Trunk comparison: Renault Austral vs VW Touran

Key Differences (highlighted: >10%)

When comparing trunk dimensions, several significant differences stand out: The VW Touran offers a 7.5 in (12%) longer cargo space with the seats folded down, making it better suited for longer loads with folded seats.

When the first row of seats is upright, the Touran is 5.9 in (17%) longer. Conversely, the Renault Austral has a significantly larger cargo area with full seating: 20.5 in (153%) longer trunk than the Touran, providing much more space with all seats occupied.

The Touran's trunk opening is 5.1 in (18%) higher, which facilitates loading tall items. The depth of the Renault Austral's trunk (loading edge to trunk floor) is 2.8 in (700%) greater, and the Austral's loading edge is 6.3 in (26%) higher above the ground than the Touran's.

Smaller differences (≤10%) concern the maximum trunk width favoring the Touran (+6%) and the trunk opening width favoring the Austral (+8%).

Impact on Usability

These differences lead to clear practical consequences:

• Transporting long items: With the seats folded down, the Touran has the advantage (7.5 in / 12%). It is better suited for long items like slats, skis, or long furniture parts with the rear seats folded.
• Transport with full occupancy: With all seats upright, the Austral offers significantly more cargo space (153%). For families needing to transport luggage or groceries with full seating, the Austral is clearly more practical.
• Height of large/tall items: The higher trunk opening of the Touran (+5.1 in / 18%) makes loading and unloading tall items and bulky boxes easier; less awkward maneuvering when sliding items in.
• Loading and unloading heavy loads: Due to the significantly lower loading edge of the Touran (Austral +6.3 in), lifting heavy boxes into the Touran is easier. With the Austral, more lifting is required, which strains the back and makes frequent loading and unloading more tiring.
• Utilizing loading floor depth: The greater depth of the Austral means the cargo space extends further down below the loading edge (greater storage volume beneath the edge). This offers advantages for bulky, lower loads but can be inconvenient for quick access to items below the loading edge and increases handling effort.
• Width limitations: Regarding passage and interior width, there are only minor differences (≤10%). The Touran is minimally wider at the narrowest point (+6%), while the Austral opens the tailgate slightly wider (+8%). These differences have little noticeable effect in everyday use but can be relevant for very wide items in tight spaces.

Conclusion: For long loads with folded seats and easier lifting of heavy loads, the VW Touran is the more practical choice. For maximum usability with full seating and higher storage volume in the deep loading floor, the Renault Austral is better suited.

The choice therefore depends decisively on whether one frequently travels with full occupancy or primarily with folded seats or heavy, tall loads.