Loading floor flat or deep...?
In our online shop you will find terms such as flat loading floor, low loading floor, variable loading floor, raised loading floor as well as Loading sill . What do these mean?
Here is a brief explanation:
Flat loading floor
- A flat loading floor provides a consistently flat surface throughout the vehicle's cargo area. This makes loading and unloading luggage or large items easier, as there are no height differences.
Low loading floor
- A deep load floor means the loading area is lower than the loading sill. This can help optimize trunk space and provide a lower loading sill, making it easier to load heavy or bulky items. However, it can also result in limited storage space under the load floor, for things like spare tires or tools.
Variable loading floor
- A variable loading floor is adjustable and can be raised or lowered in many vehicles, and in some cases even removed. This allows users to expand or adjust the loading area as needed. The variable loading floor is available as an optional extra for most vehicle manufacturers.
Raised loading floor
- Typically installed in PHEV (plug-in hybrid) vehicles, the battery in the trunk raises the loading sill.
Below you will find illustrated examples!
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Flat loading floor The loading area is flat, without loading sill |
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Loading floor low The loading floor is deep, a loading sill is available |
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Variable loading floor With a variable loading floor, the depth of the trunk can be adjusted. In many vehicles, the trunk floor can be adjusted to a low (low) or level (high) position as needed. It's often removable, too. |
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Loading sill The loading sill indicates the height of the loading sill (rear wall) to the trunk floor |
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Raised loading floor The loading floor is raised by the battery in the trunk. Usually found in PHEV (plug-in hybrid) vehicles. |





