Trunk comparison: Peugeot 308 SW 3-row vs Volvo XC40
Key Differences and Impact on Usability
The Volvo XC40 offers a longer cargo space with the seats fully folded down:
– practical for long items when you fold down the rear seats completely. However, when all seats are upright, the Volvo has a significantly larger trunk:
, which clearly gives it the advantage if you need to carry a lot of luggage with full seating occupancy. In the Peugeot 308 SW 3-row, the trunk length in the "front row upright" configuration is greater than in the Volvo:
. This means: if only the front seats are used and the rear rows (or parts of them) are freed up for cargo, the Peugeot offers more usable loading space for longer items with partial seat use. Other relevant differences: - The trunk opening of the Peugeot is
higher than the Volvo’s, which makes loading tall items easier. - The depth of the cargo space (from loading edge to trunk floor) is
greater in the Peugeot; this means more vertical space inside the trunk and often better securing options for standing or tall cargo. - The loading edge of the Volvo sits
higher above the road, making lifting heavy items into the trunk more strenuous; loading is more ergonomic in the Peugeot. - The narrowest trunk width is the same in both models. The opening width of the Peugeot is 2.8 in (7%) wider than the Volvo’s; this difference is under 10% and therefore less relevant. Practical conclusion: - For transport tasks with full seating occupancy (front passenger + rear bench) or if you often need a lot of luggage without folding down the rear seats: Volvo XC40, due to the significantly larger volume with seats upright. - For frequent loading of heavy or tall items, easier lifting (lower loading edge), and more opening height/depth in the cargo space: Peugeot 308 SW 3-row. - For long items you want to transport with folded seats, the advantage varies: Volvo is longer with all seats folded down, Peugeot offers better usable length in certain partially folded seat positions (front row upright). Choose according to your frequent seating/loading needs.