Trunk comparison: Peugeot 308 SW 3-row vs Renault Clio
Summary of Notable Differences
Key dimensions affecting usability: The Peugeot offers significantly more loading length with the front seats upright than the Clio (+14.6 in / +52%), while the Clio has considerably more usable trunk space with all seats upright (+14.2 in / +103%).
The trunk opening of the Peugeot is higher and larger: the opening height is +5.9 in / +20% and the opening width +5.1 in / +13% greater than the Clio.
The loading edge of the Peugeot sits significantly higher above the road (+12.6 in / +133%), whereas the Clio has a much deeper space between the loading edge and the trunk floor (+28.7 in / +1825%). The narrowest width in the trunk is the same for both models.
What Are the Practical Implications of These Differences?
Space with seat configurations: When all passengers are seated upright, the Clio is noticeably more practical for luggage or boxes because it offers more loading length.
However, if the front row is used or moved forward (more cargo space with folded rear seats), the Peugeot gains significantly in loading length and can accommodate longer items better.
Loading opening and bulky items: The larger opening height (+5.9 in) and width (+5.1 in) of the Peugeot make it easier to load tall or wide items. Despite the same narrow point in the trunk, the Peugeot is overall better suited for bulky cargo that must fit through the opening.
Loading height and handling heavy loads: The loading edge of the Peugeot is considerably higher above the road. This means more effort is required to lift heavy items into the trunk.
The Clio sits lower and is therefore more ergonomic when handling heavy or bulky loads — however, its trunk floor is significantly lower below the loading edge, so very flat or long items may slide further down after passing the loading edge, making loading less convenient for some shapes.
Everyday usability: For families or users who often transport with seats upright (i.e., many passengers plus luggage), the Clio is advantageous.
For users who frequently load longer or taller items (e.g., furniture or sports equipment) and need a larger opening, the Peugeot is better suited — provided the higher loading edge is not a disadvantage when lifting heavy loads.
Note: The difference in trunk length with seats fully folded down is only 5.1 in (10%) in favor of the Peugeot and is therefore less dominant than the differences highlighted above.