Kia Sportage vs. Nissan Rogue
Kia Sportage
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Vehicle Comparison Rundown
The Kia Sportage and the Nissan Rogue are both compact two-row SUVs. Both the Sportage and the Rogue come with front-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive.
There are some notable differences between the Kia Sportage and the Nissan Rogue in terms of engine power. The Sportage’s standard engine has 181 horsepower, with an optional 240-horsepower engine available. The Nissan Rogue has a standard engine with 170 horsepower, plus an optional hybrid version. The Kia Sportage offers more power across the board.
A cargo space comparison tilts things in favor of the Nissan Rogue, which gives you 70 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. The Kia Sportage comes up short here, with 60.1 cubic feet when the back seat is folded down. If you need lots of space, the Rogue has the advantage.
Choosing between the Kia Sportage and the Nissan Rogue is a matter of what you need most in your compact SUV. If you like lots of power, and a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty sounds appealing, the Kia Sportage should satisfy you. If more cargo space and the possibility of a hybrid version appeal to you, then go with the Nissan Rogue.