2025 Kia Sportage vs. 2025 Nissan Rogue Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Sportage

2025 Kia
Sportage

MSRP*: $27,390 to $38,290
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2025 Nissan
Rogue

MSRP*: $28,590 to $39,990
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MPG - City 23 - 25 MPG 27 - 30 MPG
MPG - Hwy 27 - 32 MPG 32 - 37 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 74.1 ft3 72.4 - 74.1 ft3
Engine
  • 187-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 187 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity 1,653 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 183.5 in 183.0 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 in
Head Room Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 - 39.4 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 Kia Sportage than in the Nissan Rogue. The Nissan Rogue offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Kia Sportage, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
With the Nissan Rogue, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Kia Sportage, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Kia Sportage will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Nissan Rogue.

Dimensions
The Kia Sportage is a little wider than the Nissan Rogue, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. When looking at overall length, the Kia Sportage takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Nissan Rogue.

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

Performance
With the Kia Sportage, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Nissan Rogue. The Kia Sportage has a little less horsepower than the Nissan Rogue.

Powertrain
The Kia Sportage has much lower torque than the Nissan Rogue, 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 Sportage and the Nissan Rogue. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Kia Sportage as you will in the Nissan Rogue.