Trunk comparison: Peugeot 308 SW 3-row vs VW Tiguan

Key Differences (only deviations >10%)

The VW Tiguan offers a longer cargo length by +10.6 in (19%) with all seats folded down compared to the Peugeot 308 SW 3-row. When all seats are upright, the VW Tiguan even has a significantly larger trunk, by +20.9 in (151%).

In contrast, the Peugeot 308 SW 3-row provides a longer cargo length by +7.9 in (23%) in a different seating configuration (first row upright) compared to the Tiguan.

The trunk opening of the Peugeot is +5.9 in (20%) higher, and the depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor is +1.2 in (300%) greater in the Peugeot. The loading edge of the VW Tiguan, however, is +7.1 in (32%) higher above the ground.

Implications for Usability

- Transport with full seating: Because the Tiguan offers significantly more trunk length with all seats upright (+151%), it is much better suited when multiple passengers are on board and considerable luggage needs to be carried simultaneously (e.g., family vacation with third row or full occupancy). - Loading long items: With seats folded down, the Tiguan also gains length (+19%), making it overall more advantageous for long cargo (boards, furniture pieces, bicycles without wheel removal). - Use cases with reversed seating arrangement: In one of the specified configurations (first row upright), the Peugeot has +23% longer cargo length — this can be practical if the 308’s seating arrangement more frequently allows this setup (e.g., flexible folding options for special cargo). - Loading and unloading, volume for tall items: The Peugeot has a significantly higher trunk opening (+5.9 in) and greater "depth" from the loading edge to the floor (+1.2 in), plus its loading edge is lower (VW is +7.1 in higher). Together, this means: The Peugeot is more ergonomic when handling heavy or bulky items (easier lifting due to lower loading edge) and offers more vertical space when loading tall items thanks to the higher opening. - Width as a non-factor: The narrowest point in the cargo area is the same for both, width differences are <10% and thus not a relevant difference.

Practical Recommendation

Choose the VW Tiguan if maximum cargo space with full occupancy and longer loading lengths with folded seats are decisive. Choose the Peugeot 308 SW 3-row if better loading ergonomics (lower loading edge), more opening height, and somewhat different seating configurations with longer cargo length in everyday use are more important.