Best SUV for Families: Rogue vs CR-V

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Best SUV for Families: Rogue vs CR-V

Posted on March 3, 2025

Whether you need plenty of room, a powerful engine, or a bit of both, the 2025 Nissan Rogue is always ready for your next adventure. You can seat up to five passengers while enjoying up to 2,098 L of available cargo space. 

 

The 2025 Rogue toppled the competition and came first in MotorTrend’s Compact SUV Rankings with an 8.9/10 rating. It also ranked #3 in Best Compact SUVs for 2025!

 

Oakville families deserve the best, and the Nissan Rogue delivers. Let’s compare the Rogue to a market competitor, the 2025 Honda CR-V. In this blog, we’ll touch on pricing, dimensions, performance, and feature comparisons for these two popular vehicles.

 

 

Let’s compare: Rogue vs CR-V! 

 

Rogue vs CR-V: Trims

 

2025 Nissan Rogue

The 2025 Nissan Rogue has five available models that include fantastic features like standard Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, great fuel economy and a roomy interior.

 

• S
• SV Moonroof
• SV Premium
• SL 
• Platinum

 

 

There are currently no hybrid models available for the Rogue. If you’re looking for an eco-friendly SUV, the all-electric Nissan ARIYA is the car for you! Check out our online inventory here. 

 

2025 Honda CR-V

The 2025 Honda CR-V has five available models, including a front-wheel drive option and two hybrid models, the EX-L Hybrid and the Touring Hybrid.

 

• LX 2WD
• LX AWD
• SPORT
• EX-L Hybrid
• Touring Hybrid

 

 

Rogue vs CR-V: Pricing

How do these two SUVs compare? The 2025 Nissan Rogue has a lower starting price than the Honda CR-V, from base model to upgrade packages. 

 

Nissan Rogue S starting price: $36,786 MSRP*

Nissan Rogue Platinum starting price: $48,386 MSRP

 

Honda CR-V LX FWD starting price: $38,110 MSRP

Honda CR-V Touring Hybrid starting price: $52,705 MSRP

*Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price

 

Rogue vs CR-V: Performance

The Nissan Rogue is a great vehicle choice for families looking for a daily commuter or something to tackle the trails on the weekend. Boasting great horsepower and fuel efficiency, this award-winning gives you the best of both worlds!

 

Let’s compare the performance capabilities of the Rogue and CR-V base models: the Rogue S and CR-V LX FWD.

 

2025 Nissan Rogue S

Engine: 1.5-liter DOHC 12-valve Variable Compression Turbo (VC-Turbo®) 3-cylinder engine

Horsepower: 201 horsepower 

Torque: 225 lb-ft @ 2,800 - 4,000 rpm

Transmission: Xtronic CVT® (Continuously Variable Transmission) with Manual Mode

Powertrain: Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD)

Towing capacity: 1,500 lbs

Fuel economy: 8.4/6.7 L/100km (city/highway)

Fuel tank: 55L

 

 

2025 Honda CR-V LX FWD

Engine: 1.5-litre inline 4-cylinder with Turbocharger

Horsepower: 190 horsepower*

Torque: 179 lb-ft @ 1700 - 5000 rpm

Transmission: Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)

Powertrain: Front-wheel drive (FWD)**

Towing capacity: 1,500 lbs***

Fuel economy: 8.4/7.1 L/100KM (city/highway)****

Fuel tank: 53L

*Hybrid models can reach a total horsepower of 204.

**AWD is available only on upgraded models.

***Hybrid models can only tow up to 1,000 lbs. 

****Fuel economy jumps up to 9.1/7.6 L/100KM on the LX AWD and Sport.

 

 

The Nissan Rogue has standard Intelligent All-Wheel Drive on all models, while the Honda CR-V doesn’t offer All-Wheel Drive on its base model. To get the benefits of AWD on the CR-V, you’ll need to upgrade the vehicle package to LX AWD or above!

 

Keep in mind that the Honda CR-V AWD models have poorer fuel economy than the Nissan Rogue AWD models. The Rogue achieves an excellent 8.4/7.1 L/100km, while AWD CR-V models hit up to 9.1/7.6 L/100km.

 

Moreover, the Nissan Rogue packs a powerful punch in driving capabilities. The Rogue has 201 horsepower, 225 lb-ft of torque and 1,500 lbs towing capacity compared to the CR-V, with just 190 horsepower, 179 lb-ft of torque and 1,500 lbs towing capacity. To compete for power, the Touring Hybrid CR-V is the closest with 204 horsepower but can only tow up to approx. 1,000 lbs. 

 

Rogue vs CR-V: Dimensions

What’s power without a comfortable ride? The 2025 Nissan Rogue has a roomy interior with plenty of space for cargo and passengers alike. Read below for a comparison of the Rogue and CR-V’s dimensions. 

 

2025 Nissan Rogue S

Seating capacity: 5

Wheelbase: 2,706mm

Length: 4,648mm

Width: 1,840mm

Height: 1,689mm

Weight: 3,613lbs

Cargo capacity (2nd row upright): 1,033L

Cargo capacity (2nd row down): 2,098L

 

 

2025 Honda CR-V LX 2WD

Seating capacity: 5

Wheelbase: 2,701mm

Length: 4,695mm

Width: 1,680mm

Height: 2,150mm

Weight: 3,489 lbs

Cargo capacity (2nd row upright): 1,113L*

Cargo capacity (2nd row down): 2,166L**

*Hybrid cargo capacity (2nd row upright): 1,028L

**Hybrid cargo capacity (2nd row down): 2,030L

 

 

Both of these crossover SUVs can seat up to five passengers and have spacious cargo areas. The Nissan Rogue has a maximum cargo capacity of 2,098L, while the 2025 Honda CR-V nudges past at 2,166L. However, hybrid CR-V models lose some cargo capacity and drop down to 2,030L. 

 

Both vehicles are similar in size, although the Rogue is slightly wider at 1,840mm (CR-V is 1,680mm) and the CR-V is slightly taller at 2,150mm (Rogue is 1,689mm).

 

Are you looking for a smaller SUV for city driving? The lightweight and nimble 2025 Nissan Kicks is a great choice for Toronto families. 

 

Rogue vs CR-V: Features

Let’s get to the best part. Nissan vehicles are chock full of smart tech, comfortable amenities and connectivity features that make every drive great.

 

Let’s take a look at some of the standout features of these SUVs.

 

Drive Modes

The Nissan Rogue has five drive modes to select from in partnership with its standard Intelligent All-Wheel Drive. You can achieve better traction in any challenging landscape with Standard, Eco, Sport, Snow & Off-Road Mode.

 

Honda’s CR-V has four available drive modes: Normal, ECON, Snow and Sport.

 

Intelligent Around-View Monitor

You can drive and park confidently with the available Nissan Intelligent Around View Monitor. Part of the Nissan Safety Shield® 360 system, it offers a virtual 360° bird’s-eye view to help you see what’s around your vehicle. You can select split-screen close-ups of the curbside, rear and front views for easy use. 

 

The Nissan Rogue also has ProPILOT Assist 2.1, offering features like lane change assistance, real-time traffic monitoring, and Intelligent Cruise Control.

 

 

The CR-V has its own suite of Honda Sensing® tech and safety features, including a multi-angle rearview camera and Adaptive Cruise Control. 

 

Convenience

Thanks to the Rogue’s versatility, you never have to leave home without comfort and convenience again. 

 

You can enjoy features like: 

• Available Motion Activated Liftgate
• Heated Front Seats
• Heated Rear Seats (available on SV Premium, SL and Platinum models) 
• Available Remote-Folding Rear Seats
• 60/40-Split Fold-Down Rear Seats
• NissanConnect® 8" colour touchscreen display
• NissanConnect® 12.3" colour display with multi-touch control (SL & Platinum models)
• Apple CarPlay® integration
• Android Auto™ compatibility
• Available Head-Up Display
• Wireless Charging
• Tri-Zone Automatic Temperature Control
• Heated Outside Mirrors
• Available Dual Panel Panoramic Moonroof

 

 

For moonroof fans, the Honda CR-V has a one-touch single-panel power moonroof available for SPORT, EX-L Hybrid and Touring Hybrid models.

 

Keep in mind, though, that it’s only a single panel compared to the Rogue’s Dual Panel Panoramic Moonroof—what a view! Think of the incredible views of downtown Toronto during the week and the starry summer night skies out of the city on the weekend. 

 

The CR-V has features like: 

• Available Power Tailgate (hands-free only available on Touring Hybrid)
• Heated Front Seats
• Heated Rear Seats (available on hybrid models)
• 60/40-Split Rear Foldable Seats
• 7" Touchscreen Display 
• 9" Touchscreen Display (available on hybrid models)
• Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ 
• Wireless Phone Charger (available on hybrid models)
• Remote Engine Start
• Dual-Zone Climate Control
• Power-Adjusted Heated Exterior Mirrors

 

 

Rogue vs CR-V: Take Your Pick!

If you’re looking for a well-equipped and award-winning SUV with plenty of room for passengers and cargo, is great on fuel, and has plenty of included tech and safety features, the Nissan Rogue is the perfect fit for your family.

 

Book a Rogue test drive with our team at Oakville Nissan or view our in-stock models here. 

 

We also carry a wide selection of certified pre-owned vehicles available for purchase here.