Differences Between 2018 Nissan Rogue & 2018 Honda CR-V

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The Nissan Rogue has been an exceptional vehicle choice for SUV shoppers since its launch in the 2007 model year. Likewise, many drivers have been drawn to the Honda CR-V. If you are preparing to purchase a subcompact crossover SUV with passenger seating for five adults, you may be debating between these two options. The 2018 Rogue has received a significant update, and the CR-V is a carryover from the previous year. With many similarities and several critical differences, a closer look at how these two vehicles stack up is in order.

Exterior Style

The updates that have been made to the 2018 Rogue did not touch the exterior, so both the Rogue and the CR-V for 2018 retain their same exterior design. At the base level, the Rogue provides you with a rear spoiler, all-season tires, halogen taillights, LED daytime running headlights and UV-reduction solar glass. Its profile is both sleek and robust. The 2018 CR-V has several exterior features at the base level as well, such as LED daytime running lights, 17-inch alloy wheels and power-adjustable side mirrors. It has a similar size and general profile as the Rogue. However, with a side-by-side comparison, you may notice that the Rogue’s grille and front-end design have a modernized look compared to the CR-V’s front end.

Features

At the base level, you will find that the 2018 Rogue is slightly more expensive than the CR-V. However, you may also notice that the Rogue has substantially more interior features included as standard equipment at the base level. These include two USB ports, a sound system with an MP3 player, illuminated audio controls on the steering wheel, Bluetooth connectivity, a reclining and folding design for the second row, mood lighting, auto-locking power door locks, remote keyless entry, an in-cabin air microfilter, a 7-inch color touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Siri Eyes-Free and more. The CR-V comes with Bluetooth connectivity, an automatic climate control system, folding rear seats, remote entry, a USB audio interface and an available touchscreen.

Safety

You may be thrilled to learn that the 2018 Rogue and the 2018 CR-V both have similar safety rating sin most categories. The Rogue is loaded with exceptional features like tire pressure monitoring, crumple zones, blind spot monitoring, airbags, dynamic control, stability and traction control, auto emergency braking, rear cross traffic alert, LATCH child safety features and other equipment. The CR-V comes with Honda Sensing technology, including a blind spot monitor, rear cross-traffic detection, lane keeping assistance and others. It also has typical features, such as airbags, LATCH safety features and more.

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Now that you know more about how the 2018 Nissan Rogue differs from the 2018 Honda CR-V, you understandably may be eager to take a closer look at what the Rogue offers. Make plans to stop by our dealership soon to test drive the various trim levels. This is the perfect way to compare the driving experience of the Rogue against that of the CR-V.