Trunk comparison: Ford Focus vs Mazda Mazda CX-5

Key Differences

The Mazda CX-5 offers a cargo area that is 7.5 in longer with the first row of seats upright compared to the Ford Focus (plus 25%), while with the seats folded down, the CX-5 is 5.9 in longer (plus 10%).

The depth of the trunk (from loading edge to trunk floor) is 5.1 in greater in the Ford Focus — a difference of 260%.

The loading edge of the Mazda sits 2.8 in higher above the ground (plus 10%). The width at the narrowest point is 1.6 in wider in the CX-5 (plus 4%), and the width of the trunk opening is 2.4 in larger in the CX-5 (plus 6%). The height of the trunk opening is 0.4 in higher in the Focus (plus 1%).

Impact on Usability

Longer cargo area with first row upright (Mazda, +25%) makes the CX-5 better suited for long items that still allow for seating in the vehicle (e.g., skis, long packages). Those who regularly transport long but relatively narrow loads benefit from the CX-5.

Significantly greater trunk depth in the Focus (Ford, +260%) means the Focus has a much deeper cargo space — this can be advantageous when items need to be stacked or securely stored not only in length but especially in height/depth.

However, greater depth can also mean that heavy cargo must be lifted or pushed further inside.

The higher loading edge of the Mazda (+2.8 in) makes lifting heavy items in more strenuous compared to the Focus, which has a lower loading edge and thus facilitates loading.

The wider dimensions of the CX-5 at the opening and at the narrowest point (both small advantages) slightly ease loading wider items but are less relevant compared to the major differences. Similarly, the differences in opening height (+0.4 in) and the 10% difference with seats folded are rather marginal.