Trunk comparison: Opel Astra Wagon vs Skoda Elroq

Quick overview of the biggest differences (>10%)

The Opel Astra Sports Tourer offers a significantly larger usable trunk space with the first row of seats upright than the Skoda Elroq: +8.7 in (28%) cargo length in favor of the Astra. The height of the trunk opening is +3.5 in (12%) greater on the Astra, making it easier to load taller items.

The depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor is significantly larger on the Astra at +5.1 in (1300%). Conversely, the loading edge of the Elroq sits +3.1 in (13%) higher above the road than the Astra.

Practical implications for use

Greater loading length with rear seats upright (+28%): In everyday use, this means clearly more usable storage space in the Astra without folding down the seats — better for suitcases, shopping loads, strollers, or longer items that are regularly transported.

With seats fully folded down, the difference is only about 7% in favor of the Astra and thus less relevant.

Higher trunk opening (+12% on the Astra): The larger opening height makes it easier to load bulky or tall items (boxes, cartons, sports equipment) and reduces the risk of parts hitting the edge. Those who frequently load large or tall loads noticeably benefit from the Astra.

Significantly greater depth from loading edge to floor (+1300% on the Astra): Practically, this means the Astra has a much deeper cargo area below the loading edge — more volume in the lower section and better ability to recess items deeper.

However, reaching very low-lying cargo may require a bit more bending. Overall, the usable interior capacity increases.

Higher loading edge on the Elroq (+13%): Because the Elroq’s loading edge is significantly higher, lifting heavy items into the trunk is more strenuous. For older people or when regularly transporting heavy loads, the lower entry of the Astra is more ergonomic.

Small width differences: Width at the narrowest point (+2% Astra) and opening width (+4% Astra) are minor and hardly affect everyday usability.

Conclusion

The Opel Astra Sports Tourer offers noticeable advantages in daily utility: more usable loading length with the rear seat upright, larger opening height, significantly deeper loading area, and a lower loading edge.

This makes it more practical for transporting large, tall, or heavy items. The Skoda Elroq is only worse in the loading edge height; otherwise, the width and fold-down differences are minor.