Trunk comparison: Tesla Model Y vs VW Touran

Key Differences

The most noticeable difference is that the Tesla Model Y offers significantly more cargo space with the seats upright: the trunk is 30.3 in (226%) longer when all seats are upright.

This makes the Model Y much better suited for luggage and longer items without folding down seats. In contrast, the VW Touran has a significantly higher trunk opening: it is 6.7 in (25%) taller than the Model Y, which makes loading tall or bulky items easier.

Additionally, the loading edge of the Model Y is 3.1 in (13%) higher above the ground, making handling and lifting heavy loads more physically demanding in the Model Y. The narrowest point of the cargo area is 3.9 in (11%) wider in the Touran, which is advantageous for wide loads.

Impact on Usability

Practically, this means: For daily transport of suitcases, shopping bags, or longer items with full seating, the Model Y clearly has the advantage because it offers significantly more usable length.

For bulky, very tall, or wide items (e.g., furniture pieces, large boxes), the Touran is often better suited due to the higher opening and greater width at the narrow point — loading is easier and fits more often without special arrangements.

The higher loading edge of the Model Y makes lifting heavy items more difficult and can make loading less comfortable, while the lower loading edge of the Touran facilitates handling.

In short: Model Y = significantly more cargo space with seats upright (more practical for luggage/longer items).

Touran = better accessibility and width for tall/bulky or wide loads, easier handling thanks to lower loading edge and higher opening. Smaller length differences with folded seats (+8% and +10%) are hardly decisive in practice.