Nissan Rogue vs. Kia Sportage

If we take a look under the hood of the Rogue, we’ll find a 1.5L DOHC engine. This powerhouse boasts 201 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque that brings your travels to a new and exciting level. For maximum control as you travel, its engine is paired to a Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System.

Under the hood of the Sportage, you’ll find a 2.5L engine. This impressive engine delivers slightly less power than the Rogue at 187 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque. It's paired to an 8-speed automatic transmission to support you around every bend in the road.

When you spend so much of your day out and about, you want to rely on your set of wheels to make your travels as efficient and enjoyable as possible. Efficiency is exactly what you’ll find in the Rogue with its EPA-estimated 30 city/37 highway MPG, helping you stay out on the road longer.*

The Sportage is also designed with efficiency in mind, offering an EPA-estimated 25 city/32 highway MPG. However, you may need to make more gas station stops than you would with the Rogue.

As the driver of either the Rogue or the Sportage, you want to be in an upright, comfortable position. That's why both SUVs have a standard 6-way manual driver’s seat, so you can make sure you’re ready for the road.

When it comes to comfort features in your SUV, a touch of luxury goes a long way. The Rogue and the Sportage both offer available heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and leather-trimmed seats. Personalize the right driving space for you and hit the road in style!

A big part of your driving experience is ensuring everyone in the cabin can sit comfortably and relax. In the Rogue, you’ll find plenty of interior space, whether you have one person along for the ride or all five seats are filled. Just take a look at its dimensions:

• Headroom (front/rear): 41.1 in./43.3 in.
• Legroom (front/rear): 41.5 in./38.5 in.
• Hip Room (front/rear): 54.1 in./55.9 in.

While the Sportage also offers a roomy cabin to stretch out in, you may find slightly less room overall. For example, its front headroom comes in at 39.6 inches, and it offers just 53.4 inches of rear hip room.

Whether you’re traveling solo, with family, or with furry friends, your safety is of the utmost importance. The Rogue and the Sportage support your safety on the road with these similar standard features:

• Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
• Lane Departure Warning
• Intelligent Driver Alertness
• RearView Monitor

Additionally, the Rogue offers a standard Blind Spot Warning feature that keeps an eye on your blind spots and alerts you if something is there. A similar feature in the Sportage is only available as an upgrade.

To keep you connected wherever you go, the Rogue and the Sportage both have an 8-inch touchscreen display. Seamless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility allow you to access your music, contacts, directions, and more without having to take your hands off the wheel.

If you’re blasting your favorite playlists while you cruise, you’ll want a quality sound system to ensure the best sound. The Sportage has an available Harman Kardon® system with eight strategically placed speakers, providing solid sound. However, in the Rogue, the available Bose Premium Audio System amplifies your sound with 10 total speakers, providing unbeatable, concert-like sound quality.