded seats (5.1 in more) and through the higher trunk opening (+3.1 in), which facilitates loading very tall or bulky items. However, the slightly higher loading edge of the Touran means a bit more lift when loading heavy loads.
Width differences are minor (a few centimeters) and only minimally affect everyday practicality; the Astra is somewhat more generous at the narrowest point.