Battle of the SUVs. Toyota RAV4 v Nissan Rogue

If you had to narrow down current car buying trends to a specific model body type, it’d definitely be the SUV. Drivers, especially in North America, in large force have opted for the size, convenience, and capability that’s afforded with driving an SUV. Consequently, the market is pretty inundated with options to choose from. For Toyota the most popular is without a doubt the Toyota RAV4.

But, like we said, you have options and a prime one in this same segment is the Nissan Rogue. How do these two new Toyota SUVs stack up against each other? Follow along with us at Toyota of Clermont to find out!

Rogue vs RAV4. Which Reigns Supreme?

Before we dive into the finer details and differences between these two Clermont new Toyota SUVs, let’s look at some basic details:

• For the 2021 model year, the Toyota RAV4 is available in 7 different trim grades and 3 drivetrains to choose from (including a hybrid version). This affords plenty of opportunities for customization.
• The 2021 Nissan Rogue is offered in 4 trim grades and one drivetrain.
• Seating for 5 passengers is standard between both new Toyota SUVs along with additional trunk space.
• Both are FWD standard and offer optional AWD.
• The RAV4 clocks in with a base MSRP of $26,150 compared to the Rogue’s $25,750. The sticker price is more expensive for our Clermont new Toyota SUV, but your feature loadout is far greater compared to the competition.

Now that that’s out of the way, let’s dive a bit further into the finer details:

• Toyota has a great emphasis on capability and takes the Clermont RAV4 beyond just being a commuter vehicle. Trim grades like Adventure and TRD Off-Road provide ample off-roading capability to an already convenient model. Nissan doesn’t offer anything similar for the Rogue.
• Both SUVs offer a standard 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and a 5-year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty.
• Cargo space between the two SUVs is similar, but the Rogue does take the edge. With all back seats folded flat, the Rogue offers 5 more cubic feet atop the RAV4’s max cargo space. But, with the back seats up and in use, the RAV4 offers more base cargo space with 36.5 cubic feet versus 31.6 cubic feet in the Rogue.
• Interior materials for seating and tech are fairly similar between the two Clermont new Toyota SUVs. Both do offer Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in the infotainment package, but the RAV4 pulls ahead with Amazon Alexa and optional WiFi hotspot capability.
• Performance wise, the RAV4 and Rogue both use a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine but the RAV4 expresses 203 horsepower compared to the Rogue’s 181 horsepower.
• Fuel efficiency between the two SUVs is comparable at 27 MPG city and 35 MPG highway. But, Toyota’s RAV4 hybrid takes things up a notch with 41 MPG city and 38 MPG highway.
• When it comes to safety, the Clermont Toyota RAV4 edges out the Rogue with a NHTSA score of 5/5 for overall-crash test. The Rogue earned a 4/5.

Decide for Yourself at Toyota of Clermont Today!

Deciding between these two new Toyota SUVs is hard. Let us make it easy! Test drive the new Toyota RAV4 today at Toyota of Clermont. Find us at 16851 State Road 50.

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