Let’s start our comparison guide by looking at the respective starting prices of these two SUVs. Price is often one of the biggest deciding factors that drivers consider when shopping for a new SUV, and if you’re on a tight budget, then the smaller Nissan Kicks is the way to go! The Kicks starts at $20,440 MSRP, while the Rogue starts at *$27,360 MSRP***. However, the Rogue compensates for its higher starting price with a larger cabin and more powerful performance specs, not to mention more available trims–five configurations to the Kicks’ three.

Interior space is another area of importance to SUV drivers, and you’ll find no shortage of room whether you pick the 2023 Nissan Rogue or Kicks. They can both comfortably seat five passengers across two rows of seats, and you can fold down the rear seats if you’re driving solo around Hewitt and want to maximize your cargo space. However, the Rogue is ultimately a larger model and offers more overall room for passengers and cargo alike:

• 2023 Nissan Rogue * Headroom(front/rear): 41.1/39.2 inches * Legroom(front/rear): 43.3/38.5 inches * Cargo Space(seats up/folded): 36.5/74.1 cubic feet * Passenger Capacity: 5 * Passenger Volume: 105.4 cubic feet
• 2023 Nissan Kicks * Headroom(front/rear): 40.4/38.5 inches * Legroom(front/rear): 43.7/33.5 inches * Cargo Space(seats up/folded): 25.3/32.3 cubic feet * Passenger Capacity: 5 * Passenger Volume: 93.9 cubic feet

Finally, let’s look at the difference between the 2023 Nissan Rogue and Kicks under the hood. They both offer strong performance specs and excellent gas mileage as befits a sporty compact SUV. The Kicks has the advantage when it comes to fuel economy in the city, while the Rogue leads in horsepower and torque. The Rogue can also be equipped with all-wheel drive if you want to maximize your traction across all types of terrain! Compare performance specs below:

• 2023 Nissan Rogue * 2.5L Inline 4 Engine * 201 hp * 225 lb-ft of torque 30 City/37 Highway EPA-Estimated Fuel Economy**
• 2023 Nissan Kicks * 1.6L Inline 4 Engine * 122 hp * 114 lb-ft of torque * 31 City/36 Highway EPA-Estimated Fuel Economy**

If you’re still deciding between the 2023 Nissan Rogue or Kicks, check out how one handles in person! Just contact our office to see what we have available, and we’ll set up a test drive for you around McGregor. If you’re interested in seeing how other Nissan models stack up, check out our model research hub or our comparison of the Rogue vs. Pathfinder!

 

*MSRP excludes destination charges, tax, title, and license fees. Destination charges and actual dealer prices may vary. Vehicles displayed may contain optional equipment at additional cost.