Trunk comparison: Nissan Rogue Sport vs Renault Clio
Key Differences (greater than 10%)
The Nissan Qashqai offers a 6.3 in (≈23%) longer trunk with the first row of seats upright and even 13 in (≈25%) more length with the seats folded down compared to the Renault Clio. The width of the trunk opening is 4.7 in (≈12%) larger on the Qashqai.
In contrast, the Renault Clio has a significantly greater depth between the loading edge and the trunk floor: it is 28 in (≈1183%) larger on the Clio. Additionally, the loading edge of the Qashqai is 20.9 in (≈221%) higher above the road than on the Clio.
What are the practical implications of these differences?
- More usable length in the Qashqai (with upright seats and folded seats) means longer items, skis, or several large suitcases can be transported more easily. For users who often need to carry long loads or bulky luggage, the Qashqai is more practical.
- The wider opening width on the Qashqai makes maneuvering wide or irregularly shaped items easier; bulky boxes or strollers fit through the opening more easily.
- The significantly higher loading edge of the Qashqai makes lifting heavy loads onto the loading edge more strenuous—especially with frequent loading and unloading. Those who regularly transport heavy items or have less physical strength benefit more from the lower loading edge of the Clio.
- The very large depth of the Clio (distance loading edge → trunk floor) means the floor lies significantly lower than the loading edge.
Practically, this means heavy items can be pushed in more easily using floor or back strength because the loading edge itself is low; however, items sit deeper in the cargo area with less opening depth and need to be pulled out more often when reaching for them.
Also, the usable height directly behind the opening may be limited if the floor slopes steeply downward.
- Smaller differences: The height of the trunk opening (Qashqai +2.4 in / ≈8%) and the narrowest trunk width (Qashqai +1.2 in / ≈3%) are comparatively minor and have little impact on everyday usability.
Conclusion: For users who need longer or wider cargo and more cargo length, the Qashqai is advantageous. For light, frequent loading and unloading (low loading edge) and when a deep cargo profile is desired, the Clio is more practical.