Head-to-head
2023 Nissan Rogue vs 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime
The Nissan Rogue wins clearly, 91.5 to 75.1, on tech & comfort, price, performance. The Toyota RAV4 Prime is ahead on fuel & range and safety.
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2023 Nissan Rogue
The 2023 Nissan Rogue is sold in the U.S. as a gas compact SUV with 8 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Rogue FWD, is EPA-rated at 33 mp…
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The 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime is sold in the U.S. as a plug-in hybrid compact SUV. The most efficient version, the RAV4 Prime 4WD, is EPA-rated at 38 mpg combined.…
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Verdict · default weights
2023 Nissan Rogue
Clear winThe Nissan Rogue wins clearly, 91.5 to 75.1, on tech & comfort, price, performance. The Toyota RAV4 Prime is ahead on fuel & range and safety.
Tech & comfort 2023 Nissan Rogue leads by 64.3
Price 2023 Nissan Rogue leads by 36.1
Fuel & range 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime leads by 14.1
| Category · weight | 2023 Toyota RAV4 Primeoverall 75.1 | 2023 Nissan Rogueoverall 91.5 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 63.9 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 85.9 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 83.8 | 73.6 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 96.3 | 97.3 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 80.5 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 35.7 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Overall | 75.1 | 91.5 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Toyota RAV4 Prime: base trim SE AWD · Nissan Rogue: base trim S FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2023 Nissan Rogue wins
- It lists 27 standard driver-assist features against 1.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (28 points against 10 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It starts $15,780 lower ($27,910 against $43,690 base MSRP).
Where the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (65 against 750 filed with NHTSA).
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 89 against 60).
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
49 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Nissan RogueS FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $27,910 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 3 |
| Engine displacement | 2,487 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy cylinder head | 1.5L 3-cylinder VC-Turbo DOHC |
| Fuel injection system | D-4S | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | 4 valves per cylinder with Continuously Variable Timing Control System on intake and exhaust valves |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 177 hp | 201 hp |
| Torque | 165 lb-ft | 225 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 40 mpg | 30 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 38 mpg | 33 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 36 mpg | 37 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 5.676 |
| Transmission type | Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | manual |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in | 8.2 in |
| Overall height | 67 in | 66.5 in |
| Overall length | 181 in | 183 in |
| Overall width | 73 in | 72.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 106 in | 107 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 63.1 cu-ft | 74.1 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 33.4 cu-ft | 31.6 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 137 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 37.7 in | 41.1 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.5 in | 39.2 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41 in | 41.5 in |
| Second-row legroom | 37.8 in | 38.5 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4,235 lbs | 3,477 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,235 lbs | 3,477 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5,530 lbs | 4,553 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1,295 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar | Independent strut with coil springs |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with stabilizer bar | Independent multi-link |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS) rack-and-pinion | Electric power-assisted |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 36.1 ft | 35.4 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 328 mm | 296 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | Vented disc |
| Parking brake type | epb | Electronic |
| Rear brake diameter | 315 mm | 292 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc | Vented disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 17 in |
| Wheel material | alloy | alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in | 7.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 225/60R18 | 235/65R17 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.5 gal | 14.5 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | NissanConnect Services powered by SiriusXM |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57.8 in | 57.1 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 56.4 in | 55.9 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
135 features · differences first, then sharedSafety26 differ · 27 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Nissan RogueS FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Forward Collision Warning | — | std |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | — | std |
| Front seat mounted side-impact supplemental air bags | — | std |
| Lane Departure Warning | — | std |
| Nissan Advanced Air Bag System with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensor | — | std |
| RearView Monitor | — | std |
| Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection | — | std |
| Rear seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags | — | std |
| Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection | — | std |
| Blind Spot Warning | — | std |
| Brake Assist | — | std |
| Easy-Fill Tire Alert | — | std |
| Electronic Brake force Distribution | — | std |
| Electronic parking brake | — | std |
| High Beam Assist | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist | — | std |
| Intelligent Driver Alertness | — | std |
| Intelligent Trace Control | — | std |
| Rear Automatic Braking | — | std |
| Rear Door Alert | — | std |
| Rear Sonar System | — | std |
| Steering wheel – Haptic | — | std |
| Tamper proof door lock key cylinder | — | std |
| Traction Control System | — | std |
| Immobilizer | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (direct sensor type with individual position monitoring) | — | std |
| Anti-lock Braking System | std | std |
Infotainment13 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Nissan RogueS FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 2 front illuminated USB connection ports (1 Type-A, 1 Type-C) for iPod® interface and other compatible devices | — | std |
| Audio switches | — | std |
| Bluetooth® hands-free phone system | — | std |
| Bluetooth® HFP switches | — | std |
| Hands-free Text Messaging Assistant | — | std |
| NissanConnect® featuring Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, 8-inch color display with multi-touch control, AM/FM with 4 speakers | — | std |
| Satellite radio antenna | — | std |
| Siri® Eyes Free | — | std |
| SiriusXM® Radio (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately) | — | std |
| Speed-sensitive volume control | — | std |
| Streaming audio via Bluetooth® | — | std |
| Transmission type – Xtronic with manual shift mode with paddle shifters | — | std |
| Voice Recognition | — | std |
Convenience3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Nissan RogueS FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Remote keyless entry system | — | std |
| Manual liftgate | — | std |
| 12-volt outlets – Front center stack / Cargo area | — | std |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Nissan RogueS FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning/heater – manual temperature control | — | std |
Seating5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Nissan RogueS FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Driver's seat – 6-way manual adjustable | — | std |
| Front passenger seat – 4-way manual | — | std |
| Front passenger seat – Fold-back | — | std |
| Seating materials – Premium cloth | — | std |
| Second row seat – Reclining 3-passenger, split bench (60/40 recline), second row A/C vents | — | std |
Interior16 differ · 16 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Nissan RogueS FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo area light | — | std |
| EPA Passenger Volume: 98.9 cu. ft. w/moonroof / 101.3 cu. ft. without moonroof | std | — |
| Fine Vision electroluminescent gauges | — | std |
| Headroom w/ moonroof - First: 37.7 in. | std | — |
| Headroom w/ moonroof - Second: 39.5 in. | std | — |
| Hip Room - First: 54.3 in. | std | — |
| Hip Room - Second: 47.7 in. | std | — |
| Legroom - First: 41.0 in. | std | — |
| Legroom - Second: 37.8 in. | std | — |
| Seating Capacity: 5 | std | — |
| Shoulder Room - First: 57.8 in. | std | — |
| Shoulder Room - Second: 56.4 in. | std | — |
| Inside rearview mirror – Manual dimming | — | std |
| Steering wheel – Manual tilt / Manual telescope | — | std |
| Drive computer w/mpg, distance to empty, average speed, elapsed time, outside temp, TPMS with individual position monitoring | — | std |
| Overhead console with sunglass holder | — | std |
Exterior19 differ · 20 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Nissan RogueS FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 7.5 x 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels | — | std |
| Approach/Departure Angle: 18.6 / 21.4 degrees | std | — |
| EPA Class: Small SUV | std | — |
| Front and rear door handles – Black | — | std |
| Ground Clearance: 8.1 in. (SE) / 8.3 in. (XSE) | std | — |
| Headlights – LED / Automatic on/off / LED Daytime Running Lights / High Beam Assist | — | std |
| Intelligent Auto Headlights | — | std |
| LED daytime running lights | — | std |
| LED taillights | — | std |
| Outside mirrors – Black | — | std |
| Overall Height (with antenna): 67.0 in. (SE) / 67.2 in. (XSE) | std | — |
| Overall Length: 180.9 in. | std | — |
| Overall Width: 73.0 in. | std | — |
| Privacy glass – Rear, 2nd row windows | — | std |
| Tire Size: 225/60R18 (SE) / 235/55R19 (XSE) | std | — |
| Tires – 235/65R17 all-season | — | std |
| Wheel Size: 18 x 7.0 in. (SE) / 19 x 7.5 in. (XSE) | std | — |
| Wheel Type and Material: Standard aluminum alloy | std | — |
| Wheelbase: 105.9 in. | std | — |
| Temporary spare tire | std | std |
Powertrain29 differ · 30 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Nissan RogueS FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive configuration – Front engine FWD | — | std |
| Drive Mode Selector | — | std |
| 2-wheel or 4-wheel limited slip (ABLS) | — | std |
| 3.3 kW Charging Time (120V at 12A/240V at 16A): 12 / 4.5 hr. | std | — |
| Battery Pack Type: 18.1 kWh Lithium-Ion | std | — |
| Battery Voltage: 355.2V | std | — |
| Bore x Stroke: 87.5 x 103.4 mm | std | — |
| Charger: 3.3 kW on-board charger (optional 6.6 kW on XSE) | std | — |
| Compression Ratio: 14.0:1 | std | — |
| Displacement: 2,487 cc | std | — |
| Electric Driving Range: 42 miles | std | — |
| Electric Motor Power Output, front/rear: 179/53 hp (134/40 kW) | std | — |
| Electric Motor Torque, front/rear: 199/89 lb.-ft. | std | — |
| Electric Motors Type: Permanent Magnet Synchronous | std | — |
| Emission Certification: SULEV | std | — |
| Engine Oil: SAE OW-16; 4.8 qt. with oil filter change | std | — |
| Engine Type: 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy cylinder head | std | — |
| EPA Estimated Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined MPG): 40/36/38 | std | — |
| Fuel Capacity: 14.5 gal. | std | — |
| Fuel System: D-4S | std | — |
| G-sensor for AWD | — | std |
| Horsepower: 177 hp @ 6,000 rpm | std | — |
| Hybrid System Net Horsepower: 302 combined net hp | std | — |
| Idle stop/start system | — | std |
| MPGe: 94 | std | — |
| Recommended Fuel: 87-octane unleaded or higher | std | — |
| Torque: 165 lb.-ft. @ 3,600 rpm | std | — |
| Transmission Type: Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode | std | — |
| Valve train: 16-valves (four-valve/cylinder), Dual Overhead Camshafts (DOHC) with Variable Valve Timing-intelligent system by Electric motor (VVT-iE) on the intake camshaft, and Variable Valve Timing-intelligent system (VVT-i) on the exhaust camshaft | std | — |
| Drive configuration – Front engine AWD | std | std |
Chassis16 differ · 16 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Nissan RogueS FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Active Ride Control | — | std |
| Brakes Front Diameter: 12.9in. | std | — |
| Brakes Front Type: Ventilated disc | std | — |
| Brakes Rear Diameter: 12.4in. | std | — |
| Brakes Rear Type: Ventilated disc | std | — |
| Curb Weight: 4,235 lbs. (SE) / 4,300 lbs. (XSE) | std | — |
| GVWR: 5,530 lbs. | std | — |
| Parking: Electronic Parking Brake | std | — |
| Payload: 1,295 lbs. (SE) / 1,230 lbs. (XSE) | std | — |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter (front/rear): 25.4/23.2mm | std | — |
| Steering Overall Ratio: 14.3:1 (SE) / 14.4:1 (XSE) | std | — |
| Steering Turning Circle Diameter (curb-to-curb): 36.1 ft. (SE) / 37.4 ft (XSE) | std | — |
| Steering Turns (lock-to-lock): 2.76 (SE) / 2.65 (XSE) | std | — |
| Steering Type: Electric Power Steering (EPS); rack-mounted parallel-type electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering system | std | — |
| Suspension Front: MacPherson strut front suspension with stabilizer bar | std | — |
| Suspension Rear: multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar | std | — |
Cargo4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Nissan RogueS FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo Volume - Behind front row w/ second row folded: 63.1 cu. ft. w/ moonroof / 63.2 cu. ft. without moonroof | std | — |
| Cargo Volume - Behind second row: 33.4 cu. ft. w/moonroof / 33.5 cu. ft. without moonroof | std | — |
| Max Towing Capacity: 2,500 lbs. | std | — |
| Maximum Tongue Weight (10% of Tow Rating): 250 lbs. | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPToyota RAV4 Prime
Safety Signal 89 B
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 2
Owner complaints 65 · 5 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (43), Unspecified (20), Vehicle Speed Control (6)
Top recalls
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
- moderate Electrical System 25V595000 · 591,377 vehicles
Nissan Rogue
Safety Signal 60 D
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 6 · 1 critical
Owner complaints 750 · 24 crashes · 3 fires
Most complained about Engine (424), Unspecified (151), Fuel/Propulsion System (110)
Top recalls
- critical Engine And Engine Cooling 25V437000 · 443,899 vehicles
- high Engine And Engine Cooling 26V080000 · 323,917 vehicles
- high Seat Belts 24V156000 · 9,720 vehicles
- high Air Bags 24V154000 · 351 vehicles
- high Seat Belts 23V374000 · 71 vehicles
- high Seats 23V268000 · 12,400 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Toyota RAV4 PrimeSE AWD | Nissan RogueS FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $43,690 (base trim) | $27,910 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $43,690 – $47,560 2 trims | $27,910 – $38,990 8 trims |
| Powertrains | PHEV | GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | RAV4 Prime 4WD | Rogue FWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 38 | 33 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,750 | $2,050 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi (make terms) | — |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi (make terms) | — |
| Roadside assistance | 2 yr | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime or the 2023 Nissan Rogue?
The Nissan Rogue wins clearly, 91.5 to 75.1, on tech & comfort, price, performance. The Toyota RAV4 Prime is ahead on fuel & range and safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2023 Nissan Rogue scores 91.5 and the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime 75.1. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime or the 2023 Nissan Rogue?
The 2023 Nissan Rogue starts lower — $27,910 against $43,690, a gap of $15,780 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime or the 2023 Nissan Rogue?
2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime: 5 NHTSA stars, grade B, 2 recalls. 2023 Nissan Rogue: 5 NHTSA stars, grade D, 6 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime and the 2023 Nissan Rogue?
Where the 2023 Nissan Rogue wins: it lists 27 standard driver-assist features against 1, lists more comfort and tech equipment (28 points against 10 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and starts $15,780 lower ($27,910 against $43,690 base MSRP). Where the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (65 against 750 filed with NHTSA) and has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 89 against 60). What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 5 seats.