Car Mats and Boot Liners — Page 4

The “Mats” section brings together car mats for the cabin and trunk made of EVA, rubber, textile, and eco-leather, plus everything you may need for them: heel pads, badges, retaining clips, and materials for making mats. Most items are vehicle-specific (made to a template for a particular car’s floor), so it’s convenient to select them using the “Make / Model” filter on the page.

Which material to choose

• EVA cabin mats — lightweight mats made from Digital Designs EVA (ethylene-vinyl acetate). The cells on the surface trap water, snow, and sand; the mat doesn’t soak through, and you can wash it with plain water, so EVA is also chosen for winter. The material has no strong odor and isn’t afraid of temperature changes. For many models, you can choose the base and edging color to match the interior; light edging looks striking but shows dirt more easily.
• Rubber cabin mats — Stingray, Polytep, and other manufacturers. The most practical option for mud, road chemicals, and country driving; the raised lip keeps meltwater contained. Rubber differs in thickness, weight, and softness; in the Stingray Premium series, the manufacturer states there is no rubber smell.
• Textile cabin mats — pile mats that look like factory flooring and make the cabin quieter. Classic, Premium, and Deluxe lines differ in pile density and height. Best for city driving in dry weather: the pile absorbs moisture, so it needs vacuuming and drying.
• Eco-leather mats — a smooth surface that’s easy to wipe clean. Available for commercial vans Opel Vivaro, Nissan Primastar, and Renault Trafic.

The surface pattern — “honeycomb”, “diamond”, “drop” — is just texture: it doesn’t identify the material, just like the “3D” label doesn’t indicate composition or sidewall height. The material is always specified in the product specs.

Sidewalls and what’s included

Mats come flat, with a low lip, or with a high lip. A high lip holds water better, but near the pedals it can get in the way and curl; on stitched EVA mats, the edge binding replaces a high sidewall. Package contents vary by series: front mats, rear sections, a rear center piece for the tunnel (also called a bridge or “middle”), a heel pad, clips, and a badge may be included or sold separately. The third row, trunk, and door sills are usually not included in the cabin set — check the exact contents in the “Package contents” section of the product page.

Trunk and door sills

A trunk mat is purchased separately from the cabin set — it protects the lining when carrying groceries, tools, or outdoor gear. Materials are often mixed: EVA in the cabin and a rubber mat in the trunk. For the trunk, confirm the body type, the presence of a third row, and the floor level: if the floor is adjustable, different mats are needed for the upper and lower positions.

• EVA trunk mats — lightweight, easy to remove and wash in a few minutes.
• Rubber trunk mats — including Stingray 3D trunk mats that follow the trunk shape and protect the lining better from dirt and liquid.
• Textile trunk mats — in the same style as Premium cabin mats.
• EVA door-sill mats — for the steps of vans and minibuses: Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Fiat Ducato, Renault Master, and others.

Vehicle-specific or universal

Vehicle-specific mats follow the floor shape of a particular car, taking sills, the tunnel, and mounting points into account, so they fit without trimming and don’t slide around. Universal mats are chosen by size: they’re usually without sidewalls and must be cut to fit — test-fit first and cut only where intended, otherwise the mat will no longer cover the floor. The catalog in this section mostly consists of vehicle-specific sets.

How to choose the right mats

1. Specify the make, model, and production years — the floor differs between generations and sometimes even after a facelift, so the year alone may not be enough.
2. Confirm the body style and version — sedan, wagon, and hatchback have different trunks; short vs long wheelbase, EU vs US versions, and powertrain type may also be specified. All of this is shown in the product name.
3. For minivans and vans, consider the seating layout — “1+1” or “1+2” refers to the front-seat arrangement, not the number of mats. Sets for these layouts are not interchangeable, and the number of mats included is listed in the specs. For 5- and 7-seat versions of the same car, mats usually differ only in the third row.
4. Check the mounting system — if the floor has factory retainers, the mat must attach to them so it doesn’t shift under the pedals. Round and oval clips are not interchangeable.
5. Choose the color to match the interior upholstery: the product name indicates the color and version.