Trunk comparison: Nissan Rogue Sport vs Renault Austral

Key Differences

The most noticeable difference is the depth of the trunk (loading edge → trunk floor): The Renault Austral is +0.8 in (≈33%) deeper than the Nissan Qashqai.

Other measurements differ only slightly: the Qashqai has +2 in (3%) longer cargo space with the seats folded down and +0.4 in (1%) more length with the first row upright; the narrowest width is +2 in (5%) greater in the Qashqai.

The height of the trunk opening on the Qashqai is +2.8 in (10%) above that of the Austral; the width of the opening is the same. The loading edge of the Austral sits +0.4 in (1%) higher above the road.

Impact on Usability

The significantly greater depth of the Austral means more usable vertical space behind the loading edge – practically advantageous for tall or stacked items and for volume with irregularly shaped cargo.

Due to the combination of 0.8 in greater depth and 0.4 in higher loading edge, the trunk floor of the Austral is overall about 0.4 in lower than that of the Qashqai, which slightly eases sliding heavy items inside; however, the slightly higher loading sill (loading edge) makes lifting over the threshold minimally more demanding.

The Qashqai scores better in accessibility and width: the approximately 2.8 in higher opening makes it easier to load tall or bulky items without significant bending at the edges, and the 2 in wider narrowest point simplifies loading wider items.

The slightly greater length with folded seats (2 in) helps with very long items but is only a minor advantage.

Conclusion: For frequent transport of tall or stacked cargo, the Renault Austral is advantageous due to its greater depth. For bulky, wide, or cumbersome items that need to fit comfortably through the opening, the Nissan Qashqai is better suited.