
ASX and CX-4 dimensions are: The ASX measures 4366mm in length, 1780mm in width, and 1640mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2670mm; the CX-4 measures 4637mm in length, 1855mm in width, and 1524mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2700mm. Taking the ASX as an example: it is equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission, has a top speed of 183 km/h, and the body type is a 5-door, 5-seat SUV. The ASX has a fuel tank capacity of 63L, a trunk capacity of 356L, an engine maximum power of 91 kW, and a maximum power speed of 6000 rpm.

Last time I accompanied my friend to choose a car, I paid special attention to the space of these two models. The rear seats of the ASX are a bit cramped for three adults, especially at the shoulder area, but the headroom is about a fist higher than the CX-4, so a person who is 1.8 meters tall won’t have their hair brushing against the roof. The trunk can fit two 24-inch suitcases with room left for a backpack. The CX-4’s fastback design is indeed stylish, but taller passengers may find their heads touching the roof in the rear seats, though the legroom is more generous—crossing your legs is no problem. The trunk floor is deep; I’ve tried standing a folded bicycle upright without removing the wheels. For family use, the ASX is more practical, while young people might prefer the CX-4 for its cooler look.

As someone who has driven both cars, here's my real experience. The CX-4 has a wide adjustment range for the front driver's seat. After setting it for my 1.75m height, there was still room for three friends in the back for short trips, though the middle floor hump was uncomfortable for feet. The ASX has exceptionally wide-opening rear doors, making it easy for elderly passengers to get in and out, and the completely flat rear floor is great. However, the lateral width is really narrow – last time I took my parents and mother-in-law out, the three elderly passengers had to squeeze shoulder-to-shoulder throughout the journey. For trunk space, the CX-4 can easily fit a stroller, while the ASX requires removing the cargo cover to fit a large camping box.

From actual measurements, the differences are quite noticeable. The ASX has an advantage in rear headroom, especially being friendly to hat wearers. The CX-4's 3cm longer wheelbase is all utilized in legroom, allowing the front passenger to stretch their legs to a fully extended position. Both cars have similar trunk depth, but the CX-4's fastback design reduces vertical height by 20%, requiring IKEA cardboard boxes to be placed vertically. The ASX's door panel storage compartments are more practical, capable of holding a 1.5-liter water bottle, while the CX-4 can only accommodate small mineral water bottles.

Carefully compared the storage details: the ASX glove compartment comes with a layered compartment, allowing driver's license and coins to be stored separately; the CX-4 center console is deep enough to hold a tablet vertically. Both trunks are fine for daily shopping, but the CX-4's floor is 5cm lower than the ASX, making it easier to move heavy items. The biggest difference in the rear seat experience is the roof design—the ASX's boxy shape allows tall passengers to sit upright without feeling cramped, while the CX-4's sloping roofline forces tall rear passengers to duck their heads.

Actual space utilization is more reasonable in the ASX. The front seats have enough clearance underneath to fit shoeboxes, and the rear seatbacks feature map pockets. The CX-4's middle rear seat has a firmer backrest, making long-distance rides uncomfortable. Both vehicles' rear seats fold nearly flat, but the ASX has an 8cm step after folding. In terms of actual loading capacity, last week's friend-moving test showed the CX-4 requires diagonal placement for a washing machine, while the ASX can fit a microwave vertically. Both cars suffice for daily commutes, but pet owners might prefer the ASX's lower trunk sill.


