Those in the market for a compact crossover SUV have multiple vehicles to choose from, but two attractive options are those featured in this 2017 Honda CR-V vs 2017 Nissan Rogue comparison. We are going to focus on of the intermediate trims of these two vehicles. For the 2017 Honda CR-V, we are going to look at the EX trim, which is one step up from the base LX, but below the EX-L and Touring trims. On the Nissan side, we will look at the 2017 Nissan Rogue SV, which is also one step up from the base S, and below the top-of-the-line SL.
The 2017 Nissan Rogue has only one engine option for all its trims. Its standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder offers 170 horsepower and 175 pound-feet of torque. While the base CR-V comes with a different engine, the 2017 Honda CR-V EX (and all advanced trims) boasts a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers 190 horsepower and 179 pound-feet of torque. This is slightly more torque than the Rogue SL and a significant increase in horsepower. This can mean more confidence in city or highway driving.
2017 Honda CR-V EX |
VS |
2017 Nissan Rogue SV |
1.5-L 4-cyinder (190 hp) | Engine | 2.5-L 4-cylinder (170 hp) |
7-inch touchscreen | Infotainment Display | 5-inch display |
Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | Phone Connectivity | Bluetooth |
Specifications | Max. Cargo Space | 70 cubic feet |
The Honda CR-V EX offers the top engine output in this 2017 Honda CR-V vs 2017 Nissan Rogue comparison, but it can also offer advantages when it comes to technology and interior space. The 2017 Honda CR-V offers up to 75.8 cubic feet for cargo, while the Nissan model has just 70 cubic feet. The 2017 Honda CR-V EX also comes standard with a seven-inch touchscreen display for the infotainment system (compared to a five-inch screen on the 2017 Nissan Rogue SV) and both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity, as well as Bluetooth connectivity. The 2017 Nissan Rogue SV offers just Bluetooth phone and audio streaming.
Valuable comfort and safety features available on both of these crossovers includes dual-zone automatic climate control, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alerts, and remote ignition. For more information on this comparison, or to test drive a 2017 Honda CR-V in Oklahoma City OK, contact a member of the Battison Honda sales team today.