Trunk comparison: Skoda Octavia Wagon vs Volvo V90

Main Differences

Three differences stand out clearly in the data: The height of the trunk opening of the Škoda Octavia Wagon is 3.1 in (11%) higher than that of the Volvo V90, the depth of the trunk (loading edge to trunk floor) of the Octavia is 3.9 in (900%) greater, and the width of the trunk opening of the Volvo V90 is 4.3 in (11%) wider than that of the Octavia.

Other deviations (e.g., slightly longer cargo space in the Volvo with the rear seats folded down or a loading edge about 1.2 in higher in the Octavia) are present but significantly smaller than the three mentioned values.

Impact on Usability

The higher trunk opening of the Octavia makes it easier to load tall items (e.g., cabinets, large boxes, or sports equipment) because there is more vertical clearance when inserting them.

The significantly greater depth between the loading edge and trunk floor in the Octavia provides more usable interior height in the cargo area below the loading edge; this offers space for bulky, tall items that can sit deeper inside the vehicle.

At the same time, a slightly higher loading edge in the Octavia (a minor difference) means heavy loads must be lifted a bit higher — but the deeper loading floor can compensate for this since items sit lower.

The Volvo V90 scores with its wider trunk opening: wider items or bulky loads (e.g., wide furniture parts or large crates) can be loaded and unloaded more easily. For particularly wide transports, the Volvo is thus more practical.

Its slightly greater width at the narrowest point and marginally longer cargo areas with the rear seats folded or upright are additional small advantages for longer or wider loads.

Conclusion: For loading tasks where height and deeper cargo space are important (tall, voluminous, or internally standing items), the Škoda Octavia Wagon is more advantageous. For wide or very bulky cross loads that require a large opening width, the Volvo V90 is the better choice.