Cargo Volume Calculator
Turn three measurements into usable cargo space in litres, cubic metres and cubic feet.
Worked example
A trunk space measuring 120 cm x 80 cm x 50 cm holds 120 x 80 x 50 = 480,000 cubic centimetres, which is 480 litres, 0.48 cubic metres, or 16.95 cubic feet.
Formula
Volume = length x width x height. Litres = cubic centimetres / 1000, or cubic inches x 0.0163871. Cubic feet = litres / 28.3168.
FAQs
Why does less fit than the litre figure suggests? Wheel wells, sloped hatchbacks and odd shapes waste space. For real packing, assume about 75 to 85 percent of the calculated volume is usable.
How do manufacturers measure trunk volume? Methods vary (VDA blocks versus SAE standards), so published trunk litres may not match a simple box calculation for the same car.
Estimates only. Figures are planning guides based on the stated assumptions, not professional advice. Verify quantities and prices before purchasing.