Trunk comparison: Peugeot 308 SW 3-row vs Tesla Model 3

Key Differences

Clear focuses emerge in trunk volume and dimensions: The Tesla Model 3 offers significantly more usable depth and length when space is needed — about +16.5 in (29%) longer trunk with seats folded down and even +28.3 in (206%) more length with seats upright.

Additionally, the trunk depth (loading edge to trunk floor) of the Tesla is 2.8 in (175%) greater, providing more space between the loading edge and floor. The Tesla’s loading edge sits 4.3 in (20%) higher above the road, which makes lifting heavy items more difficult.

The Peugeot 308 SW scores points with access for bulky or tall items: The trunk opening of the Peugeot is 14.6 in (71%) higher than that of the Tesla, and the opening width is 5.1 in (13%) wider. These features significantly ease loading tall and wide cargo.

Implications for Usability

For users who want to transport long items or lots of luggage (e.g., furniture parts, long skis, bulky boxes), the Tesla Model 3 is more practical: the greater loading length with seats folded and upright as well as the greater depth substantially increase usable volume.

However, the higher loading edge requires more effort when loading — especially with heavy loads.

The Peugeot 308 SW is better suited when frequently loading tall or wide items (e.g., boxes, plants, tall equipment): the significantly higher opening and wider entry make maneuvering and standing bulky parts upright easier. The lower loading edge makes lifting overall more comfortable.

In short: Tesla = more cargo space and length → better for volume and long items; Peugeot = better accessibility and loading height/width → better for tall or wide cargo and comfortable loading and unloading.