Trunk comparison: Renault Austral vs VW ID.3

Key Differences

The Renault Austral offers a longer cargo space in depth: with the seats folded down, it is 2.8 in (≈5%) longer, and with the first row of seats upright, it is 2.8 in (≈9%) longer than the VW ID.3. The trunk opening of the VW ID.3 is 0.8 in (≈3%) taller, and the narrowest interior width of the ID.3 is 0.8 in (≈2%) larger.

The loading edge of the Austral is 0.4 in (≈1%) higher above the ground.

Particularly notable is the greater trunk depth (loading edge → trunk floor) in the ID.3: this distance is 3.1 in (+100%) larger than in the Austral. At the same time, the width of the trunk opening in the Renault Austral is 6.3 in (+17%) larger than in the ID.3.

Usability / Practical Impact

The significantly greater depth of the ID.3 means that items sit further below the loading edge in the trunk. Practically, this means: bulky or tall items can be recessed deeper, increasing the usable interior height behind the loading edge and making loose cargo less likely to shift.

The downside is that heavy cargo must be lifted higher or pulled out from a deeper position when loading and unloading — this can make loading and unloading ergonomically more challenging.

The 6.3 in wider opening in the Austral makes loading wide or bulky items significantly easier: furniture parts, suitcases, or strollers can be inserted flatter and with less maneuvering through the opening. For users who frequently transport wide items, this is a clear advantage.

The other differences (each in the range of 1–9%) have less impact on everyday usability: the Austral has slightly more cargo length with seats folded or upright, the ID.3 has a marginally higher opening height and somewhat more interior width at the narrowest point.

Overall, this means: the ID.3 scores with "deeper" stored cargo and secure recessing of luggage, while the Austral is better suited for wide, bulky cargo and easier sliding of large items through the opening.