Why buy a 2023 Nissan Rogue instead of a 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan

In the competitive landscape of compact SUVs, the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan and Nissan Rogue stand out for their spaciousness, turbocharged engine options, and cutting-edge safety technologies. However, when comparing these two models, the 2023 Nissan Rogue takes the lead by offering superior value, enhanced space, superior cargo capacity, and a powerful optional turbo engine. Interestingly, despite these superior features, the 2023 Nissan Rogue manages to be more fuel-efficient than the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan.

The 2023 Nissan Rogue Offers More Passenger Space

A direct comparison reveals that the 2023 Nissan Rogue trumps the 2023 VW Tiguan in terms of passenger space. The Rogue offers 1,044 mm of front headroom, nearly 4 cm more than the Tiguan. Even in terms of rear headroom, the Rogue leads with 996 mm, compared to the Tiguan's 993 mm. Furthermore, the Rogue offers almost 4 cm of extra rear legroom (978 mm) and over 3 cm additional front legroom (1,054 mm) compared to the Tiguan's 930 mm and 1,021 mm, respectively.

Interior Space Comparison – 2023 Nissan Rogue vs 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan

More Cargo Space in the 2023 Nissan Rogue

The 2023 Nissan Rogue surpasses the 2023 VW Tiguan even in terms of cargo space. With over 2,000 litres of total cargo space, the Rogue outshines the Tiguan, offering versatility at its best. When all seats are in place, the Rogue provides 1,112 litres of cargo space, beating the Tiguan which only offers 1,065 litres.

Superior Performance in the Rogue

The 2023 Nissan Rogue brings to the table an optional three-cylinder turbocharged powertrain that leads the compact SUV segment in terms of performance. This engine not only packs a powerful punch with its 201 horsepower and 225 pound-feet of torque but also trumps the Tiguan's turbo engine in fuel efficiency. The Tiguan, with 184 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque, falls short when compared to the Rogue's fuel consumption, averaging closer to 10 L/100 km versus the Rogue's efficient 7.6 litres per 100 km with AWD.

Greater Value in the 2023 Nissan Rogue

The Nissan Rogue comes with a comprehensive list of standard features, including heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a suite of active safety technologies like blind spot monitoring and automatic collision avoidance. While the Tiguan does offer some of these technologies as standard, others are optional. But the real deal-breaker is the price difference between these two models. The Rogue offers all that the Tiguan does, but with nearly $5,000 less on the starting price.

While both compact SUVs, the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan and the 2023 Nissan Rogue, bring a host of appealing features to the table, the Nissan Rogue stands a step ahead by offering more space, better value, greater efficiency, and enhanced power. It ticks all the right boxes for anyone in the market for a compact SUV, making it a choice worth considering.