Trunk comparison: Renault Clio vs VW Touran

Key Differences (highlighted: >10%)

The VW Touran offers significantly more cargo length with the seats folded down: +18.5 in (36%) compared to the Renault Clio. Even with the first row of seats upright, the Touran is longer: +11.8 in (42%). Conversely, the Renault Clio has a longer trunk with all seats upright: +14.6 in (109%) compared to the Touran.

The trunk opening of the Touran is +4.7 in (16%) higher than the Clio. The loading edge of the Touran sits +15 in (158%) higher above the road than the Clio.

Also notable is the reported depth of the Clio (loading edge → trunk floor): +29.9 in (7600%) compared to the Touran — this value appears extreme and suggests a possible data type or measurement definition issue.

What practical differences arise?

Transporting long items: Due to the significantly greater cargo length with folded seats, the VW Touran is clearly advantageous when regularly transporting long or bulky loads (e.g., furniture, pipes, large boxes). Even when using the first row of seats upright, the Touran offers more usable length.

Everyday luggage with all seats occupied: With all seats upright, the Clio reportedly offers more trunk length, which can be advantageous in daily use (shopping, suitcases, stroller), provided the depth and shape of the space are practical.

Loading ergonomics: The Touran has a higher trunk opening and a significantly higher loading edge above the road. This means that with the Touran, goods must be lifted higher, making it harder to lift heavy loads. The Clio’s loading edge is lower, making loading generally easier.

The much greater reported depth in the Clio suggests that the cargo floor is significantly below the loading edge — this can make loading bulky or heavy items less practical (requiring more lifting or lowering), but at the same time better secures or hides items.

Width and opening: The width differences are small (+1.6 in for the Touran) and practically irrelevant for most loading cases.

Conclusion — which body style for which use?

For transport tasks involving long or variable cargo (foldable seats, furniture, construction and sports equipment), the VW Touran is the better choice due to its greater cargo length.

For daily use with full occupancy, the Renault Clio scores with usable trunk length; additionally, the lower loading edge facilitates quick loading and unloading of light loads.

Note: The extreme depth and percentage figures should be verified, as they may indicate different measurement methods or errors and affect the practical assessment of loading height/depth.