Small SUVs are hugely popular in the UK, but boot space varies dramatically across the class. Some compact SUVs sacrifice practicality for style, while others punch well above their size. Here are the small SUVs with the biggest boot space currently on sale.
Best Small SUVs for Boot Space
Skoda Kamiq
The Skoda Kamiq offers a class-leading 400-litre boot, ahead of most rivals in the small SUV segment, along with a wide, square-shaped load area that makes the most of the available space.
Nissan Qashqai
The Nissan Qashqai, sitting at the larger end of the small SUV bracket, offers 504 litres of boot space, making it one of the most practical choices for buyers who want SUV styling with genuine family sized capacity.
Renault Captur
The Renault Captur features a sliding rear bench that allows drivers to prioritise either boot space or rear passenger legroom, with the boot expanding to 536 litres when the rear seats are slid fully forward.
Ford Puma
The Ford Puma includes a clever underfloor storage well called the Megabox, adding significant additional capacity beyond its already competitive 456 litre boot, making it particularly useful for muddy boots, pets or spilled liquids.
Small SUV Boot Space Comparison
| Model | Boot Space (Seats Up) | Boot Space (Seats Down) |
|---|---|---|
| Nissan Qashqai | 504 litres | 1,447 litres |
| Renault Captur | 536 litres (seats forward) | 1,275 litres |
| Ford Puma | 456 litres (plus Megabox) | 1,216 litres |
| Skoda Kamiq | 400 litres | 1,395 litres |
What Makes a Small SUV Boot More Usable
- Sliding rear seats: allow you to trade rear legroom for extra boot space when needed.
- Underfloor storage wells: add hidden capacity for items you want kept separate from the main load area.
- Low, wide loading lip: makes lifting heavy or bulky items considerably easier than a high set boot floor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which small SUV has the most boot space in the UK?
The Renault Captur offers one of the largest boots in the small SUV class, at up to 536 litres with the sliding rear seats moved fully forward.
Do small SUVs have more boot space than hatchbacks?
Generally yes, though the difference is often smaller than buyers expect, as the best family hatchbacks can match or beat some small SUVs on outright volume.
Related reading: comparing across the whole SUV range? See our guide to 7 seater cars with big boot space.
Written by the Apriliapartsbuyer editorial team, covering UK family car buying guides.
