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2018 Subaru Forester vs. 2018 Nissan Rogue

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2018 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester and the 2018 Nissan Rogue.

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

Pricing: A used 2018 Subaru Forester ranges from $14,292 to $25,000 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 Subaru Forester loses 34.5 percent of its value and the 2018 Nissan Rogue loses 42.6 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Subaru Forester retains 8.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Nissan Rogue.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru Forester is 8.6 out of 10 while the Nissan Rogue's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Subaru Forester being ranked 6 out of 19 Best Small SUVs and the Nissan Rogue being ranked 11 out of 19. Out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs, the Subaru Forester is ranked 17 and the Nissan Rogue is ranked 29.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Subaru Forester is 8.3 out of 10. For the Nissan Rogue the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Subaru Forester a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan Rogue.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2018 Subaru Forester and the 2018 Nissan Rogue makes 170 horsepower. The Forester is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 445 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 Subaru Forester. Both models use regular unleaded.

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

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

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$22,795

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:

$19,907

Price Range:

$14,292 - $25,000

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

$18,697

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$15,309 - $27,261

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

495

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

84,693

# Good or Great Deals:

131

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:

806

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

85,861

# Good or Great Deals:

289

Subaru Forester Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.6 / 10

Reliability:

8.3 / 10

Retained Value:

8.4 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 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 Subaru Forester

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:

10.1%

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:

8

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

Subaru Forester Rankings

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

1 / 19

Best Off-road Small SUVs

2 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

2 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for Teens

2 / 7

Best Small SUVs for Teens

2 / 6

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

3 / 67

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

4 / 19

Most Reliable Small SUVs

4 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

5 / 20

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

5 / 19

Best Small SUVs Under $30k

5 / 14

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

6 / 67

Best Small SUVs

6 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Towing

6 / 19

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

7 / 19

Best Family Small SUVs

7 / 19

Best Small SUVs for the Money

8 / 13

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

10 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

10 / 30

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

11 / 19

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

12 / 67

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

12 / 67

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

14 / 19

Most Affordable Small SUVs

15 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs

17 / 67

Best Family Crossover SUVs

17 / 67

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

19 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

24 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

26 / 67

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

28 / 59

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

32 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

33 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

49 / 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

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

3 / 19

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $30k

3 / 4

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 34

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

4 / 19

Best Small SUVs for the Money

5 / 13

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

7 / 30

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 / 20

Best Small SUVs Under $30k

10 / 14

Best Small SUVs

11 / 19

Best Off-road Small SUVs

11 / 19

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

12 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

13 / 67

Most Affordable Small SUVs

14 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

14 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Towing

16 / 19

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

17 / 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 Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

24 / 39

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

26 / 59

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

27 / 67

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

27 / 39

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

28 / 67

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

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 Subaru Forester is a five-seat, compact SUV that foregoes the station wagon styling of other Subaru models for a more utilitarian, square-bodied design. The Forester has earned a reputation as a reliable and capable all-weather SUV with a spacious cabin and versatile cargo space. New models of the Forester cost an average of $32,632 and 3-year-old models average $23,752.

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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

  • All-wheel drive is standard
  • Better-than-average ground clearance and off-road capability
  • Large cargo area

  • Engine power could be stronger
  • Low tow rating may not match many buyers’ lifestyles
  • Continuously variable transmission (CVT) not to everyone’s liking

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 Subaru Forester Trim Levels

2.0XT Premium, 2.0XT Touring, 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Premium Black Edition, 2.5i Touring

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:

3 years / 36000 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):

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 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

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

170 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque:

174 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm

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

0.051 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:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Flat/Horizontally Opposed

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Manual

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

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


22 / 28 / 24

Range (city/hwy):

350 / 445 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

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Alloy wheels:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Navigation System:

Available

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Alloy wheels:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.4 inches

Front Leg Room:

43 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.8 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56.5 inches

Cargo Space:

34.4 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

74.7 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

142.7 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:

3322 lbs

Width:

80.5 inches

Height:

66.4 inches

Length:

181.5 inches

Wheelbase:

103.9 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:

steel

Tire Size:

225/60R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

225/65R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Crystal Black Silica

Blue

Quartz Blue Pearl

Gray

Dark Gray Metallic

Green

Jasmine Green Metallic

Red

Venetian Red Pearl

Silver

Ice Silver Metallic

White

Crystal White Pearl

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

Gray

Gray

Interior Colors

Black

Charcoal

Gray

Not available

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