Trunk comparison: Volvo XC60 vs VW ID.4

Biggest Difference (>10%)

The most noticeable difference is the depth of the trunk (loading edge to trunk floor): the VW ID.4 has a depth that is 3.9 in greater — stated as +900% compared to the Volvo XC60. Practically, this means: the ID.4 features a significantly deeper cargo compartment below the loading edge, allowing taller cargo to be "recessed" within the trunk.

This increases the usable interior volume for tall or stacked loads and provides a secure, less shifting storage for bulky items. At the same time, a very deep interior can make loading heavy items slightly less comfortable because they must be lowered further down or lifted back out.

Other Differences and Effects on Usability

Other deviations are below the 10-percent mark but are practically relevant: the Volvo XC60 offers a 3.5 in longer loading floor with the seats folded down and 0.8 in more length with the first row of seats upright — this helps with transporting long items.

The narrowest trunk width is 3.9 in larger in the Volvo (equivalent to 10%); this is advantageous for wide items, although this difference is formally not >10%. Additionally, the XC60’s trunk opening is 2 in wider, which makes maneuvering wide loads easier.

The VW ID.4 has a trunk opening that is 2.4 in higher and a loading edge that is 0.8 in higher above the road. The higher opening facilitates sliding in tall items, while the slightly higher loading edge can make lifting heavy loads minimally more difficult.

Conclusion: For very tall or stacked cargo, the VW ID.4 is clearly advantageous due to the significantly deeper cargo compartment.

For wide or long cargo (wider passages, somewhat more interior length with folded seats), the Volvo XC60 is better suited. Smaller differences in opening height and loading edge height only moderately affect ease of use.