Trunk comparison: Peugeot 5008 vs VW Passat Wagon

Key Differences

The biggest difference concerns the cargo volume with seats upright: the VW Passat Wagon offers 31.1 in (232%) more trunk space when all seats are upright. Also significantly larger is the installation depth of the Passat: the depth of the trunk (loading edge to trunk floor) is 3.1 in (800%) higher in the VW.

In the other direction, the Peugeot stands out: at the narrowest point, the trunk of the Peugeot 5008 is 5.5 in (14%) wider, which is important for wide loads.

Other, Smaller Differences (under 10%)

The Passat has a 5.1 in (7%) longer cargo space with folded seats and an 3.1 in (8%) longer trunk with the first row upright.

The trunk opening of the Peugeot is 0.4 in (1%) higher, and the width of the opening on the Peugeot is 3.1 in (8%) larger. The loading edge of the Peugeot is 2 in (8%) higher above the road than that of the Passat.

Impact on Usability

For users who often need to transport with full seating (family, passengers), the Passat offers a clear advantage: the significantly larger volume with seats upright and the greater trunk depth allow for longer or bulkier loads, more vertical space, and easier stacking.

The lower loading floor of the Passat can also ensure that luggage sits deeper and more securely but requires a bit more bending when loading and unloading.

The Peugeot 5008 scores with wide items: the greater width at the narrowest point and the wider opening make it easier to load bulky or wide goods (strollers, furniture parts, wide suitcases). However, the loading edge on the Peugeot is higher, which can make lifting heavy items more difficult.

Conclusion

In short: If you frequently travel with multiple passengers or transport long/deep loads without folding the seats, the VW Passat Wagon is practically more advantageous in everyday use.

If, on the other hand, you often need to load wide, bulky items, the Peugeot 5008 offers better handling due to its greater lateral extension. Smaller differences in opening height and loading edge affect handling but are secondary to the points mentioned above.