Head-to-head
2025 Nissan Rogue vs 2025 Toyota RAV4
The Nissan Rogue edges it, 96.3 to 91.6, on tech & comfort, fuel & range, performance. The Toyota RAV4 is ahead on space & cargo and safety.
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2025 Nissan Rogue
The 2025 Nissan Rogue is sold in the U.S. as a gas compact SUV with 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Rogue FWD, is EPA-rated at 33 mp…
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The 2025 Toyota RAV4 is sold in the U.S. as a plug-in hybrid, hybrid and gas compact SUV with 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the RAV4 H…
Verdict · default weights
2025 Nissan Rogue
Slight edgeThe Nissan Rogue edges it, 96.3 to 91.6, on tech & comfort, fuel & range, performance. The Toyota RAV4 is ahead on space & cargo and safety.
Tech & comfort 2025 Nissan Rogue leads by 21.1
Fuel & range 2025 Nissan Rogue leads by 9
Space & cargo 2025 Toyota RAV4 leads by 6.4
| Category · weight | 2025 Nissan Rogueoverall 96.3 | 2025 Toyota RAV4overall 91.6 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 99.1 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 91 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 87.8 | 88.4 | |||||||||||||||
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 | 92.2 | 98.6 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 98.5 | 95.5 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 78.9 | |||||||||||||||
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 | 96.3 | 91.6 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Nissan Rogue: base trim S FWD · Toyota RAV4: base trim LE 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 2025 Nissan Rogue wins
- It lists 25 standard driver-assist features against 16.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (19 points against 15 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It turns out 225 lb-ft of torque against 184.
Where the 2025 Toyota RAV4 answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (105 against 197 filed with NHTSA).
- It holds 37.5 cu ft behind the second row against 31.6.
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
51 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Nissan RogueS FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $28,590 | $28,850 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 3 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1,498 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 1.5L 3-cylinder VC-Turbo DOHC | 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy cylinder head |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | D-4S |
| Valve configuration | 4 valves per cylinder with Continuously Variable Timing Control System on intake and exhaust valves | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 203 hp |
| Torque | 225 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 30 mpg | 27 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 33 mpg | 30 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 37 mpg | 35 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 5.676 | 3.177 |
| Transmission speeds | — | 8 |
| Transmission type | manual | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 8.2 in | 8.4 in |
| Overall height | 66.5 in | 67 in |
| Overall length | 183 in | 181 in |
| Overall width | 72.4 in | 73 in |
| Wheelbase | 107 in | 106 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 74.1 cu-ft | 69.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 31.6 cu-ft | 37.5 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 137 cu-ft | 98.9 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 41.1 in | 37.7 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.2 in | 39.5 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.5 in | 41 in |
| Second-row legroom | 38.5 in | 37.8 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,477 lbs | 3,370 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,477 lbs | 3,370 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4,641 lbs | 4,610 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent strut with coil springs | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Independent multi-link | Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric power-assisted | Electric Power Steering (EPS); electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 35.4 ft | 36.1 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 296 mm | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | Vented disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | Electronic | epb |
| Rear brake diameter | 292 mm | 282 mm |
| Rear brake type | Vented disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 17 in |
| Wheel material | alloy | steel |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 235/65R17 | 225/65R17 |
| 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 | Toyota Safety Connect / Remote Connect / Service Connect / Wi-Fi Connect |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | — | 12 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 120 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57.1 in | 57.8 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55.9 in | 56.4 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
81 features · differences first, then sharedSafety24 differ · 33 listed
| Feature | Nissan RogueS FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection | std | — |
| Blind Spot Warning | std | — |
| Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) | std | — |
| Intelligent Forward Collision Warning | std | — |
| Backup camera with dynamic gridlines | — | std |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+ (TSS 2.5+) — Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Road Sign Assist (RSA) and Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) | std | — |
| Intelligent Driver Alertness | std | — |
| Rear seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags | std | — |
| Trailer-Sway Control (TSC) | — | std |
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with LED accent lights, Automatic High Beams (AHB) and auto on/off | std | — |
| Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) | — | opt |
| Child-protector rear door locks and power window lockout control | — | std |
| Easy-Fill Tire Alert | std | — |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver's knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, and front and rear side curtain airbags | — | std |
| Electric Parking Brake (EPB) with Brake Hold | — | std |
| Haptic steering wheel | std | — |
| Intelligent Trace Control | std | — |
| Intersection Assist | std | — |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | — | std |
| Rear Automatic Braking | std | — |
| Rear Door Alert | std | — |
| Rear Sonar System | std | — |
| RearView Monitor | std | — |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5 (TSS 2.5) — Pre-Collision System w/Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert w/Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), Road Sign Assist (RSA) | — | std |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver's knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, and front and rear side curtain airbags | std | std |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver's knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, and front and rear side curtain airbags | std | std |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver's knee airbag, front passenger seat cushion airbag, and front and rear side curtain airbags | std | std |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | std | std |
| Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) | std | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST) | std | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST) | std | std |
| Anti-theft system with engine immobilizer | std | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) with direct pressure readout and individual tire location alert. | std | std |
Infotainment14 differ · 15 listed
| Feature | Nissan RogueS FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music™) compatibility. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel with silver accent and red-stitching, and controls for audio, Multi-Information Display (MID), Bluetooth® hands-free phone, voice-command, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert (LDA) and Lane Trace Assist (LTA) | — | std |
| 2 front illuminated USB Type-C connection ports | std | — |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia, six speakers, with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatible, SiriusXM® with 3-month trial subscription | — | std |
| 8-inch color display | std | — |
| Hands-free Text Messaging Assistant | std | — |
| Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel with silver accent and red-stitching, paddle shifters, and controls for audio, Multi-Information Display (MID), Bluetooth® hands-free phone, voice-command, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert (LDA) and Lane Trace Assist (LTA) | std | — |
| NissanConnect® featuring Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, SiriusXM®, 8-inch color display with multi-touch control, AM/FM with 4 speakers | std | — |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Allows you to lock/unlock doors, start and stop the vehicle, locate your last parked location, check vehicle status and monitor guest drivers. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance Button, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Voice recognition | std | — |
| Wired Android Auto™ | std | — |
| Wired Apple CarPlay® | std | — |
| Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel with silver accent and red-stitching, and controls for audio, Multi-Information Display (MID), Bluetooth® hands-free phone, voice-command, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert (LDA) and Lane Trace Assist (LTA) | std | std |
Convenience2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Nissan RogueS FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Power windows with auto up/down and jam protection in all positions | — | std |
| Manual liftgate | std | — |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Nissan RogueS FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning/heater – manual temperature control | std | — |
| Climate control system with dust and pollen filter and rear-seat vents | — | std |
Seating4 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Nissan RogueS FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 split reclining fold-flat rear seat with center armrest and cup holders | — | std |
| 4-way manual front passenger seat | std | — |
| Fabric-trimmed seats with sporty red stitching and embossed seat inserts; heated front seats; 8-way power-adjustable front driver's seat with lumbar support; 4-way adjustable front passenger seat with seatback pocket | std | — |
| 60/40 split reclining fold-flat rear seat with center armrest and cup holders | — | std |
| Fabric-trimmed seats; 6-way adjustable front driver's seat; 4-way adjustable front passenger seat with seatback pocket | std | std |
Interior8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Nissan RogueS FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive computer with mpg, distance to empty, average speed, elapsed time, outside temp, TPMS with individual position monitoring | std | — |
| Fine Vision electroluminescent gauges | std | — |
| Day/night rearview mirror | — | std |
| Manual tilt / Manual telescope steering column | std | — |
| Sun visors with sliding extensions and illuminated vanity mirrors | — | std |
| Overhead console with maplights, sunglasses storage, and Safety Connect® button | std | — |
| Sun visors with sliding extensions and illuminated vanity mirrors | std | — |
| Black carpet flooring with driver-side footrest | — | std |
Exterior6 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Nissan RogueS FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with LED accent lights, Automatic High Beams (AHB) and auto on/off | — | std |
| Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, and folding feature | — | std |
| Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, and folding feature | — | opt |
| Dual chrome-tipped exhaust | — | std |
| Privacy glass on all rear side, quarter and liftgate windows | — | std |
| Rear liftgate window defogger | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) accent lighting | std | std |
| LED taillights | std | std |
| Spare Tire/Wheel - Temporary | std | std |
Powertrain3 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Nissan RogueS FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD) | std | — |
| Drive Mode Selector – Dial type (5-mode) AWD / Lever switch type (3-mode) FWD | std | — |
| Idle stop/start system | std | — |
| Front-Wheel Drive | std | std |
Chassis1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Nissan RogueS FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Active Ride Control | std | — |
Cargo2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Nissan RogueS FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo area tonneau cover | — | opt |
| Height-adjustable rear cargo area deck board | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPNissan Rogue
Safety Signal 83 B
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 3
Owner complaints 197 · 6 crashes · 1 fires
Most complained about Visibility/Wiper (86), Unspecified (79), Engine (15)
Top recalls
- high Fuel System, Gasoline 26V081000 · 318,782 vehicles
- high Engine And Engine Cooling 26V080000 · 323,917 vehicles
- minor Back Over Prevention 24V748000 · 37,236 vehicles
Toyota RAV4
Safety Signal 81 B
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 4
Owner complaints 105 · 12 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Unspecified (28), Visibility/Wiper (16), Electrical System (15)
Top recalls
- high Seats 26V256000 · 4 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
- moderate Electrical System 25V595000 · 591,377 vehicles
- minor Equipment 26V179000 · 8,230 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Nissan RogueS FWD | Toyota RAV4LE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $28,590 (base trim) | $28,850 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $28,590 – $39,990 9 trims | $28,850 – $47,735 19 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | PHEV, HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Rogue FWD | RAV4 |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 33 | 30 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,050 | $2,250 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 Nissan Rogue or the 2025 Toyota RAV4?
The Nissan Rogue edges it, 96.3 to 91.6, on tech & comfort, fuel & range, performance. The Toyota RAV4 is ahead on space & cargo and safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Nissan Rogue scores 96.3 and the 2025 Toyota RAV4 91.6. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2025 Nissan Rogue or the 2025 Toyota RAV4?
The 2025 Nissan Rogue starts lower — $28,590 against $28,850, a gap of $260 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 Nissan Rogue or the 2025 Toyota RAV4?
2025 Nissan Rogue: 5 NHTSA stars, grade B, 3 recalls. 2025 Toyota RAV4: 5 NHTSA stars, grade B, 4 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 2025 Nissan Rogue and the 2025 Toyota RAV4?
Where the 2025 Nissan Rogue wins: it lists 25 standard driver-assist features against 16, lists more comfort and tech equipment (19 points against 15 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and turns out 225 lb-ft of torque against 184. Where the 2025 Toyota RAV4 answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (105 against 197 filed with NHTSA) and holds 37.5 cu ft behind the second row against 31.6. What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 5 seats.