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2018 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2018 Nissan Rogue

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2018 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Nissan Rogue contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2018 Jeep Cherokee and the 2018 Nissan Rogue.

In comparing the 2018 Jeep Cherokee's and the 2018 Nissan Rogue's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Jeep Cherokee has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2018 Nissan Rogue has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Jeep Cherokee's and the 2018 Nissan Rogue's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Nissan Rogue is a better car than the 2018 Jeep Cherokee.

Pricing: A used 2018 Jeep Cherokee ranges from $12,994 to $23,297 while a used 2018 Nissan Rogue is priced between $12,362 to $21,994.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Jeep Cherokee loses 43.2 percent of its value and the 2018 Nissan Rogue loses 42.6 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Nissan Rogue retains 0.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Jeep Cherokee.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Jeep Cherokee is 7.8 out of 10 while the Nissan Rogue's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Jeep Cherokee being ranked 14 out of 19 Best Small SUVs and the Nissan Rogue being ranked 11 out of 19. Out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs, the Jeep Cherokee is ranked 38 and the Nissan Rogue is ranked 29.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Jeep Cherokee is 7.7 out of 10. For the Nissan Rogue the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Nissan Rogue a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Jeep Cherokee.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2018 Jeep Cherokee’s base engine makes 180 horsepower, and the 2018 Nissan Rogue base engine makes 170 horsepower. The Cherokee is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 477 miles. The Rogue is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 479 miles. This gives the 2018 Nissan Rogue the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 Jeep Cherokee. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2018 Nissan Rogue has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2018 Jeep Cherokee has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2018 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Nissan Rogue are comparable in regards to rear head room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2018 Nissan Rogue has higher safety ratings than the 2018 Jeep Cherokee, with an average rating of 4.30 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$24,395

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

$24,370

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$22,550 - $27,895

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$24,800

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

$24,370

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$22,550 - $27,895

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$17,999

Price Range:

$12,994 - $23,297

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

$18,697

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$15,309 - $27,261

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

560

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

85,371

# Good or Great Deals:

251

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$17,200

Price Range:

$12,362 - $21,994

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

$18,697

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$15,309 - $27,261

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

932

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

80,290

# Good or Great Deals:

391

Jeep Cherokee Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.8 / 10

Reliability:

7.7 / 10

Retained Value:

7.8 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

Nissan Rogue Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.1 / 10

Reliability:

8.0 / 10

Retained Value:

7.9 / 10

Safety:

8.6 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Jeep Cherokee

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

4.8

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

4.8

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

3.8 - 7.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

21.6%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Nissan Rogue

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

5.1

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

4.8

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

3.8 - 7.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

17%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

6.2

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

4.2

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.9 - 13

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.7

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

4.2

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.9 - 13

Jeep Cherokee Rankings

Best Small SUVs for Towing

1 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

1 / 19

Best Small SUVs Under $40k

1 / 1

Best Off-road Small SUVs

3 / 19

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

5 / 67

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

5 / 19

Most Reliable Small SUVs

10 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs Under $40k

11 / 18

Best Small SUVs for the Money

12 / 13

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

14 / 67

Best Small SUVs

14 / 19

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

14 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

16 / 19

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

16 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

17 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

18 / 31

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

19 / 19

Most Affordable Small SUVs

19 / 19

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

23 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

24 / 67

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

30 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs

38 / 67

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

40 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

41 / 67

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

45 / 59

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

51 / 67

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

53 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

53 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

55 / 67

Nissan Rogue Rankings

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

1 / 67

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 39

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

1 / 19

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

2 / 21

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 34

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

3 / 19

Best Small SUVs for the Money

3 / 13

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $30k

3 / 4

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

4 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

5 / 31

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

7 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

8 / 19

Most Reliable Small SUVs

9 / 19

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

10 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

10 / 19

Best Small SUVs Under $30k

10 / 14

Best Off-road Small SUVs

11 / 19

Best Small SUVs

11 / 19

Most Affordable Small SUVs

11 / 19

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

12 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

13 / 67

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

14 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Towing

16 / 19

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

18 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

19 / 39

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

19 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

20 / 39

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

21 / 39

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

23 / 59

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

24 / 39

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

27 / 67

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

27 / 39

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

28 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

28 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs

29 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

30 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

31 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

33 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

36 / 39

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

37 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

38 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

39 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

46 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

48 / 67

Summary Review

The Jeep Cherokee has come a long way since its introduction in 1974. The current generation, introduced in 2014, was given an exterior update in 2019, along with some added engine options. The Cherokee is best known for its fuel economy, off-road capability, and family friendly design. New models cost an average of $32,172 and 3-year-old models average $22,989.

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Summary Review

The Nissan Rogue is a five-passenger SUV with a roomy cabin and excellent cargo capacity. The current Rogue was redesigned for the 2021 model year, with new models costing an average of $31,623 and 3-year-old models averaging $21,320.

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Pros and Cons

  • Suspension capable for both on-road and off-road use
  • Excellent infotainment touchscreen and user interface
  • Smart interior design and comfort

  • Base engines feel underpowered
  • Wind and road noise at highway speeds
  • Cargo capacity is limited compared to rivals

Pros and Cons

  • Upscale cabin
  • Roomy interior
  • Impressive fuel economy

  • Lackluster acceleration
  • Noisy transmission
  • High starting price

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

2018 Jeep Cherokee Trim Levels

Latitude, Latitude Plus, Limited, Overland, Tech Connect, Trailhawk, Trailhawk L Plus

2018 Nissan Rogue Trim Levels

S, SL, SV

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 100000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.30 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

180 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque:

171 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.049 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

170 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

175 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.049 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.4 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / 4X4

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


21 / 30 / 25

Range (city/hwy):

334 / 477 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


26 / 33 / 29

Range (city/hwy):

377 / 479 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Automatic Parking:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Available

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Satellite radio:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

Standard

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.4 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.6 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

40.3 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.1 inches

Cargo Space:

24.6 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

54.9 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

128.0 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

43 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.6 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

37.9 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.9 inches

Cargo Space:

39.3 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

70 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

134.0 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3655 lbs

Width:

73.2 inches

Height:

65.7 inches

Length:

182 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.7 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3454 lbs

Width:

72.4 inches

Height:

66.3 inches

Length:

184.5 inches

Wheelbase:

106.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.8 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P225/60R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

225/65R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat

Blue

Hydro Blue Pearl Coat / Patriot Blue Pearl Coat

Gray

Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat / Light Brownstone Pearl Coat

Green

Olive Green Pearl Coat

Red

Firecracker Red Clear Coat / Velvet Red Pearl Coat

Silver

Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat

White

Bright White Clear Coat

Exterior Colors

Black

Magnetic Black

Blue

Caspian Blue

Gray

Gun Metallic

Green

Not available

Red

Not available

Silver

Brilliant Silver

White

Glacier White

Interior Colors

Black

Black / Black/Light Frost Beige

Interior Colors

Black

Charcoal

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