2023 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2023 Nissan Rogue Review

Picture of the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe

2023 Hyundai
Santa Fe

MSRP*: $28,750 to $44,300
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Picture of the 2023 Nissan Rogue

2023 Nissan
Rogue

MSRP*: $27,360 to $39,090
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MPG - City 21 - 25 MPG 28 - 30 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 28 MPG 34 - 37 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.1 ft3 72.9 - 74.1 ft3
Engine
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 277-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, 1.5-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 191 - 277 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 3,500 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 188.4 in 183.0 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Front 44.1 in
Rear 41.7 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 in
Head Room Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 in
Front 39.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.2 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 Hyundai Santa Fe than in the Nissan Rogue. The Hyundai Santa Fe will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Nissan Rogue.

Convenience
The Nissan Rogue requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 Hyundai Santa Fe is somewhat more expensive than the Nissan Rogue.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe is much wider than the Nissan Rogue, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Hyundai Santa Fe, which is slightly longer than the Nissan Rogue.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe has a larger turning radius than the Nissan Rogue, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe is clearly the choice over the Nissan Rogue for pulling heavy loads. The Hyundai Santa Fe has a little less horsepower than the Nissan Rogue.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Hyundai Santa Fe doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Nissan Rogue.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Nissan Rogue. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Hyundai Santa Fe as you will in the Nissan Rogue.