
Which SUVs, Minivans and Sedans Have the Most Cargo Space? editors have made passing references in car reviews and in other places where we have begun our own efforts to measure vehicle cargo space. Now we’ve systematically recorded enough of them to start sharing the results en masse. We’re far from filling in every vehicle class, but we have enough to highlight the few we’d call the best until something else bothers them.
Which SUVs, Minivans and Sedans Have the Most Cargo Space?
We give more details at but we will confirm that we implemented this program because we found the specifications of normal goods . To be clear, these numbers, even when they appear on third-party resources such as Cars.com, are almost without exception provided by the manufacturer. The auto industry relies heavily on self-reporting and self-certification, on everything from safety and efficiency guarantees to specifications like this – based on guidelines from the federal government and normative bodies like SAE International. The divergent interpretations alone are enough to introduce error into the results, even if you trust that individuals who work for one automaker can be tirelessly objective.
By all means, use the specifications found elsewhere on our site, or on the manufacturer’s or distributor’s websites. But you might also want to check out independent results from the editors of Cars.com, who ensure consistency not just from brand to brand, but between closed trunks and open cabins in hatchbacks and SUVs—a perplexing error in the SAE standard that uses different methodologies for trunks and slots, resulting in results that cannot be reliably compared.
Quick tips for using the specifications below
Don’t compare Cars.com and manufacturer specifications. We think Cars.com’s size measurements are constantly compared across sedans, coupes, SUVs, and just about anything else with a tailgate, and we think they represent how ordinary people use their cars. But comparing it to the specifications provided by the manufacturer does not make sense.
Trunks running high, hatches low. The manufacturer’s standard significantly reduces the volume of the luggage compartment, so the numbers for Cars.com are constantly higher. Conversely, our numbers for anything with a tailgate will look low compared to what automakers post because we measure the top of the back seat back (this preserves rear visibility and helps prevent cargo from becoming projectiles in the event of an accident). Any large item that extends over this plane is sure to take up more space. Many chests achieve similar goals with a foldable back seat.
There is no “maximum” shipping size. We do not provide a “maximum” load size, often cited as the space behind the first row which includes the size when the second row or back seat of any hatchback, SUV or truck is folded flat. This is simply because we haven’t developed a method that we think is reliable and consistent enough to account for the complex shapes involved (but we haven’t given up). In the meantime, if you are relying on the maximum numbers given by the manufacturer, remember that they can only be compared to other manufacturer’s specifications, not the numbers below.
Size may vary depending on trim level. We list the model year and trim level tested below. We believe all 2020 results presented here are accurate for 2021. Different trim levels can result in size differences due to equipment such as spare tires, audio equipment and adjustable floors.
Other areas were divided. A few models have major additional storage areas. For example, vehicles without motors under the hood provide a front trunk (or “trunk”) in that area. And some models, such as the Chrysler minivan, offer underfloor compartments in the passenger area. We measure these areas as well, but instead of merging them into any volumes from said traditional cargo area, we appended the results with separate size specifications and a footnote.
Which SUVs, Minivans and Sedans Have the Most Cargo Space?
Small SUVs
make a model | Model year, trim level tested * | Rear seat distance (cubic feet) | Distance behind the third row (cubic feet) |
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Hyundai Tucson Hybrid | 2022 Limited | 21.7 | |
Hyundai Tucson | 2022 Limited | 21.5 | |
Honda CR-V | 2021 touring | 21.5 | |
Tesla Model Y | 2021 long range | 20.9 + 2.9 | |
Tesla Model Y | 2021 long range | 20.8 + 2.9 | 9.9 (lid lay flat) |
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid | 2022 Limited | 20.7 | |
Infiniti QX55 | 2022 sensual | 20.6 | |
Volkswagen Tiguan | 2022 SEL R-Line | 20.3 | |
Honda CR-V Hybrid | 2021 touring | 19.6 | |
Nissan Rogue | 2021 Platinum | 19.3 | |
Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 2022 Limited | 19.1 | |
Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe | 2020 AMG GLC43 | 18.9 | |
Volkswagen ID.4 | 2021 first edition | 18.9 | |
Toyota RAV4 Prime | 2021 Southeast | 18.7 | |
Acura RDX | 2022 2.0T Advanced Package with Spec A | 18.3 | |
Lexus NX | 2022350 | 18.3 | |
Subaru Forester | 2021 sport | 18.2 | |
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited | 2022 Rubicon 392 | 18.2 | |
Mazda CX-50 | 2023 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus | 18.1 | |
Mazda CX-5 | 2021 signature | 17.9 | |
Kia EV6 | 2022 GT Line | 17.7 | |
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe Hybrid | 2021 4xe | 17.7 | |
Recharge the Volvo XC40 | 2021 P8 Recharge | 17.7 | |
Lexus NX 450h Plus | 2022 F Sport | 17.3 | |
Nissan Rogue | 2021 S | 17.1 | |
Volvo XC60 Hybrid Plug | 2021 T8 inscription recharge | 16.8 | |
Genesis GV70 | 2022 Sport Prestige | 16.2 | |
Kia Seltos | 2021 SX | 16.3 | |
Jeep Compass | 2022 Limited | 16.0 | |
Ford Mustang Mach-E | 2021 Premium | 15.9 + 2.0 | |
Lexus NX | 2021 300h luxury | 15.9 | |
Toyota Venza | 2021 XLE | 15.2 | |
Volkswagen Taos | 2022 Southeast | 15.2 | |
Toyota Corolla Cross | 2022 XLE | 14.2 | |
Buick Envision | 2021 core | 14.1 | |
Lincoln Corsair | 2021 reserve | 14.1 | |
Ford Bronco Sport | 2021 badlands | 13.9 | |
Mazda CX-30 | 2020 Premium | 13.7 | |
Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class | 2021 GLA250 | 13.5 | |
Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2021 Republika Srpska | 13.5 | |
Chevrolet Bolt EUV | 2022 Premier | 13.3 | |
Subaru Crossstrike | 2021 Limited | 13.0 | |
Hyundai Kona | 2022 Limited | 10.9 | |
Lexus UX | 2020250h Hybrid | 9.1 |
† Size measured in front luggage compartments
Two-row mid-size SUV
make a model | Model year, trim level tested * | Rear seat distance (cubic feet) |
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Hyundai Santa Fe | 2021 Font | 25.3 |
Genesis GV80 two rows | 2021 prestige | 23.5 |
Kia Sportage | 2023 XPro Prestige | 21.9 |
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport | 2021 SEL Premium | 20.7 |
Honda Passport | 2022 Trail Sport | 20.6 |
BMW iX | 2023 AD 60 | 20.3 |
Cadillac XT5 | 2022 Premium Luxury | 20.3 |
Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2022 Summit Reserve | 20.3 |
Audi SQ8 | 2020 prestige | 20.2 |
Subaru Outback | 2022 Wilderness Edition | 19.6 |
3-row mid-size SUV
make a model | Model year, trim level tested * | Distance behind the second row (cubic feet) | Distance behind the third row (cubic feet) |
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Volkswagen Atlas | 2021 SEL Premium | 29.9 | 14.0 |
Volkswagen Atlas | 2021 SEL 2.0T | 29.8 | 14.5 |
Hyundai Palisade | 2020 Limited | 26.2 | 11.2 |
Infiniti QX60 | 2022 signature | 25.5 | 9.9 |
Nissan Pathfinder | 2022 Platinum | 24.1 | 8.4 |
Toyota Highlander | 2021 XSE | 24.0 | 8.6 |
Mazda CX-9 | 2021 signature | 23.7 | 9.8 |
MDX Acura | 2022 in advance | 23.6 | 11.1 |
Subaru Rise | 2022 onyx edition | 23.6 | 10.3 |
Lincoln Aviator | 2020 reserve | 23.1 | 10.5 |
Kia Sorento | 2021 SX Prestige | 23.1 | 10.5 |
Genesis GV80 Tri-row | 2021 Advanced Plus | 22.1 | 6.8 |
Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2021 top reserve | 22.0 | 10.9 |
Dodge Durango | 2021 SRT 392 | 21.8 | 9.4 |
Mitsubishi Outlander | 2022 SE | 19.2 | 6.9 |
Land Rover Discovery | 2021 R Dynamic S | 18.7 | 4.6 |
Lexus GX 460 | 2022 Black Line | 18.5 | 3.2 |
Full-size SUVs
make a model | Model year, trim level tested * | Rear seat/second row distance (cubic feet) | Distance behind the third row (cubic feet) |
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Chevrolet Suburban | 2021 High Country | 41.8 | 23.0 |
Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 2022 Series Three | 38.9 | 17.2 |
Jeep Wagoneer | 2022 Series Three | 36.6 | 16.4 |
Cadillac Escalade | 2021 Platinum | 30.9 | 13.2 |
Toyota Land Cruiser two rows | 2021 Heritage Edition | 30.5 | Unavailable |
GMC Yukon | 2021 AT4 | 30.3 | 12.9 |
Chevrolet Tahoe | 2021 Z71 | 30.3 | 12.8 |
Nissan Armada | 2021 AD | 24.0 | 10.4 |
mini fan
make a model | Model year, trim level tested * | Distance behind the second row (cubic feet) | Distance behind the third row (cubic feet) |
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Kia Carnival | 2022 SX | 45.5 | 23.0 |
Toyota Sienna | 2021 XSE with Super Long Slide Seats Halfway Aft | 44.6 | 21.7 |
Chrysler Pacifica | 2021 Limited | 41.6 + 3.2 †† | 17.6 + 3.2 †† |
Honda Odyssey | 2021 Elite | 41.6 | 21.1 |
Toyota Sienna | 2021 XSE with Super Long Slide Seats Fully Rear | 32.6 | 21.7 |
Volume was measured in the underground Stow ‘n Go pods
small cars
make a model | Model year, trim level tested * | Rear seat distance (cubic feet) |
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Toyota Corolla Sedan | 2020 XSE | 19.1 |
Hyundai Elantra Sedan | 2021 SEL Premium | 19.0 |
Honda Civic Sedan | 2020 touring | 18.8 |
Nissan Sentra | 2020 SV | 18.8 |
Honda Civic Sedan | 2022 touring | 18.1 |
Ford Mustang Coupe | 2021 Mach 1 Premium | 17.0 |
Nissan Kicks | 2021 riyals | 16.9 |
Honda Civic Hatchback | 2022 Sport Touring | 16.5 |
Lexus RC Coupe | 2021 350 F Sport | 15.0 |
Cadillac CT4 | 2020 CT4-V | 13.7 |
Audi RS 3 | 2022 2.5 liters | 13.4 |
Genesis G70 | 2022 3.3T Sport Prestige | 13.4 |
Mazda3 Hatchback | 2021 Premium | 13.1 |
Toyota Prius | 2021 XLE | 13.1 |
Audi A3 | 2022 Premium Plus | 12.8 |
midsize cars
make a model | Model year, trim level tested * | Rear seat distance (cubic feet) |
---|---|---|
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon | 2022 E450 All-Terrain | 21.1 |
Tesla Model S | 2022 Manousha | 20.9 |
Kia K5 | 2021 EX | 20.3 |
Honda Accord Hybrid | 2021 touring | 19.9 |
Hyundai Sonata | 2021 Limited | 19.8 |
Toyota Camry | 2021 TRD | 19.4 |
Volvo V90 Cross Country | 2022 b 6 | 18.9 |
Volkswagen Passat | 2021 R-Line | 18.5 |
Mazda 6 | 2021 signature | 18.4 |
BMW 5 Series | 2021540i Premium M Sport | 17.9 |
Genesis G80 | 2021 Prestige 3.5 T | 16.1 |
Kia Stinger | 2022 GT Line 2.5T | 15.1 |
Cadillac CT5 | 2020 Premium Luxury | 13.3 |
Genesis Electrified G80 | 2023 | 12.9 |
Vine GS-6 | 2021 luxury | 7.4 |
full size cars
make a model | Model year, trim level tested * | Rear seat distance (cubic feet) |
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Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan | 2021 S580 | 17.4 |