Trunk comparison: Peugeot 308 SW 3-row vs Volvo V90

Key Differences (Summary)

Volvo V90 offers significantly more cargo space with seats folded down: With seats fully folded, the trunk of the Volvo is +19.3 in (34%) longer than that of the Peugeot.

Additionally, the Volvo's trunk is a full +31.1 in (226%) longer than the Peugeot's with seats upright. Peugeot has a higher opening and greater floor depth: The height of the trunk opening is +7.5 in (27%) larger on the Peugeot, and the depth between the loading edge and trunk floor is +1.6 in (300%) greater than that of the Volvo.

What this means for usability

The greater loading length of the Volvo (both with folded and upright seats) makes it clearly more practical for long or bulky items (e.g., furniture parts, skis, long boards) and for transporting many suitcases or large boxes.

Overall, the Volvo is the better choice when volume and length of the cargo space are priorities.

The Peugeot scores in loading practicality: the higher trunk opening (+7.5 in) makes it easier to load tall items and reduces the risk of catching on the roof edge with bulky loads.

The greater depth between the loading edge and trunk floor (+1.6 in) can facilitate sliding in heavy cargo because there is more distance from the loading edge (depending on design, loading and unloading can be more ergonomic).

Smaller differences such as loading height above the road (Volvo +2 in, 9%) as well as width differences at the narrowest point (+1.6 in, 4%) and at the opening (+0.4 in, 1%) are comparatively insignificant for everyday use and hardly affect usability.

Conclusion

For maximum storage space and longer loading areas, the Volvo V90 is clearly advantageous. Those who frequently handle tall or difficult-to-manage individual items and value a higher opening and somewhat more floor depth will find practical benefits in the Peugeot 308 SW 3-row.