Trunk comparison: Peugeot 208 vs Toyota Corolla Wagon

Main Differences

The Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers a 21.7 in (42%) longer cargo space with the seats folded down than the Peugeot 208 and a 13.8 in (52%) longer cargo space with the front seats upright. The width of the trunk opening is 6.7 in (20%) larger on the Corolla.

In contrast, the trunk depth (distance from loading edge to trunk floor) is 3.9 in (125%) greater on the Peugeot, and the loading edge of the Peugeot is 2.8 in (11%) higher above the road.

The height of the trunk opening is the same on both models, and the narrowest width inside the trunk differs by only +0.4 in in favor of the Peugeot.

Impact on Usability

Space for long and bulky cargo: The Corolla Touring Sports is clearly more favorable for long or bulky items (e.g., slats, long boxes, folded bicycles) because it offers significantly more length—both with the seats folded down and with the front seats upright.

The larger width of the trunk opening also makes loading wide-format objects easier.

Handling during loading and unloading: Due to the lower loading edge and the shorter distance from loading edge to trunk floor, loading and unloading in the Corolla is more ergonomic: less lifting, easier sliding in, and less physical strain.

The Peugeot’s loading edge, being 2.8 in higher, increases lifting effort when loading, and the greater depth means cargo must be moved further "down"—which complicates handling, especially with heavy items.

Volume distribution and everyday practicality: The longer trunk length of the Corolla makes it more versatile for daily and recreational use with varying cargo.

Although the higher trunk floor of the Peugeot may result in a slightly different interior shape or deeper cargo well, it has practical disadvantages when loading large and heavy items. The minimal difference in narrowest width has little effect.

Conclusion: For regular transport of long or bulky cargo and for more ergonomic loading and unloading, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is the more practical choice.

The Peugeot 208 offers no significant advantages in relevant cargo parameters and is less comfortable to load due to the higher loading edge and greater depth distances.