2025 Nissan Rogue vs. 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Review

Picture of the 2025 Nissan Rogue

2025 Nissan
Rogue

MSRP*: $28,590 to $39,990
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2025 Subaru
Crosstrek

MSRP*: $25,810 to $32,610
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MPG - City 27 - 30 MPG 25 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 37 MPG 29 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.4 - 74.1 ft3 54.7 - 54.9 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, 1.5-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 152-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 hp 152 - 182 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 1,500 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 183.0 in 176.4 in
Exterior Width 72.4 in 70.9 - 71.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 36.5 in
Head Room Front 39.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.2 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.0 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 Nissan Rogue than in the Subaru Crosstrek. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Nissan Rogue and the Subaru Crosstrek.

Convenience
The Subaru Crosstrek requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Nissan Rogue, 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 Nissan Rogue is somewhat more expensive than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Dimensions
Since the Nissan Rogue is much wider than the Subaru Crosstrek, 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 Nissan Rogue, which is slightly longer than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Handling
The Nissan Rogue has the same turning radius as the Subaru Crosstrek, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Nissan Rogue will do just as well as the Subaru Crosstrek, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Nissan Rogue has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Nissan Rogue transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Nissan Rogue and the Subaru Crosstrek. With the Nissan Rogue, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Subaru Crosstrek.