Trunk comparison: Opel Grandland vs VW T-Cross
Key Differences
The Opel Grandland offers a 9.4 in (+17%) longer cargo area with the rear seats folded down compared to the VW T-Cross, and with the front seats upright, the Grandland's cargo area is even 9.1 in (+35%) longer. Additionally, the trunk opening of the Grandland is 4.3 in (+16%) higher than that of the T-Cross.
The depth of the trunk (from loading edge to trunk floor) is the same in both models.
The loading edge of the Grandland is 2.8 in (10%) higher above the ground, the width of the trunk opening is 3.9 in (10%) larger, and the narrowest interior width is only 0.4 in (1%) larger — these three values are minor or borderline and were not highlighted here.
How These Differences Affect Usability
The significantly greater length with folded seats makes the Grandland much better suited for long items like slats, furniture parts, or skis: it accommodates such cargo more easily and usually without angles or rearranging.
Even in everyday use with the front seats upright, the Grandland offers more usable trunk space with its 9.1 in longer cargo area — practical for luggage, strollers, or shopping when passengers are still on board.
The higher trunk opening makes it easier to store very tall or bulky items because more vertical space is available and items don’t need to be tilted.
On the other hand, the 2.8 in higher loading edge increases the lifting height for heavy loads somewhat, which can make loading less comfortable for some users — such as older people.
Width measurements show only minor advantages: the slightly larger opening width (3.9 in) and the minimally larger narrow interior width (0.4 in) rarely provide a fundamental advantage over the T-Cross in practice; very wide items might pass through the opening more easily, but overall width is not a decisive factor compared to the significantly greater loading length and opening height of the Grandland.
Conclusion
Those who regularly transport long or tall loads or need more usable trunk length with the front row occupied will find the Opel Grandland the more practical choice. The VW T-Cross remains competitive for more compact transport tasks and easier loading (due to the lower loading edge).