Trunk comparison: Renault Clio vs VW ID.3

Significant Differences (>10%)

The VW ID.3 offers a 8.3 in (16%) longer cargo space with the seats folded down than the Renault Clio. With the front seats upright, the ID.3's cargo space is 3.1 in (11%) longer.

The trunk depth (loading edge → trunk floor) is 24 in (381%) greater in the Renault Clio than in the ID.3. At the same time, the loading edge of the VW ID.3 is 20.9 in (221%) higher above the road than that of the Clio.

Impact on Usability

The greater interior length of the ID.3 (both with folded seats and with the seat row upright) makes it more practical for long items such as slatted frames, long boxes, or bicycles (with corresponding space requirements in length). Those who regularly transport longer loads have more leeway with the ID.3.

The Renault Clio, on the other hand, scores with a significantly deeper loading well: the greater distance from the loading edge to the trunk floor means more usable volume in depth and the possibility to sink bulky or tall items deeper.

Additionally, the loading edge on the Clio is significantly lower; this reduces the lifting effort when loading heavy items and is ergonomically advantageous for frequent or heavy loading and unloading.

For everyday use, this means: the ID.3 is the better choice when the length of the load is decisive. The Clio is more advantageous when ergonomic loading and deeper, well-usable storage space (e.g., for suitcases or tall items below the opening) are more important.

Differences in opening height (+0.4 in) and opening width (+1.6 in in favor of the Clio) are minor and hardly affect practical use; the narrowest width is the same in both models.