Trunk comparison: BMW iX1 vs Nissan Rogue Sport
Key Differences (Values >10% Highlighted)
Two relevant deviations stand out from the data: The Nissan Qashqai has a trunk opening that is 3.1 in (≈11%) higher than the BMW iX1 and a depth from the loading edge to the trunk floor that is 1.6 in (≈200%) greater.
The very high percentage for the depth results from the iX1 having a very low starting height here; the absolute difference is only 1.6 in.
Impact on Usability
Higher trunk opening (+3.1 in / 11%): The larger height of the opening allows tall or bulky items to be loaded and unloaded upright without having to tilt or angle them significantly. This makes loading boxes, plants, furniture parts, or taller suitcases easier.
Greater depth (loading edge → trunk floor, +1.6 in / 200%): Inside the trunk, the Qashqai offers more vertical space immediately behind the loading edge. This increases the usable volume near the loading edge and makes stacking or storing somewhat taller cargo easier.
Combined effect with loading edge height: However, the Qashqai’s loading edge is 2 in higher above the road than the iX1’s (≈7% — below the 10% threshold). When adding loading edge height and depth together, the trunk floor is positioned only slightly higher relative to the road (about +0.4 in favoring the Qashqai).
In practice, this means: despite the deeper interior, you hardly have to lift heavier items higher in the Qashqai than in the iX1; heavy objects are minimally easier to lift onto the floor in the iX1.
Other dimensions (each <10% difference): Length and width differences are small (+2–4%), so they hardly affect everyday usability. For example: with seats folded down, the Qashqai offers slightly more cargo length, while with the front row upright, the iX1 has minimally more length — both negligible in practical use.
Conclusion
For frequently loading tall or bulky items, the Nissan Qashqai is more practical due to the higher opening and greater depth.
Those who often lift heavy loads and appreciate a slightly lower loading edge have a small advantage with the BMW iX1. Regarding width and loading lengths, both models are largely equivalent in everyday use.