Trunk comparison: Renault Austral vs Volvo XC60

Key Differences (more than 10%)

Four differences stand out from the data: The Volvo XC60 offers a longer cargo floor with the seats folded down by +7.1 in (≈11%) and a longer cargo floor with the first row of seats upright by +3.9 in (≈12%) compared to the Renault Austral.

The narrowest width in the trunk is +4.7 in (≈12%) larger in the Volvo. The vertical depth between the loading edge and the trunk floor is significantly greater in the Renault Austral: +3.1 in (≈700%) compared to the Volvo.

Impact on Usability

1) Longer cargo floor in the Volvo (folded / upright seats): Due to the approximately 11–12% greater length, the XC60 is better suited for long items (e.g., slats, skis, long boxes) and offers more usable cargo space with the rear seats upright.

For users who frequently transport longer loads, the Volvo therefore offers a clear advantage.

2) Greater narrowest width in the Volvo: The 12% larger bottleneck in the XC60 makes it easier to accommodate wider items without complicated angling. This means fewer restrictions when transporting boxes, tool cases, or wider sports equipment.

3) Significantly greater vertical depth in the Renault: The +3.1 in (≈700%) larger distance from the loading edge to the trunk floor in the Austral creates a deeper cargo floor/more "trunk bulge." Practically, this means volume can be used more efficiently as a deeper storage compartment (concealed, lower-lying luggage), and larger or bulky items can be better recessed.

However, the loading edge of the Austral is overall somewhat higher from the road (≈+2.4 in), which makes loading and unloading heavy loads less comfortable — here a compromise arises between a deeper interior and a higher lift height.

4) Other: The height of the trunk opening in the Volvo is only about 1% higher; differences in the loading edge (≈8%) and opening width are minor or nonexistent and have little practical impact.

Conclusion: For longer and wider loads, the Volvo XC60 is clearly more practical. The Renault Austral offers a deeper storage compartment due to its significantly greater vertical depth, which can be advantageous for concealed or bulky luggage, but this comes with a higher loading edge that complicates handling.