2025 Nissan Rogue vs. 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Review

Picture of the 2025 Nissan Rogue

2025 Nissan
Rogue

MSRP*: $28,590 to $39,990
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

2025 Volkswagen
Tiguan

MSRP*: $29,495 to $39,755
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MPG - City 27 - 30 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 37 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.4 - 74.1 ft3 58.9 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, 1.5-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 1,500 - 1,800 lbs
Exterior Length 183.0 in 184.4 in
Exterior Width 72.4 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 40.2 in
Head Room Front 39.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.2 in
Front 38.2 - 39.5 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.7 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Tiguan than in the Nissan Rogue, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Nissan Rogue will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Nissan Rogue as you will with the Volkswagen Tiguan, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). Whether you pick the Nissan Rogue or the Volkswagen Tiguan, it's going to cost you about the same.

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

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

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen Tiguan is clearly the choice over the Nissan Rogue for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Nissan Rogue and the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Nissan Rogue and the Volkswagen Tiguan are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

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