2023 Nissan Rogue vs. 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Review

Picture of the 2023 Nissan Rogue

2023 Nissan
Rogue

MSRP*: $27,360 to $39,090
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan

2024 Volkswagen
Tiguan

MSRP*: $28,880 to $38,880
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MPG - City 28 - 30 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 37 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 72.9 - 74.1 ft3 65.3 - 73.4 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, 1.5-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 184-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 184 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 183.0 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 72.4 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.7 in
Head Room Front 39.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.2 in
Front 38.2 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 - 39.1 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 back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Nissan Rogue than the Volkswagen Tiguan. The Nissan Rogue offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
The Nissan Rogue requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Tiguan, 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). 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
If you've got something you need to pull, the Nissan Rogue will do just as well as the Volkswagen Tiguan, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Nissan Rogue has a little more horsepower than 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. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Nissan Rogue as you will in the Volkswagen Tiguan.