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2023 Kia Niro vs. 2022 Nissan Rogue Sport Review

Picture of the 2023 Kia Niro

2023 Kia
Niro

MSRP*: $26,590 to $34,890
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Picture of the 2022 Nissan Rogue Sport

2022 Nissan
Rogue Sport

MSRP*: $24,960 to $31,090
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MPG - City 53 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 45 - 54 MPG 30 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.7 ft3 53.3 - 61.1 ft3
Engine
  • 139-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 141-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 139 hp 141 hp
Exterior Length 174.0 in 172.8 in
Exterior Width 71.8 in 72.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.5 in
Rear 39.8 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 33.4 in
Head Room Front 40.5 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Niro than in the Nissan Rogue Sport. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Kia Niro and the Nissan Rogue Sport.

Convenience
The Kia Niro requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Nissan Rogue Sport, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Kia Niro is somewhat more expensive than the Nissan Rogue Sport.

Dimensions
The Kia Niro is about the same width as the Nissan Rogue Sport. When looking at overall length, the Kia Niro takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Nissan Rogue Sport.

Handling
The Kia Niro has a smaller turning radius than the Nissan Rogue Sport, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Kia Niro and the Nissan Rogue Sport.

Powertrain
The Kia Niro has much lower torque than the Nissan Rogue Sport, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Niro and the Nissan Rogue Sport. The Kia Niro has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Nissan Rogue Sport.