Toyota RAV4 vs Nissan Rogue

Toyota RAV4 vs Nissan Rogue: Performance

Whether you’re commuting to work or driving across town to enjoy a great day out with friends and family, you’ll need a vehicle capable of keeping up with your lifestyle needs. Fortunately for you, these vehicles refuse to cut corners when it comes to performance capabilities.

While both the RAV4 and the Rogue provide drivers with great fuel efficiency and potent power, upon closer investigation, there are some differences that can play a big factor in terms of their abilities. It all starts with the engines offered with both vehicles.

The 1.5L engine of the Nissan Rogue can produce 201 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque. While these numbers may sound enticing, once you look at the output capabilities of the Toyota RAV4, you may think otherwise.

The 2022 Toyota RAV4 packs 203 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque into every throttle. Plus, this extra power allows you to pull up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped. The Nissan Rogue, on the other hand, has a maximum towing capacity of 1,350 pounds when properly equipped.

And what about the RAV4 Hybrid and the plug-in hybrid RAV4 Prime? They’re even more powerful. With a net 219 horsepower and 302 horsepower on tap respectively, these SUVs will propel you into a more modern world of performance.

Toyota RAV4 vs Nissan Rogue: Standard Safety Features

When you’re looking for a safe and reliable vehicle to carry your family on adventures, both the Toyota RAV4 and the Nissan Rogue offer standard safety suites. Some standard features you’ll find on both vehicles include:

While both vehicles include an innovative safety suite, there are a few extra features you’ll find standard on the Toyota RAV4 that are either not offered or are only available as options with the Nissan Rogue. One feature you’ll have to upgrade to get in the Nissan Rogue is the Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC).

This feature allows you to pre-set the speed in which you’d like to travel but will automatically adjust in correlation to the vehicle ahead. Once the vehicle is no longer within your range, DRCC will accelerate until it returns to the pre-set cruise control speed.

Another standard feature with the RAV4 that isn’t offered on the base-trim Rogue is Road Sign Assist. Using a front-mounted camera, the system will read street signs—speed limit, stop signs, and more—that you may have missed. These signs will be displayed on the RAV4’s Multi-Information Display.

RAV4 vs Rogue: Connective Technology

In order to stay connected to the digital world while on the go, both the RAV4 and the Rogue have standard center touchscreen displays that include Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility. These systems allow you to use this center control just as you would use your phone’s interface to access your favorite songs, playlists, podcasts, and more.

After connecting your phone, you’ll want to make sure all your passengers will be able to clearly enjoy the music. Thankfully for Toyota RAV4 drivers, your vehicle comes standard with six speakers. Nissan Rogue drivers will only have four.

Additionally, those who want to enjoy a more surround-sound experience can choose the available Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation and JBL® with the RAV4, which includes 11 speakers placed in strategic locations. Drivers who choose the Nissan Rogue, however, will have to upgrade their sound system. Even after upgrading to the premium system with the Rogue, you’ll still only have 10 speakers.

Take a RAV4 Adventure or TRD Off-Road to the Trails

Sometimes, you want the adventure to continue beyond the end of the pavement. While neither the 2022 RAV4 nor the Rogue are heavy-duty off-roaders, both models can handle light trails and terrain with ease.

In fact, the RAV4 offers two trim levels specially equipped for just that: the RAV4 Adventure and the RAV4 TRD Off-Road. These versions have it all, including 8.6 inches of ground clearance to help you soar over low-lying rocks and brush. With the extra ride height, enjoy a more confident view of your surroundings.

The Toyota RAV4 Adventure and the TRD Off-Road also offer a 120V/100W power outlet in the rear cargo area to power and charge whatever you may need at the campsite! Alas, you won’t find a similar feature in the Nissan Rogue.

You may, however, appreciate the convenience of standard all-wheel drive (AWD) in both vehicles. When you take your adventures to the trails, the extra traction may come in handy on uneven surfaces.

Toyota RAV4 vs Nissan Rogue: Interior Space

As compact crossover SUVs, the Toyota RAV4 and the Nissan Rogue are equipped to seat up to five people. Two rows of seats and generous headroom and legroom make every ride more enjoyable.

Sometimes, you’ll need space for gear in addition to your passengers. Whether it’s a picnic at the beach or a biking adventure on the local trail, these vehicles make room for everything you need! Look behind the rear seats to find 37.6 cubic feet of cargo space in the Toyota RAV4 and 36.5 cubic feet of cargo space in the Nissan Rogue.

Although the figures are close, you’ll have a bit more room to work with in the Toyota SUV.

For your convenience, the RAV4 and the Rogue offer available hands-free motion-activated liftgates. Wave a foot beneath the rear bumper, and the liftgate will raise without your having to lift a finger! If you have your hands full, it’s one feature you’ll be happy to have.

RAV4 vs Rogue: Gas Mileage

Ready to cut back on fuel costs? You’ll be off to a running start in the 2022 RAV4 or the Rogue, both of which earn impressive gas mileage ratings. Spend less time at the gas pump thanks to these impressive EPA-estimated MPG ratings:

As you can see, the gas-powered versions of these SUVs duke it out on even ground. The Rogue edges out the RAV4 ever so slightly in city MPG, but you won’t notice the difference on the daily drive.

The Toyota RAV4 does have an ace up its sleeve: available hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants! The RAV4 Hybrid and the RAV4 Prime blow the Rogue out of the water where fuel economy is concerned.

The RAV4 Prime offers an EPA-estimated 42 miles of all-electric driving when fully charged.³ For many drivers, that will cover the day’s commute at an EPA-estimated uber-efficient 94 MPGe combined!²