Trunk comparison: Renault Austral vs Durchschnitt Compact SUV

Key Differences

Compared to the average compact SUV, three dimensions stand out clearly: the loading opening of the Renault Austral is 5.9 in (15%) wider, the usable trunk length with the first row of seats upright is 3.5 in (12%) longer, and the trunk depth (distance from loading edge to trunk floor) is 2.4 in (75%) higher on average than in the Austral.

Smaller deviations (e.g., +4.3 in with folded seats or +1.6 in higher loading edge on the Austral) exist but do not exceed the 10% mark.

Impact on Usability

The 5.9 in wider trunk opening makes loading the Austral significantly easier: wide or bulky items can be loaded and unloaded more easily, and larger boxes or furniture pieces can be inserted flatter or at an angle.

The 3.5 in longer interior length with the first row upright increases usability for long items (e.g., skis, slats, long boxes) without needing to fold down the rear seats.

On the other hand, the significantly lower depth of the Austral (the average is 75% deeper or has 2.4 in more distance) reduces the ability to carry tall or deeply stackable cargo behind the loading edge.

Practically, this means taller items protrude sooner into the passenger area or must be laid flatter or at an angle; the usable volume in depth is limited, so with bulky, tall cargo, the advantages of the wider opening and longer interior length can be partially offset.

In summary: The Austral facilitates handling wider and longer items through a larger opening and more length with the seats upright but has limitations in depth for tall or deeply stackable cargo.

Smaller deviations like the slightly higher loading edge should be considered in everyday assessment but are less significant.