Trunk comparison: Opel Astra Wagon vs Peugeot 5008

Key Differences (>10%)

In cargo volume with all seats upright, the Opel Astra Sports Tourer has a significantly larger trunk space: +26.8 in (200%) compared to the Peugeot 5008. Also notable is the trunk depth (loading edge to trunk floor) in the Astra: +5.1 in (1300%) compared to the 5008. On the Peugeot side, two features are over 10% larger: the loading edge is +3.1 in (13%) higher above the ground, and the width at the narrowest point of the trunk is +5.1 in (13%) wider than in the Astra.

Impact on Usability

The significantly larger trunk space of the Astra with upright seats makes it more practical for everyday use when passengers often remain in the back seat but a lot of luggage or larger suitcases need to be transported – such as groceries, suitcases, or bulky items that cannot be accommodated by folding down the seats.

The greater trunk depth in the Astra also means that items can be placed deeper in the cargo area; this increases usable volume and allows better stacking of longer or taller parts.

In the Peugeot, the higher loading edge means heavy items must be lifted a bit higher; this increases the effort when loading but has little effect on flat luggage. The greater narrow width in the 5008 makes it easier to load wide items (strollers, wide boxes) that might not fit crosswise in the Astra.

Other, Smaller Differences

Smaller deviations under 10%: The Peugeot has slightly longer storage space with folded seats and with the first row upright (+6% and +3%), the trunk opening of the Opel is slightly higher (+6%), and the opening width of the Peugeot is minimally larger (+6%).

These differences are noticeable but less decisive in everyday use than the points mentioned above.