2024 Nissan Rogue vs 2024 Kia Sportage

Picture yourself running errands, driving to and from work, and picking up the kids from school. Now, how can a car make those regular drives easier on your day? Obviously, you need something dependable and nimble; a ride that can keep up with your busy schedule. If you’re in the market for a fresh ride, we have a couple of SUVs that you’ll definitely want to see. Today, your friendly team at Maus Nissan of Brooksville is here to tell you all about the 2024 Nissan Rogue and the 2024 Kia Sportage in this in-depth comparison. When you’re ready, you can browse our new inventory online for Nissan vehicles near you!

2024 Nissan Rogue vs 2024 Kia Sportage

It’s no secret that the Rogue is Nissan’s pride and joy, but is the 2024 model still worthy of holding that title? It’s had a fresh new look since the 2021 model year and people have still been raving ever since, but is the Sportage giving the Rogue a run for its money? After much consideration, we’ve decided that the Rogue is still the better ride for its dynamic engine setup, impressive mileage rating, intuitive safety features, and overly accommodating cabin experience. The Sportage may be getting up there in popularity, but it has a lot to learn if it wants to catch up to the Rogue.

Performance

Everyone knows that when it comes to sport utility vehicles, what’s under the hood counts. Thankfully, the new 2024 Rogue is well-equipped with a standard 1.5L engine capable of 201 horsepower for a smooth and sporty drive feel. The CVT system is hard to break away from once you get used to it, and you can add Intelligent AWD to the mix for a car that can adapt itself to take on all kinds of terrain. With a fuel rating of 30 in-city and 37 highway miles per gallon, you’ll be able to get to where you need to go with fewer stops. We couldn’t ask for a more reliable SUV!

The new Sportage comes with a 2.5L engine which caps out at 187 horsepower, making it a little less capable on the road compared to the Rogue’s 201 horsepower. The 8-speed automatic transmission system feels rather basic which is why most people would prefer to get their hands on the CVT system any chance they get. But perhaps one of the most disappointing things about the Sportage is the undeniably low fuel rating of 25 in-city and 32 highway miles per gallon next to the Rogue’s 30/37 score.

Safety Features

Most drivers would already expect to have the usual line of standard safety features on hand when purchasing a newer vehicle, such as automated emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and so on. But when you buy a new Nissan like the 2024 Rogue, you get the added privilege of including ProPilot Assist in your arsenal. Nissan’s famous ProPilot Assist package features semi-autonomous driving to take the anxiety, stress, and fatigue out of highway driving. It does this by alerting you of your surroundings and guiding your movements when necessary. If you can’t afford fully autonomous vehicles (and who can?), then this is a great compromise.

If all you want is “basic”, then that’s what you’ll get in the new Kia Sportage. The Kia Drive Wise package offers 6 standard safety and driver-assist features, and the Sportage sports blind spot and surround view monitoring on top of that. However, you’ll be giving up on the high-tech appeal of the semi-autonomous driving the Nissan ProPilot Assist has to offer.

Interior

The best thing about the new Rogue is that it looks stunning on the outside and the inside. The 2024 model year is the introduction of the high-class chestnut interior with a rich, chocolatey-brown color. You can also go with available quilted leather-appointed chairs with attractive contrast stitching for a more refined look, and the bi-level dashboard adds to the luxurious aesthetic with an unordinary display. Comfort levels are also amped up in the Rogue with 3-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, and a heated steering wheel. There’s so much more to point out in the Rogue’s cabin that you’ll need to see it for yourself!

Many Kia models share a similar cookie-cutter interior, and it seems as though the same goes for the new Sportage. There appears to be an attempt at a sophisticated look with the quilted pattern on the SynTex chairs, but the design looks as if it has been pressed on like a stamp. The most interesting thing about the Sportage’s cabin is most likely the dual 12.3-inch screen setup, with everything else feeling rather basic like the dual-zone climate control system and wireless device charger.

Bottom Line

We’re proud to say that the new 2024 Nissan Rogue still makes it out on top as a stylish and capable SUV suitable for every lifestyle. It has the engine power, safety features, and interior design and technology to make it stand out from the competition. The Sportage feels like your run-of-the-mill ride in comparison, so we encourage you to decide with caution.

Ask Us About The 2024 Nissan Rogue!

The new 2024 Nissan Rogue is right around the corner and we’re ready to be your special tour guide when it lands! Call Maus Nissan of Brooksville today at 352-423-6287 for more information about the new Rogue or shop our new inventory online for Nissan vehicles ready to go near you.