Trunk comparison: Volvo XC60 vs VW Taigo
Key Differences (highlighted: >10%)
The Volvo XC60 offers a significantly longer cargo space when the seats are folded down: +8.7 in (14%) compared to the VW Taigo. Even with the first row of seats upright, the Volvo is longer: +5.5 in (17%).
In width, the Volvo is also ahead: the narrowest point of the trunk is +4.7 in (12%) larger in the XC60, and the width of the trunk opening is +5.1 in (13%) larger than in the Taigo.
The VW Taigo, on the other hand, scores with a significantly deeper cargo well (distance from loading edge to trunk floor): +7.9 in (1900%) compared to the Volvo.
Implications for Usability
Volvo XC60 – Advantages in length and width: - The greater length with folded seats and upright seating makes the XC60 better suited for long items (e.g., slats, furniture parts, skis) and for transporting multiple elongated pieces of luggage. - The greater width at the narrowest point and the wider opening make it easier to load wide or bulky items (strollers, large boxes, furniture parts) and reduce the risk of having to place or turn parts at an angle. - Overall, the XC60 is more practical when it comes to volume for large-format or bulky cargo.
VW Taigo – Advantages due to deeper cargo well: - The significantly deeper cargo well means more usable volume "down low" in the trunk: items can be recessed deeper, which is advantageous when transporting bulky but not too tall loads (e.g., shopping bags, toolboxes, luggage). - Due to the deeper well, items can lie more stably and below the loading edge, which does not affect headroom in the interior. - Disadvantages include the need to reach deeper into the loading area (increased effort) and potentially less flat, continuous loading floor, which can make loading very long, flat items more difficult.
Practical conclusion: - If you frequently transport long or wide and bulky items, the Volvo XC60 is the more practical choice due to the greater length and width as well as the wider opening. - If you often want to securely stow smaller, bulky cargo and prefer a deeper cargo well (e.g., shopping habits, tools), the VW Taigo offers advantages.
However, note that despite the deep well, the Taigo falls behind the XC60 in length and width.