2025 Nissan Rogue vs. Honda CR-V

Compact SUVs have interiors that switch between carrying five passengers or more cargo when you flip down the back seats. Two versatile examples are the 2025 Nissan Rogue and the 2025 Honda CR-V. They seem similarly equipped to optimize your drive. But the Rogue stands out when you look at their details side by side.

Nissan Rogue

The 2025 Nissan Rogue delivers superior performance with its 1.5L VC-Turbo engine producing 201 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque - significantly more power than the CR-V's 190 hp. The Rogue's innovative variable compression technology optimizes both power and efficiency, achieving up to 37 mpg highway while outperforming the CR-V in acceleration and towing capability.

With five drive modes (including Off-Road and Sport), the Rogue offers more versatility than the CR-V's standard driving modes. The available intelligent AWD system provides confident traction in all conditions.

The 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid focuses on fuel efficiency with its 2.0L hybrid system delivering 40 mpg combined. However, its 190 horsepower falls short of the Rogue's performance, especially noticeable during highway passing or hill climbing. The CR-V's continuously variable transmission (CVT) lacks the refinement of Nissan's Xtronic CVT.

Honda CR-V

The Nissan Rogue offers a more luxurious cabin with available premium leather-appointed seating, tri-zone climate control (vs. CR-V's dual-zone), and available heated rear seats. The Rogue's Zero Gravity front seats provide exceptional comfort for long drives, reducing fatigue better than the CR-V's standard seating.

While the CR-V offers slightly more cargo space (76.5 vs. 74.1 cu. ft.), the Rogue's Divide-N-Hide cargo system provides more flexible storage solutions. Both SUVs seat five comfortably, but the Rogue's available panoramic moonroof creates a more open, airy feel.

The Honda CR-V features a practical interior with good materials quality. The hybrid model's 9-inch touchscreen (on higher trims) is responsive, though smaller than the Rogue's available 12.3-inch display. The CR-V's cabin is functional but lacks the available premium features of the Rogue.

The Nissan Rogue leads in technology with its available 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and 12.3-inch touchscreen (vs. CR-V's 9-inch maximum). Standard features include:

• Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
• Available Bose Premium Audio System
• Wireless charging pad
• NissanConnect Services with Wi-Fi hotspot
• Available head-up display

The Rogue's available ProPILOT Assist offers more advanced driver assistance than Honda's comparable system.

The Honda CR-V offers a 9-inch touchscreen on higher trims with wireless smartphone integration. Standard Honda Sensing safety suite includes collision mitigation, but lacks some of the Rogue's available premium tech like:

• Tri-zone climate control
• Head-up display
• 12.3-inch digital cluster
• Heated rear seats

The Nissan Rogue comes standard with Nissan Safety Shield 360, a comprehensive suite including:

• Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
• Blind Spot Warning
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert
• Lane Departure Warning
• High Beam Assist
• Rear Automatic Braking

Available ProPILOT Assist combines adaptive cruise control with lane centering for reduced driver fatigue on long trips. The Rogue's available 360-degree camera system provides better visibility than the CR-V's standard rearview camera.

The Honda CR-V includes Honda Sensing as standard, featuring:

• Collision Mitigation Braking
• Road Departure Mitigation
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Lane Keeping Assist

While comprehensive, the CR-V lacks some of the Rogue's standard safety features like rear automatic braking. The CR-V has earned good safety ratings, but the Rogue matches or exceeds them while offering more available advanced safety technologies.

The Honda CR-V Hybrid has been recognized for its fuel efficiency and reliability, but comes with trade-offs:

• Higher starting price
• Less power and torque
• Smaller touchscreen
• Fewer standard safety features
• No tri-zone climate option

While the CR-V is a competent SUV, the Rogue offers better performance and more premium features at a lower price point.

The 2025 Nissan Rogue delivers exceptional value with:

• Lower starting price ($28,590 vs. CR-V's $30,100)
• More powerful engine (201 hp vs. 190 hp)
• More torque (225 lb-ft vs. 179 lb-ft)
• Available tri-zone climate control
• Larger available touchscreen (12.3" vs. 9")
• More standard safety features

While the CR-V Hybrid offers slightly better fuel economy, the Rogue provides a better balance of performance, features, and value. With its more powerful engine, available premium features, and lower starting price, the Rogue is the smarter choice for most buyers.

Visit Nissan of Bowie today to test drive the 2025 Rogue and experience its advantages firsthand!