Trunk comparison: Mazda Mazda CX-5 vs Toyota Corolla Wagon

Key Differences

The most significant differences (>10%) are:

• Trunk depth (loading edge → trunk floor): Toyota +1.2 in (60%) — the Corolla Touring Sports has a noticeably deeper load floor below the loading edge.
• Loading edge height above the road: Mazda +4.7 in (19%) — the loading height of the CX-5 is significantly higher, with the loading edge sitting higher above road level.
• Trunk width at the narrowest point: Mazda +3.9 in (11%) — in the tightest area, the CX-5 is noticeably wider.

Worth mentioning briefly (differences under 10%): The Corolla offers a slightly longer usable cargo space, both with folded seats (+6.3 in, 9%) and with the first row upright (+2.4 in, 6%). The trunk opening and total opening height are marginally larger on the CX-5 (+1.2 in and +1.6 in respectively).

Impact on Usability

The stronger differences lead to practical consequences:

• Depth advantage for the Corolla (+60%) — the deeper load floor means more usable volume below the loading edge. Advantage: greater stacking height immediately behind the loading edge and more hidden or storage space in the lower area. Disadvantage: smaller, deep-lying volume is harder to access; small items can disappear further down and are less reachable.
• Higher loading edge on the Mazda (+19%) — loading and unloading heavy items requires more effort due to the higher lift height. Advantage: on uneven terrain or when ground clearance is important, the CX-5 offers more clearance to the underbody. Disadvantage: less practical for frequent lifting of heavy groceries, child seats, or bulky loads.
• Wider narrow point on the Mazda (+11%) — the CX-5 accommodates bulky, wide items more easily (e.g., boxes, wide luggage, strollers) because the narrowest point offers more room. This also facilitates side loading and maneuvering of large parts.
• The slightly longer total length of the load floor on the Corolla (under 10%) makes it marginally better for long items but has less practical impact than the differences mentioned above.

Conclusion: The Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers more depth and thus more hidden volume; the Mazda CX-5 scores with loading access and width at the narrow point.

For frequent lifting of heavy loads or uneven terrain, the Corolla is easier due to the lower loading edge, while the CX-5 is often more advantageous for storing wide or bulky items.