Trunk comparison: Skoda Octavia Wagon vs VW Touran

Key Differences (>10%)

The Škoda Octavia Wagon offers a significantly longer cargo floor with the rear seat upright: +29.5 in (221%) compared to the Volkswagen Touran. Additionally, the trunk depth (distance from loading edge → trunk floor) is considerably greater in the Octavia: +3.5 in (900%).

Impact on Usability

The much longer cargo floor with seats upright makes the Octavia more practical when transporting longer or bulky items with passengers in the back (e.g., several large suitcases, long packages, or dog crates) without folding down the seats.

In scenarios where the Touran catches up or matches with folded seats, the Octavia's advantage with full seating remains relevant for everyday use and trips with front passenger/rear seat occupancy.

The greater depth in the Octavia means more usable space behind the loading edge: bulkier or more stackable cargo fits more easily in the trunk.

At the same time, a deeper trunk floor behind the loading edge can make lifting heavy items in somewhat more difficult (especially if the loading edge itself is higher), but overall it benefits total volume and secure storage.

Brief Note on Other Differences (under 10%)

The Volkswagen Touran has a slightly higher trunk opening (+3.1 in, 10%) as well as marginally more width at the narrowest point and in opening width; the Octavia's loading edge is minimally higher (+0.8 in).

These smaller differences affect loading very wide or high-set items but are less decisive in everyday use than the larger differences mentioned above.