Trunk comparison: Peugeot 208 vs Tesla Model 3

Key Differences

The Tesla Model 3 offers significantly more cargo length: with the seats folded down, the trunk is 22 in (43%) longer, and with the front seats upright, 15.7 in (60%) longer than the Peugeot 208. The opening height is greater in the Peugeot 208: the trunk opening is 9.1 in (44%) higher than the Tesla’s, and the depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor is also 2.8 in (64%) greater in the Peugeot.

Additionally, the Tesla has a wider trunk opening: the opening width is 5.5 in (16%) larger than the Peugeot’s. Smaller differences (loading edge height +1.6 in / 6% and narrowest width +0.4 in / 1%) are minor and not highlighted here.

Implications for Usability

Due to the significantly greater cargo length, the Tesla Model 3 clearly has the advantage when transporting long items (e.g., slats, skis, long packages)—this applies both with folded seats and with seats upright, so also when carrying passengers.

The Tesla’s wider opening also makes it easier to maneuver wide cargo through the rear opening.

The Peugeot 208 scores where vertical space and loading height matter: the higher opening and greater depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor allow better storage of tall or bulky items (e.g., large boxes, suitcases, bulky household appliances) because more height and depth space are available.

This can simplify stacking and standing items upright.

The slightly higher loading edge of the Peugeot (+1.6 in) makes lifting heavy loads minimally more strenuous; however, the difference is small. The narrowest interior width differs practically not at all, so narrow items fit similarly in both.

In short: for frequent transport of long or wide items, the Tesla is the better choice; for frequent transport of tall or bulky, upright cargo, the Peugeot is more practical.