Trunk comparison: Mazda Mazda CX-5 vs Nissan Rogue Sport

Key Differences

The clearest major difference concerns the depth of the trunk (loading edge to trunk floor): In the Nissan Qashqai, this depth is +0.4 in, or +20%, greater than in the Mazda CX‑5. All other deviations are significantly smaller: The Mazda offers +2 in (3%) more loading length with the seats folded down and +3.5 in (10%) more length with the first row upright.

The trunk opening of the Qashqai is +2.4 in (6%) wider, its opening height is +0.4 in (1%) higher, the loading edge is +0.4 in (1%) higher above the road, and the narrowest width in the trunk is +0.4 in (1%) larger in the Mazda.

Impact on Usability

The Qashqai's 20% greater depth creates more depth space below the loading edge, which makes storing bulky or tall items easier and provides more storage space for irregularly shaped or stacked cargo. However, the Qashqai's loading edge is slightly higher (+0.4 in), making very heavy items marginally harder to load.

The slightly wider opening of the Qashqai (+2.4 in) facilitates maneuvering wider parts inside (e.g., furniture or large suitcases).

The Mazda, on the other hand, has longer loading surfaces with folded or upright seats (each +2 in and +3.5 in respectively), giving it an advantage for longer, flat items (pipes, slats, skis, etc.).

Overall, except for the depth, all differences are minor and rarely decisive in practice.

More importantly: if you frequently transport tall or stacked cargo, the Qashqai has a noticeable advantage due to the greater depth; if you regularly load very long, flat items, the slightly longer loading length of the Mazda is more favorable.