Trunk comparison: Volvo XC60 vs Durchschnitt Compact SUV

Key Differences

The Volvo XC60 offers significantly more cargo space in length: with the seats folded down, the trunk is +11.4 in (19%) longer, and with the front seat row upright, +7.5 in (25%) longer compared to the average compact SUV.

In width, the Volvo is also advantageous: the narrowest point is +5.1 in (13%) wider and the width of the opening is even +5.9 in (15%) wider.

In contrast, the average compact SUV has a significantly greater depth between the loading edge and the trunk floor: this is +5.5 in (1300%) larger than in the Volvo XC60.

Impact on Usability

The greater length and wider opening of the Volvo XC60 make it better suited for long, flat, or wide cargo: such as long furniture pieces, skis, building materials, strollers, or bulky boxes that need to be loaded crosswise or diagonally. Loading bulky, wide items is also easier because the opening offers more room.

The significantly greater depth in the average SUV means more vertical space between the loading edge and the trunk floor. This facilitates stacking taller items, storing deep containers, or accommodating luggage with greater height.

For users who frequently transport tall packages, stacks of boxes, or bulky cargo that cannot be laid flat, this is advantageous.

Small differences like a slightly higher trunk opening or a 0.8 in higher loading edge in the average SUV are practically unnoticeable. Overall: those who often transport long or wide loads benefit from the Volvo XC60; those who mainly need tall or stackable loads are better off with the average compact SUV.