Trunk comparison: Peugeot 308 SW 3-row vs Volvo XC60
Key Differences (highlighted: >10%)
In terms of maximum cargo volume with seats folded down, the Volvo XC60 has significantly more length (+13 in / 23%) than the Peugeot 308 SW 3-row.
However, when measured in the "front row upright" configuration (other seats folded), the Peugeot offers more cargo length (+4.7 in / 13%). With all seats upright, the difference is especially large: the Volvo XC60 is significantly longer (+24 in / 174%) than the Peugeot.
Other relevant differences: The trunk opening of the Peugeot is higher (+5.9 in / 20%) and the trunk depth (loading edge → floor) is significantly greater in the Peugeot (+1.6 in / 300%), while the loading edge of the Volvo is considerably higher above the road (+6.3 in / 29%).
The narrowest trunk width is 3.9 in larger in the Volvo (not >10% deviation per guidelines), the opening width of the Peugeot is only 0.4 in larger (negligible).
Implications for Usability
- Volvo XC60 (advantages): Due to the longer lengths in important seat configurations, especially with folded seats and with all seats upright, the Volvo is better suited for transporting long or bulky items, regular transport with all passengers, and more flexible use without modifications.
The slightly larger narrowest width makes loading wider items easier.
- Peugeot 308 SW 3-row (advantages): The higher trunk opening and significantly greater depth from loading edge to trunk floor make loading and unloading bulky or tall items easier. The lower loading edge reduces the effort needed to lift items in.
In the special "front row upright" configuration, the Peugeot offers more usable cargo length, which can be helpful when flexible cargo space is needed without fully folding the front seats.
Practical Summary
If you often transport long or many items and frequently travel with all seats occupied, the Volvo XC60 clearly has the advantage in volume handling. If you place more value on easy loading of bulky or tall items and a lower loading edge, the Peugeot 308 SW 3-row offers practical benefits.
The choice depends on your typical usage profile: long/voluminous + passengers → Volvo; frequent lifting of tall/bulky loads and easier loading/unloading → Peugeot.