Should You Buy A Kia Sportage or Nissan Rogue ? 

 

Quick Answer: If you're looking for a reliable SUV with more room, style, and tech, the Kia Sportage is the upper choice. The Kia Sportage offers 10-year/100,000 mile limited powertrain warranty, which makes it easy to maintain with a low cost of ownership. The Kia Sportage is also slightly bigger than the Toyota RAV4. But most of all, the Kia Sportage offers more high-tech features than the Nissan Rogue.

 

Key differences: 
  1. Price: The Kia Sportage typically cost less than the Nissan Rogue. The Kia Sportage ranges from $28,790 to $36,690, and the Nissan Rogue ranges from $30,490 to $39,390. 
  2. Max Towing Capacity: The Kia Sportage's max towing capacity of 2,500 lbs. surpasses the Nissan Rogue's max towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. 
  3. Cargo Volume: The Kia Sportage's 39.6 cubic-feet of cargo space behind the second row extends beyond the Nissan Rogue's 36.5 cubic-feet of cargo space behind the second row
  4. Legroom: The Kia Sportage has 41.3-inches of legroom in the second row and the Nissan Rogue has 38.5-inches of legroom in the second row. 
  5. Touchscreen: The Kia Sportage has a 12.3-inch touchscreen display and the Nissan Rogue has an 8.0-inche touchscreen display 
  6. Speakers: The Kia Sportage comes standard with six speakers and the Nissan Rogue comes standard with four-speakers. 

Compare The Kia Sportage Specs & Features 

 Kia Sportage LX  Vs Nissan Rogue SV 
  Estimated MSRP  
 2.5 Liter Inline 4-cylinder Engine 1.5-liter VC-Turbo® DOHC 12-valve 3-cylinder engine
 187 hp @ 6,100 rpm Horsepower  201 @ 5,600 rpm
 178 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm Torque  225 @ 2,800 rpm
 25/33/28 MPG Estimates, Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) (City/Highway/ Combined) 29/36/32
 24/30/26 MPG Estimates, All-Wheel Drive (FWD) (City/Highway/ Combined) 27/32/29
 8-speed automatic Transmission Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
 2,500 lbs.  Max Towing Capacity  1,500 lbs. 
 14.3 gallons Fuel Tank Capacity  14.5 gallons 
 39.6 cubic-feet  Cargo Volume With 2nd Row Seat Up  36.5 cubic-feet 
 74.1 cubic-feet  Cargo Volume With 2nd Row Seat Down  74.1 cubic-feet 
 41.4-inches  Front Leg Room (in.) 41.5 -inches 
 41.3-inchesRear Leg Room (in.) 41.5-inches 
 108.5-inches  Wheelbase  106.5-inches 
 184.4-inches  Length  183-inches 
 66.1-inches  Height  66.5-inches
 73.4-inches  Width  72.4-inches
 7.1-inches  Ground Clearance 8.2-inches
 12.3-inches  Touchscreen Display  8-inches
 6 Speakers  4
 Standard  Wireless Apple CarPlay® integration and wireless Android Auto™ compatibility Available
 Standard  Forward Collision Avoidance Assist  Standard 
 Standard  Park Distance  Warning-Rear Standard 
 Standard  Park Distance Warning Front  Available 
 Standard  Lane Departure Warning  Standard 
 Standard  Lane Keeping Assist  Available 
 Standard  Lane Following Assist  Not available 
 Standard  Smart Cruise Control With Stop/Go Available  
 Standard  Driver Attention Warning w/ Leading Vehicle Departure Alert Standard 
 Standard  Rear Occupant Alert Standard
 Standard  Safe Exit Warning No Available 
 10-year/10,000 miles Powertrain Warranty  5-year/60,000 mile 
 5-year/60,000 miles  New Vehicle Warranty  3-year/36,000 mile 
 

Kia Sportage vs Nissan Rogue Exterior Design & Dimensions 

At first glance, the new Kia Sportage and the Nissan Rogue are significantly different. The new Kia Sportage makes heads turn fast with a  sleek yet muscular exterior design enhanced with Kia's signature Tiger Nose Grille, and Star Map Lighting system.  In comparison, the new Nissan Rogue takes a more subtle approach with Nissan's signature V-Motion Grille, and a more conventional LED setup. With this in mind, the new Kia Sportage is a better fit for drivers looking to make a great first impression. 

In terms of size, the new Kia Sportage is slightly bigger than the Nissan Rogue. Here's a quick break down on the exterior dimensions: 
  • Wheelbase :The Kia Sportage has a 108.5-inch wheelbase and the Nissan Rogue has a 106.5-inch wheelbase. 
  • Length: The Kia Sportage max length is 184.4-inches and the Nissan Rogue's max length is 183-inches 
  • Height: The Kia Sportage's overall height is 66.1-inches and the Nissan Rogue's overall height 66.5-inches
  • Width: The Kia Sportage's max width is 73.4-inches and the Nissan Rogue's max width is 72.4-inches. 
All in all, the Kia Sportage's generous sportages, and futuristic styling, makes it stand out  in the city and on the highway. 
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Kia Sportage vs Nissan Rogue Engine Performance & Road Handling 

  
 Kia Sportage 2.5-liter Inline 4-cylinder engine with 187 horsepower   Nissan 1.5-liter VC-Turbo® DOHC 12-valve 3-cylinder engine with 201 horsepower
 

If capability is your top priority, the Kia Sportage is a strong contender.  The Kia Sportage has  a max towing capacity of 2,500 lbs., which is perfect for towing jet skis, small boats, trailers, and outdoor gear. It's impressive payload capacity also makes it a practical choice for picking up supplies for DIY projects at home. 

On the flip side, the Nissan Rogue has a max towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. But make no mistake. The new Nissan Rogue makes up for it with a zealous 201 horsepower 1.5-liter VC-Turbo® DOHC 12-valve 3-cylinder engine that can get up to 225 lb.-ft. of torque. As a runner up, the new Kia Sportage comes standard with a 187 horsepower 2.5-lier Inline 4-cylinder engine that produces 178 lb.-ft. of torque.  

In terms of fuel-efficiency, the Nissan Rogue has the advantage, with an EP estimated fuel-economy of 29 mpg in the city, 36 mpg on the highway, and 32 mpg combined. The Kia Sportage on the other hand has an EPA estimated fuel-economy of 25 mpg in the city, and 33 mpg  on the highway, and 28 mpg combined. 

All in all, while the Nissan Rogue is fun to drive, the Kia Sportage is the better choice for towing and utility. 



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Kia Sportage vs Nissan Rogue Tech & Comfort Features

If you're looking for a new SUV with more features and technology, the Kia Sportage is the top-pick-favorite. At the base level, the Kia Sportage comes standard with a 12.3-inch touchscreen display, a 6-speaker audio system, and multiple USB Ports. The Nissan Rogue, on the other hand, comes standard with an 8.0-inch touchscreen display, a 4-speaker audio system, and multiple USB ports.

  Kia Sportage Touchscreen Display 
  • The Kia Sportage comes standard with a 12.3-inch touchscreen display with Navigation and an integrated 4.2-inch TFT Cluster 

 Nissan Rogue Touchscreen Display 
  • The Nissan Rogue comes standard with a NissanConnect® 8" touch-screen display, and the option to upgrade to a NissanConnect® 12.3" touch-screen display
 

Kia Sportage vs  Nissan Speaker Comparison 
 Kia Sportage Audio Systems: 
  • 6-Speaker Audio System: Standard
  • Harman Kardon® Premium Surround Sound w/ HALOsonic®, 400 Watts and 8 Speakers*: Available 
 
  • 4-Speaker Audio System: Standard
  • Six-Speaker Audio System: Available 
  • Ten Speaker Bose Premium Audio System: Available 
 

Which SUV Offers More Cargo Volume: Kia Sportage vs Nissan Rogue?

When it comes down to cargo volume, the Kia Sportage is slightly bigger than the Nissan Rogue. To be specific, the Kia Sportage's max cargo volume behind the second row is 39.6 cubic-feet and 74.1 cubic-feet with the second row down.  The Nissan Rogue's cargo volume on the other hand offers 36.5 cubic-feet behind the second row and 74.1 cubic-feet behind the first row. 

Which SUV Is More Reliable: Kia Sportage or Nissan Rogue

In terms of safety, the Kia Sportage and the Nissan Rogue are both reliable SUVS. Both vehicles have earned numerous TOP Safety Pick Awards and have a 83/100 reliability rating from J.D. Power.  The only difference is the Kia Sportage comes standard with: 
  • Park Distance Warning Front
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Lane Following Assist
  • Safe Exit Warning 

Kia Sportage vs Nissan Rogue Photos

Kia Sportage Exterior

Nissan Rogue-Exterior

 

Kia Sportage vs Nissan Rogue: Final Decision

All in all, the Kia Sportage has a slight edge over the Nissan Rogue whenever it comes down to tech, cargo volume, towing, and warranty coverage. But for what it's worth, the Nissan Rogue offers an impressive 201 horsepower 1.5-liter VC-Turbo® DOHC 12-valve 3-cylinder engine. Call or visit to learn more about the Kia Sportage vs Nissan Rogue.

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