Which is Right for You: The Nissan Rogue or the Rogue Sport?

When you're in the market for an SUV that's both sporty and fashionable, the Nissan Rogue and the Rogue Sport are top contenders. 

Compact SUVs are the hottest vehicle segment in the world thanks to their unrivaled combination of sedan-like handling and total cargo capacity. If you're one of the many Mattawan drivers that's been looking to trade in your old sedan, minivan or truck for a chance to experience the zeitgeist, you've come to the right place At Cole Nissan, we're proud to offer both of these fun, dynamic SUVs.

Nissan Rogue Sport

The Rogue Sport is designed for city driving and comes with all the features you need to get around town in comfort and style. This model is slightly smaller, so it's easier to navigate when you're dealing with crowded streets and packed parking lots. Plus, thanks to its dynamic handling and efficient engine, it's a breeze to navigate busy areas.

As you drive, the Nissan Intelligent Mobility system watches your back. With features like automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, rear automatic braking, and rear cross-traffic alerts, the Rogue Sport helps you stay aware of other drivers. With its LED daytime running lights, you stay visible in any light. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard, so you can connect your smartphone quickly to the SUV and operate the apps using the touchscreen.

Maneuverability is a big part of what makes the Nissan Rogue Sport stand out from its larger Rogue cousin. Its wheelbase is 2.3 inches shorter while the overall body size is 11.7 inches shorter in length, creating a more agile SUV. The Sport is powered by a 2.0-liter 16-valve four-cylinder engine that gets a performance output of 141 horsepower and 147 pound-feet of torque alongside a fuel economy of 25 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway when equipped with front-wheel drive. Intelligent All-Wheel Drive is available, which dynamically delivers power to the front and rear axles depending on which needs better traction. Under normal conditions, power is sent to the front axles to maximize efficiency.

Nissan Rogue

If you spend time in the wild or on road trips, the larger Rogue has the room you need. With its roomy cargo area and spacious seats, this SUV is ideal for both families and drivers who like to pack in extra gear. The motion-activated liftgate streamlines the loading process. With features like a tire-pressure monitoring system and turn-by-turn navigation, long drives are easier and safer.

When you hit the road, the standard heated seats and steering wheel provide extra comfort. Rely on the dual-zone automatic temperature control to maintain a cozy environment, and please your passengers with the rear A/C vents. Thinking about heading into the snow? The Rogue is available with intelligent all-wheel drive for enhanced traction in the snow, ice, or rain.

The Nissan Rogue comes equipped with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that gets a performance output of 170 horsepower and 175 pound-feet of torque. Where this engine really shines is in its fuel economy, which clocks in at 26 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway when the SUV comes equipped with front-wheel drive. Switching to all-wheel drive produces a fuel economy of 25 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway.

Need more help to figure out whether the Rogue or the Rogue Sport is the right fit for your travels in Galesburg? Come down to our location near Portage MI, and explore these new SUVs for yourself as well as the various incentives we offer.