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Jeep Wrangler vs. Nissan Rogue

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Jeep Wrangler and 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 Jeep Wrangler and the Nissan Rogue.

When we compare the Jeep Wrangler's and the Nissan Rogue's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Wrangler has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Nissan Rogue has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing. Based on this comparison of the Jeep Wrangler's and the Nissan Rogue's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Wrangler is a better car than the Nissan Rogue.

Pricing: For a new model, the Jeep Wrangler's price is between $35,685 and $71,864, with the Nissan Rogue priced between $30,905 and $43,370.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Jeep Wrangler loses 35.6 percent of its value and the Nissan Rogue loses 48.6 percent of its value. This means the Jeep Wrangler retains 13 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan Rogue.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Jeep Wrangler is 8.5 out of 10 while the Nissan Rogue's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Jeep Wrangler being ranked 1 out of 32 Best Midsize SUVs and the Nissan Rogue being ranked 11 out of 19 Best Small SUVs.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Jeep Wrangler is 8.2 out of 10. For the Nissan Rogue the reliability rating is 7.7 out of 10. This gives the Jeep Wrangler a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan Rogue.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Jeep Wrangler’s base engine makes 285 horsepower, and the Nissan Rogue base engine makes 201 horsepower.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Jeep Wrangler, a midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Nissan Rogue, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: The Nissan Rogue has an average safety rating of 4.46 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

35685 - 71864

Starting MSRP:

32095

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

38382

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

31990 - 43000

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

30905 - 43370

Starting MSRP:

28790

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

29401

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

24635 - 34995

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

48693

Price Range:

31880 - 69999

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

45804

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

36966 - 59949

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

Price Range:

-

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

33932

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

31731 - 35755

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

11575

Depreciation %:

0.36064429

Resale Value $:

20520

Residual Value %:

0.63935571

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)

0.48432299

Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

0.30530799 - 0.56163117

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

14164

Depreciation %:

0.49197937

Resale Value $:

14626

Residual Value %:

0.50802063

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Compact SUVs)

0.45209006

Category Depreciation Range:
(Compact SUVs)

0.32910269 - 0.51594441

Jeep Wrangler Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.5 / 10

Reliability:

8.2 / 10

Retained Value:

8.8 / 10

Safety:

Not available

Nissan Rogue Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.7 / 10

Reliability:

7.7 / 10

Retained Value:

7.9 / 10

Safety:

7.4 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jeep Wrangler

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

16.6

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

10.9

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

8.7 - 16.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.103

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Rogue

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

11.3

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

11.3

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

9.6 - 15.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.12



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.2016226315772536

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

2.9

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1.5 - 39.2

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

Typical Category Recalls:

N/A

Category Range for Recalls:

N/A

Jeep Wrangler Rankings

Best Midsize SUVs

1 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

1 / 28

Best Midsize SUVs Under $35k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $35k

1 / 5

Best Manual Transmission Midsize SUVs

1 / 3

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

2 / 32

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

2 / 32

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

2 / 32

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

2 / 28

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

3 / 32

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

3 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

9 / 32

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

9 / 32

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

21 / 32

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

24 / 32

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

25 / 32

Nissan Rogue Rankings

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

1 / 67

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

1 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

3 / 19

Most Affordable Small SUVs

4 / 18

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

5 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

6 / 19

Best Small SUVs for the Money

6 / 18

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

8 / 19

Most Reliable Small SUVs Under $30k

8 / 13

Most Reliable Small SUVs

9 / 19

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $30k

10 / 20

Best Small SUVs Under $30k

10 / 13

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

11 / 56

Best Off-road Small SUVs

11 / 19

Best Small SUVs

11 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

12 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

12 / 20

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

12 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

14 / 19

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

16 / 56

Best Small SUVs for Towing

16 / 19

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

19 / 67

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

20 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs

25 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

26 / 67

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

32 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

37 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

38 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

42 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

47 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

48 / 67

Summary Review

The Jeep Wrangler is a compact SUV with off-road prowess few vehicles can match. The current Wrangler was redesigned for the 2018 model year, with new models costing an average of $41,959 and 3-year-old models averaging $34,489.

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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

  • Exceptional off-road capability
  • Intuitive infotainment system
  • Powerful engine options

  • Pricing climbs quickly with higher trims and options
  • Fuel economy isn’t great
  • Lots of road and wind noise

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, Plug-In Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Jeep Wrangler Trim Levels

Rubicon, Rubicon 392 Final Edition, Rubicon X, Sahara, Sport, Sport RHD, Sport S, Willys

Nissan Rogue Trim Levels

Platinum, Rock Creek, S, SL, SV

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 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):

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

3 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

3 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.46 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

285 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque:

260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm

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

0.071 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

201 hp @ 5600 rpm

Torque:

225 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm

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

0.058 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Manual

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X4

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


17 / 23 / 19

Range (city/hwy):

298 / 403 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

3

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

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


Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Standard/Optional Features

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Alloy wheels:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Standard

Paddle Shifters:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

Available

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

42.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.2 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

55.8 inches

Rear Head Room:

41.7 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.7 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

57.7 inches

Cargo Space:

31.7 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

72.4 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

150.4 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.1 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.5 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.1 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.2 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38.5 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.9 inches

Cargo Space:

31.6 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

74.1 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

137 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4012 lbs

Width:

73.9 inches

Height:

73.6 inches

Length:

166.8 inches

Wheelbase:

96.8 inches

Ground Clearance:

9.7 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3477 lbs

Width:

72.4 inches

Height:

66.5 inches

Length:

183 inches

Wheelbase:

106.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.2 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

painted steel

Tire Size:

P245/75R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

235/65R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Black Clear Coat

Blue

Fathom Blue Pearl Coat / Hydro Blue Pearl Coat

Gray

Anvil Clear Coat / Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat

Green

'41 / Mojito! Clear Coat

Orange

Joose

Red

Firecracker Red Clear Coat

White

Bright White Clear Coat

Exterior Colors

Black

Super Black

Blue

Not available

Gray

Gun Metallic

Green

Not available

Orange

Not available

Red

Scarlet Ember Tintcoat

White

Glacier White

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Interior Colors

Black

Charcoal

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