Vehicle Overview
The Honda CR-V is among the most popular small crossover SUVs on the road. It continues to push the bar for the segment and is beloved by consumers and automotive journalists alike. The 2020 Honda CR-V arrives at Brad Deery Honda with a new exterior design, more advanced driver aids at almost every trim level and the 1.5L Turbo with the CVT as the standard powertrain! Another option in the class is the Nissan Rogue, which is perhaps not as popular as the CR-V but intriguing in its own right. In fact, we often receive questions that compare the two models, and a great way for us to answer them is with a 2020 Honda CR-V vs 2020 Nissan Rogue comparison across all of the most important categories.
Exterior - 2020 Honda CR-V
While both are compact crossovers, the 2020 Honda CR-V is smaller. Honda has built it on a 104.8-inch wheelbase, and it measures 182.1 inches long. The 2020 Nissan Rogue, on the other hand, is built on 106.5-inch wheelbase and measures 184.5 inches overall. The Rogue is also a bit taller by about 2 inches, and the CR-V is tad wider by about half an inch. Both offer a sleek and modern liftgate in the base equipment, but if you want a powered liftgate, you’ll have to move up a couple of trim levels.
Interior - 2020 Honda CR-V in West Burlington
The CR-V and Rogue can both seat five passengers. The passenger volume in the Rogue is greater than CR-V by just shy of 3 cubic feet, but this does not make a significant practical difference. In fact, rear passengers in your CR-V will enjoy an additional 2.5 inches to stretch out. The longer wheelbase of the Rogue does not make a major difference in cargo either. In the core area, the CR-V provides 37.6 cubic feet while the Rogue offers 39.3. However, when you fold that second row down, you have access to 75.8 cubic feet of space whereas the Rogue offers noticeably less at just 70.0.
Mechanical - CR-V specs in West Burlington IA
As mentioned in the opener, a big change for 2020 is that the 1.5L turbo i-4 engine mated to the continuously variable automatic transmission is now the standard powertrain for the CR-V. This turbo engine is rated for 190 horsepower and 179 pound-feet of torque. Front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is optional. There is also a CR-V Hybrid, which is also new for 2020 and provides 212 hp and 232 lb.-ft. combined. The 2020 Nissan Rogue is single available in a single powertrain: a 2.5L i-4 engine mated to a CVT. The engine is rated for 170 hp and 175 lb.-ft. Front-wheel drive is standard on the Rogue, and all-wheel drive is not an option.
Technology - 2020 Honda CR-V dealer
The CR-V LX features a 5-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth capabilities, a four-speaker audio setup, an automatic climate control system and the Honda Sensing suite. Honda Sensing includes adaptive cruise control, forward collision detection with automatic braking and lane keeping assist. Stepping up to the EX upgrades you to a 7-inch touchscreen, Apple and Android smartphone integration, push-button start, keyless entry and a blind-spot monitoring system. Despite the current-gen Rogue being introduced in 2014, Nissan has upgraded it considerably. You can expect a 7-inch touchscreen, Android and Apple support and a driver assistance suite with a blind-spot monitor, collision mitigation and more.
Standard Equipment - 2020 Honda CR-V dealer
Both automakers offer a compelling standard equipment package for their compact crossovers. The 190-hp turbo engine and CVT are certainly highlights for the CR-V. Honda Sensing included with the base trim is also a big plus. Most consumers will likely want to move up to at least the EX to get the 7-inch touchscreen, branded smartphone integration and other goodies at not much additional cost. The Rogue does have a CVT as well, and the base package also includes a 7-inch touchscreen, branded smartphone integration and a blind-spot monitoring system.
Test drive the 2020 Honda CR-V
Have questions not answered by our 2020 Honda CR-V vs 2020 Nissan Rogue comparison or want to compare it to another model? Brad Deery Honda is here to help. You can visit us in person and even test-drive the CR-V while you’re here. Too busy to stop in? Give us a call. Prefer to shop from the comfort of your home or office. You can shop our selection via our website. We also offer live chat and email help through which you can request quotes, discuss specials and even apply for a loan!
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