Trunk comparison: Peugeot 5008 vs VW Golf Wagon (Mk5)

Key Differences and Their Impact on Usability

With the front row seats upright, the trunk lengths of both models are the same.

However, when the seats are folded down, significant differences emerge: the Peugeot 5008 has a trunk that is 7.1 in (11%) longer with folded seats, giving it an advantage over the Golf when transporting very long items (e.g., slats, longer furniture parts, bicycles with the front wheel removed).

In everyday use with all seats upright, the advantage clearly goes to the Golf: the VW Golf 5 offers 28 in (209%) more trunk length, which greatly affects everyday practicality — more space for suitcases, shopping crates, or a dog crate without folding the seats.

In terms of width, the Peugeot leads: the narrowest point in the trunk is 5.9 in (15%) wider, and the width of the trunk opening is 4.7 in (12%) larger.

This practically means easier and less fiddly loading of wider items (e.g., furniture boards, boxes, strollers) and less maneuvering effort when fitting bulky cargo.

Another significant difference is the depth (loading edge to trunk floor): the VW Golf 5 is 1.6 in (400%) "deeper" here.

Practically, this means a greater distance between the loading edge and the floor of the cargo area — more storage box height, but at the same time a small step when loading. Heavy or large items must be lifted or pulled over this edge, which can make loading more difficult.

Other, smaller effects: the trunk opening of the Peugeot is 2.4 in (8%) higher, and the loading edge of the Peugeot is 2 in (8%) higher above the road.

These values are under 10% and are therefore weighted less heavily, but they result in the Peugeot offering easier loading of tall items (more opening height), while the higher loading edge overall requires a bit more strength when lifting.

Conclusion: For regularly transporting long items with folded seats and for wider cargo, the Peugeot 5008 is more practical.

For everyday usability without folding seats — lots of luggage, shopping, or bulky cargo with the rear bench occupied — the VW Golf 5 has the advantage due to its significantly greater usable length.

Depth and loading edge height additionally influence handling when loading: Golf offers more deep storage height, Peugeot larger opening and width dimensions.