Trunk comparison: Skoda Elroq vs VW Tiguan

Key Differences and Implications for Usability

The most notable difference concerns the usable loading length with the first row of seats upright: The VW Tiguan offers a significantly longer cargo area than the Škoda Elroq by +3.1 in or +10%.

This allows longer items to be transported in the Tiguan without folding down the seats — practical for roof or garden work, long slats, or skis inside the cabin.

With the rear seats fully folded down, the Tiguan remains slightly longer (+2 in / 3%), providing marginally more volume for large luggage or flat loads. The trunk depth (loading edge to floor) is the same in both models, so vertical usability does not change.

The Škoda Elroq has a trunk opening that is 0.8 in higher (+3%), which makes loading tall or bulky items easier due to the increased clearance height.

Additionally, the loading edge in the Elroq is lower: The Tiguan has a loading edge that is 2 in higher (+7%), making lifting heavy luggage into the Tiguan somewhat more strenuous and loading rolling suitcases or bulky loads less comfortable.

Width differences are minor: At the narrowest point, the Tiguan is only +0.4 in (1%) wider, and the overall trunk opening is +2.4 in (6%) wider in the Tiguan. These differences are usually negligible in practice but can offer a slight advantage for loading wide items or bulky boxes in the Tiguan.

In summary: For longer cargo items without folding the seats, the Tiguan has the biggest advantage (10%).

For easier, more ergonomic loading and unloading of heavy or tall loads, the Elroq scores with its lower loading edge and higher opening. The remaining differences are small and only marginally affect everyday usability.