Trunk comparison: BMW 5 Series Touring vs Mazda Mazda CX-60

Key Differences

The BMW 5 Series Touring offers overall longer loading options: when the seats are upright, the trunk of the BMW is +4.3 in (11%) longer than that of the Mazda CX‑60. With the seats folded down, the BMW's advantage is +6.7 in (10%) — this is relevant, but exactly 10%, so it is less emphasized.

On the other hand, the loading edge of the Mazda is +3.1 in (12%) higher above the road than the BMW, which noticeably changes the loading height.

Other differences are minor: Mazda has a trunk opening that is 2.4 in higher (≈9%), the opening width is 1.2 in larger on the Mazda, and the narrowest interior width is 1.2 in larger on the BMW; depth (loading edge to floor) is identical.

Impact on Usability

Due to the longer loading surface with upright seats (BMW +4.3 in), the 5 Series Touring is better suited for longer items or more luggage with full occupancy – e.g., skis, long boxes, or additional suitcases when carrying passengers.

The larger cargo space of the BMW with folded seats (±6.7 in) reinforces this advantage for transporting longer goods.

The higher loading edge of the Mazda (+3.1 in) makes lifting heavy or difficult-to-handle items more strenuous; for frequent loading and unloading of heavy loads, the BMW is therefore more practical.

The slightly larger opening height of the Mazda (≈2.4 in) makes it easier to load tall, bulky items, as long as lifting to the loading edge is not an issue.

Minor differences in opening width and interior width (each ~1.2 in) are usually insignificant in everyday use, as is the identical trunk depth measurement.

Conclusion: BMW has a clear advantage for longer and frequently transported heavy loads due to more usable length and lower loading edge; Mazda scores occasionally in vertical space and opening height but is less comfortable when lifting heavy items due to the higher loading edge.