Trunk comparison: Mazda Mazda CX-60 vs VW Golf Wagon (Mk5)

Key Differences

The models mainly differ in the geometry of the cargo area: The cargo depth measurement shows a significantly larger recess between the loading edge and the trunk floor (+2 in / +400%) in the VW Golf 5 compared to the Mazda CX‑60. At the same time, the loading edge of the Mazda CX‑60 is noticeably higher above the ground (+3.9 in / +16%) than that of the Golf.

Other differences are minor: the CX‑60 has a slightly wider trunk opening (+3.1 in) and more width at the narrowest point (+1.6 in), the Golf offers minimally more trunk length with the front seats upright (+2.8 in), and when the seats are folded down, the CX‑60 is slightly longer (+1.2 in).

The height of the opening differs by only +0.8 in in favor of the CX‑60.

Impact on Usability

The significantly larger cargo depth recess of the Golf practically means more usable vertical capacity behind the loading edge: tall or bulky items can be placed deeper in the trunk and rest more securely in a deeper recess.

This makes it easier to store boxes or sports equipment but can make lifting small, heavy items more difficult because they must first be lifted over the loading edge.

The higher loading edge of the CX‑60 makes lifting heavy luggage into the trunk more strenuous—especially for single persons or during frequent loading and unloading.

At the same time, CX‑60 users benefit from a slightly wider and overall more spacious opening: wide items can be loaded and unloaded more easily, and the greater width at the narrowest point reduces the risk of pinching bulky cargo.

For everyday scenarios, this means: If heavy or bulky single items (e.g., furniture, large boxes) are frequently transported, the Golf is often more practical due to the deep recess and lower loading edge; for bulky, wide items that must fit through the opening, the CX‑60 offers advantages with its larger opening width and higher opening height—while also imposing more effort when lifting due to the higher loading edge.

Length differences with folded or upright seats are minor and play a subordinate role in most use cases.