Trunk comparison: Peugeot 5008 vs Tesla Model 3

Key Differences (Highlight >10%)

When comparing the cargo areas, several significant differences stand out: The Tesla Model 3 offers considerably more capacity with all seats upright — +28.7 in (215%) longer trunk compared to the Peugeot 5008. The trunk opening of the Peugeot 5008 is significantly higher, namely +11 in (54%), making it easier to fit taller items.

The depth of the trunk (distance from loading edge → trunk floor) is +3.9 in (1000%) greater in the Tesla, indicating a much deeper cargo space. Additionally, the interior of the Peugeot is +7.9 in (21%) wider at the narrowest point, and the width of the opening is +5.1 in (13%) larger than in the Tesla.

Smaller differences under 10% include: Peugeot has only slightly more length with folded seats (+0.4 in, 1%), Tesla is minimally longer with the first row upright (+0.8 in, 2%), and the loading edge of the Peugeot sits slightly higher above the road (+0.8 in, 3%). These values are less relevant in practice.

Impact on Usability

The significantly longer loading area of the Tesla with upright seating (+215%) means: with all seats in use, the Model 3 can transport considerably more luggage or longer items without folding seats — an advantage for users who often travel fully occupied with a lot of cargo.

The greater depth in the Tesla (+3.9 in) increases usable volume and allows stacking taller items in the cargo space; at the same time, a deeper floor can make lifting heavier loads in and out somewhat more difficult if the loading edge is low.

The Peugeot scores points when loading wider or bulkier items: the greater interior width at the narrowest point (+21%) and the wider opening (+13%) make it easier to load bulky suitcases, strollers, or furniture parts.

Additionally, the significantly higher trunk opening (+54%) ensures that tall items can be loaded more easily without strong tilting — practical for crates, plants, or tall boxes.

Smaller differences such as the slightly higher loading edge of the Peugeot (+3%) or minimal length differences in certain seat configurations are hardly noticeable for most users. Overall, the Tesla Model 3 offers clear advantages with full occupancy and for deep stackable cargo; the Peugeot 5008 is more practical for loading wide and tall single items as well as for easy, generous access through the larger opening.