Trunk comparison: Peugeot 5008 vs VW Touran

Key Differences

The vehicles differ in several details of the trunk. Notably, the Peugeot 5008 has a 2.8 in (11%) higher loading lip compared to the VW Touran, which is noticeable when loading and unloading.

With the seats folded down, the Peugeot offers a loading length that is 3.5 in (5%) longer; with the first row upright, it is 1.6 in (4%) longer; with all seats upright, both lengths are the same.

The height of the trunk opening is 2.4 in (8%) greater on the Touran. The depth (from loading lip to trunk floor) is identical. The width at the narrowest point is 3.9 in (10%) greater on the Peugeot, and the width of the trunk opening is 3.5 in (9%) larger on the Peugeot.

Implications for Usability

Higher loading lip (Peugeot, +11%): The higher loading lip makes lifting heavy or bulky items into the Peugeot significantly more strenuous and less practical, especially for frequent loading. For light or rollable goods, the difference is less relevant, but for furniture or heavy boxes, the Touran is more ergonomic.

Longer loading length in the Peugeot with folded seats (+3.5 in) and slightly longer length with the first row upright (+1.6 in): This allows the Peugeot to accommodate longer items (such as slats, skis, long boxes) somewhat more comfortably. The advantage is moderate but useful when maximum loading length is needed.

Higher trunk opening on the Touran (+2.4 in): The Touran can take taller or bulky items more easily because more external height is available. Combined with the lower loading lip, this results in a slight advantage when loading bulky, tall objects.

Width at the narrowest point (+3.9 in on the Peugeot) and wider opening (+3.5 in on the Peugeot): The Peugeot offers more lateral space between the wheel arches and a larger opening, which makes storing wider items easier.

While the percentage differences here are just around the 10% mark, the practical advantage when loading wide items is clearly noticeable.

Consistent depth and equal length with seats upright: Both models are comparable in these aspects; differences mainly affect comfort and handling when loading and unloading as well as the shape of the available space.