Boot sizes of Australia’s best-selling hatchbacks – Dubai Car News

DDespite their diminutive size, hatchbacks can (and often do) punch well above their weight class when it comes to storage capacity, making them popular with practicality-focused buyers. go

Advances in both car design and smart packaging have had a huge impact on how useful small hatches can be – so who’s doing it best?

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How is boot space measured?

Boot space is measured in volume, not dimensions. In most cases, especially in areas that favor the metric system, it is in liters.

Of course, this is no help if you need to fit a 2.0 meter long Ikea flat pack or a few chairs, as volume does not directly translate to length, height and width.

And, since most car boots have space through the wheel arches, it can be difficult to know how well something will fit in your car boot.

So how do we know what will fit in our car boot?

To help reduce confusion, Verband der Automobile Industry (VDA) measurement is widely used in most of the automotive world, based on the amount of standard blocks that can fit in the boot of a vehicle.

Officially, this method uses ‘letter’ blocks measuring 200x100x50mm.

The VDA system measures the actual space instead of taking measurements from everywhere, as if the boat were literally filled with liquid. This is the system used by the American Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE). VDA is generally considered a more realistic theory than SAE.

Video: Skoda demonstrates its Enyaq EV’s boot volume measurement.

Skoda says: “The technicians are genuinely using their experience, not using ‘tricks’, although the technical standard allows for some finesse. It allows him to remove everything from the luggage compartment. is not bold, for example. But we don’t go that far – we want the volume to be realistic and fit the actual usable space.”

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Top tip: Know what you’ll need to put in your boot.

When you’re out shopping for a car, it’s wise to have a good idea in advance of what you’ll most likely need to keep in the boot, and its specific dimensions. Submission Then, either take it with you to test drive your potential new car, Or at least a tape measure. This may feel awkward, but it can save you from a disappointing discovery later.

So, class-wise and ability-wise, who has the biggest booty?

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Micro hatches

Kia Picanto – 255 litres

The Picanto’s boot is a perfect size for such a small car, and even better, its width. The only downside is that the loading lip is well above average knee height, meaning you’ll have to lift the cargo higher to clear it. The 60:40-split rear seatbacks fold down to increase cargo capacity, but not flush with the boot floor.

Fiat 500 – 185 liters

gave ancient But the dear Fiat 500’s mostly useless rear seats fold 50:50 – but even with both of them down, you won’t be carrying a lot of suitcases. Overall storage space is about what you’d expect just from the outside view, And even major grocery stores will be a challenge.

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Light hatches

Volkswagen Polo – 351/1125 litres

The increased dimensions of the latest car also apply to the boot space, which has increased to 351 litres. Folding down the rear seats increases capacity to 1125 litres, and can accommodate items up to 1.38 meters long.

Kia Rio – 300 / 1078 liters

The Rio’s boot holds a lot of luggage for a car of this size, and more than previous Rio offerings. Fold the 60:40 split rear seats and cargo volume increases to a roof-loaded 1078 litres.

Toyota Yaris – 270 liters

The boot capacity of the new Yaris is less than the outgoing model but still more than the Toyota Corolla. The rear seats fold down in a 60:40 split to accommodate more cargo.

Mazda 2 – 250 litres

Mazdas aren’t usually the most capacious options out there. The Mazda 2’s 60:40 rear backrests fold down for more carrying, but they don’t lie flat. Additionally, the high boot lip and aperture is not optimal for the highest loads. If you like the Mazda 2 but want to carry more, the sedan version has a decent 440-litre curb weight.

Suzuki Swift – 242 liters

The Swift’s boot is bigger than the car it replaces, but still on the small side for a light hatchback. The rear seats on the Swift Fold are 60:40, which provides flexibility for carrying long objects, but they don’t lie flat against the boot floor.

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Small hatches

Small hatches, a step up from the popular ‘light hatch’ class, are a common go-to for those looking for interior space and still claim a small footprint on the road.

Kia Cerato – 428 liters

With the 60/40 split-fold rear seats folded down, the Cerato hatchback can hold up to 741 litres, more than enough space to carry a bicycle. Even with the rear seats folded, 428 liters is remarkably spacious.

Hyundai i30 – 395 liters

The i30’s boot is 395 litres. The rear seats can be folded 60:40, and you can adjust the height of the boot floor with a false floor pull-out. In its lowest setting, capacity is maximum, but there’s a big step to the rear of the folded seatbacks. Raising the floor gives you a delightfully expansive load space.

VW Golf 8 – 374 / 1230 liters

Overall one of our favorites. The Golf’s boot space increases to 1230 liters if you fold down the 60:40 split rear seats. There are hooks in the boot to tie down your load, and a ski port under the center armrest. The height of the boot floor is adjustable, with the higher setting making loading and unloading easier, while the lower lets you fit more stuff inside.

Subaru Impreza – 345 / 795 liters

Boot space in the Impreza is similar to the previous model, but the opening is slightly wider than before. Split the seats 60-40 to increase load space.

Subaru has yet to confirm the upcoming dimensions. new The Impreza, but with a 5mm longer wheelbase, will likely have a similar boot size (if not more just given the rear legroom).

Mazda 3 – 295 liters

The boot of the new Mazda 3 hatch is relatively small at 295 litres, which is below average for a hatch and 13 liters smaller than the previous model. This is helped by 60/40 split-folding seats and a wide tailgate opening.

Toyota Corolla – 217 liters

Opening the Corolla’s lightweight plastic hatch reveals a smaller boot of just 217 liters in addition to the top-spec ZR Hybrid. That’s 54 liters less boot space than the smaller Toyota Yaris! The ZR Hybrid’s boot holds 333 liters thanks to the puncture repair kit that removes the bulky spare wheel under the floor.

Style vs. Functionality… Pick One?

As you can see, boot space practicality in small hatchbacks can vary significantly depending on the specific model and its design.

Some small hatchbacks can have limited boot space, making them less practical – but often more stylish, which can be attractive to those who want a four-passenger door and hatch design, but need a gym bag or Need to carry a little more than groceries.

And even with that tapered sporty roofline, models with smaller boots can still come in handy if you’re hauling loads but don’t have a rear passenger.

It’s important to consider the amount of boot space that a small hatchback offers before making a purchase, as it can greatly affect the overall utility and comfort of the vehicle.

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Compared to the hatchback boot space

Tom Fraser contributed to this story.