Trunk comparison: Skoda Elroq vs VW Caddy Wagon
Key Differences
When it comes to pure cargo space, the picture is mixed: with all seats folded down, the Škoda Elroq offers a trunk that is 20.1 in (44%) longer than the VW Caddy Wagon. When the first row of seats is upright, the relationship reverses: the VW Caddy Wagon then has a trunk that is 10.6 in (34%) longer.
Other notable differences in favor of the VW Caddy Wagon are the greater vertical and lateral loading clearance: the trunk opening is 15 in (50%) higher on the VW, and the narrowest trunk width is 5.1 in (13%) larger on the VW.
The depth of the trunk (loading edge to trunk floor) is 0.4 in (100%) larger on the VW — an absolute difference that is very small. The loading edge of the Škoda Elroq, on the other hand, is 4.7 in (21%) higher above the road than on the VW.
The width of the trunk opening is 3.9 in (10%) larger on the VW; this value is exactly 10% and is not treated here as a highlighted difference (>10%).
Impact on Usability
Škoda Elroq — Advantage for long, flat cargo: The significantly greater loading length with folded seats makes the Elroq more practical for long items (e.g., panels, tool boards, long furniture parts, skis) when passenger seats are not needed.
However, the lower opening height, narrower narrowest width, and higher loading edge make loading bulky or tall items and frequent lifting of heavy loads more difficult.
VW Caddy Wagon — Advantage for everyday usability and bulky/frequent loading tasks: With a longer loading area when the first row of seats is upright, significantly higher opening, larger narrow width, and lower loading edge, the Caddy is more flexible for combinations of passengers and luggage as well as for bulky or tall items (e.g., cabinets, stacks of boxes, transport containers).
The 0.4 in greater depth is negligible in practice but slightly improves tie-down and positioning space.
Conclusion: Those who regularly transport long, flat loads and frequently fold down seats benefit more from the Elroq. Those who often combine passengers with cargo, frequently load heavy or tall/bulky items, or value easy loading and unloading are better served by the VW Caddy Wagon.